News Archive
Budget cuts continue to plague area municipalities and schools, and finding ways to work within budget constraints continues to cause headaches for local governments as they work
to find ways to do more with much less.
Yet, despite the less than favorable economic forecasts, the county has seen several business expansions and new businesses come into the area.
The following is a list of the top 10 news stories for the year.
The Gratiot County Sheriff’s office is investigating an armed robbery that took place at approximately 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 22 at the Middleton branch of Commercial Bank.
While Alma city officials continue to work to relieve the ongoing city-wide sewer problem, the city’s attorney, Charles Fortino will be negotiating with some individuals who have filed
claims with the city for compensation.
Bethany Township officials will be moving forward with plans to try to obtain funds from a Velsicol insurance policy for the cleanup of a toxic site within the township, according to Jane
Keon, Pine River Task Force chair.
On Friday, December 11 the first grade students at Luce Road Elementary in Alma were paid a visit by two “Furry Friends” that the students helped find new homes with their
“Pennies for Puppies and Coins for Cats” program.
Gratiot County residents kicked off the holiday season with parades, tree lighting and visits from the jolly old elf himself.
The Gratiot County Courthouse celebrated the 10th annual National Adoption Day with the finalization of adoptions of six Gratiot County children on Tuesday, Nov. 24.
