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Flags retired
Flags that have become faded and worn flying over the graves are included in ceremony. Courtesy photoU.S. flags are retired in a solemn ceremony. Courtesy photoBoy Scouts and veterans participate in a ceremony to dispose of retire flags and dispose of them with dignity. Courtesy photoThe retired flags are consumed by fire. Courtesy photo Arenac…
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Hoadley applauds governor’s signature on bill to forgive school cancelled by weather
State Rep. Mike Hoadley today celebrated Governor Whitmer’s signature on a piece of legislation that excuses missing school days that were lost due to extreme storms that occurred throughout March. “The damage from these storms was severe,” said Hoadley (R-Au Gres). “Thousands of people up north lost power, and many roads were simply inaccessible.” The…
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Prout places second at state
Sophomore Reegan Prout of Standish-Sterling Central High School placed second in 300-meter hurdles in state with a personal best time of 44.76.SSC athletes competed at the state track and field meet May 30 at Kent City High School.Prout ran the 4×100 relay with junior Jolena Raymer, freshman Livia Plachta, senior Ava Walker, 51.45. Walker got…