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Honoring Gratiot’s Past

Murder in New Haven By Elizabeth VanDyke  On November 17, 1916, Albert Culy, a New Haven Township farmer, shot and killed his 19-year-old stepdaughter, Violet Hamer....

over the Back Fence

 Have you ever noticed the overwhelming tendency to say “Hi Mom” when kids suddenly find themselves before the television camera? Makes no difference if it’s...

Letter To The Editor

 To the Editor: City of Alma and the Highland Festival – Ridiculous. For various reasons citing required water and sewer upgrades, the city has a couple...

Alma Highland Festival Marks 56th Year

Chelsea Sherlock Herald Correspondent  Fueled by nearly 200 volunteers, the 56th Alma Highland Festival and Games returns this weekend and is expected to draw thousands for...

Statue Dedication to Honor St. Louis Veteran’s Sacrifice

Michael MacDonald Herald Editor  The City of St. Louis will gather on Memorial Day weekend to unveil a permanent statue honoring a local veteran whose life...

New Coordinator Looks to Grow Gratiot County 4-H

Michael MacDonald Herald Editor  Ashley Foster’s journey with 4-H began more than three decades ago, when she first paraded a calf at the Gratiot County Fair...

Road Closure Debate Stalls Farmers Market Plans

Tim Rath Herald Correspondent  The St. Louis Farmers Market is having issues with the city and school district regarding road closures for the 2025 season, which...

Alma City Budget Includes Utility Rate Hikes for Residents

Rosemary Horvath Herald Correspondent Alma residents will see slightly higher utility bills as the city enters the third year of a five-year rate plan aimed at...

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County Hires Firm to Tackle Weed, Algae Growth in Pine

Rosemary Horvath Herald Correspondent  Weed and algae growth floating atop surface water of the Pine River during warm weather months may...
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STATE CHAMPIONS – Ithaca Team Shines at Michigan FFA Convention

Michael MacDonald Herald Editor The future is bright for Ithaca FFA. For the second straight year, junior high membership in the district’s...

Alma Elks Begin Preperations for 21st Field of Honor

Michael MacDonald Herald Editor For two decades, the Michigan Elks Field of Honor in Alma has given residents a way to...

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County Hires Firm to Tackle Weed, Algae Growth in Pine

Rosemary Horvath Herald Correspondent  Weed and algae growth floating atop surface...

STATE CHAMPIONS – Ithaca Team Shines at Michigan FFA Convention

Michael MacDonald Herald Editor The future is bright for Ithaca FFA. For...
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