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Commissioner’s Renewable Energy Inquiry Sparks Detailed Response

Rosemary Horvath Herald Correspondent  An update on wind turbine decommissioning turned into a broader discussion on the future of energy in Michigan when Gratiot County Commissioner...

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...

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Alma Man Sentenced in Salon Stabbing Homicide

Michael MacDonald Herald Editor An Alma man was sentenced last Tuesday to 20 to 40 years in prison for the 2025...
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Businesses Question Communication

Chris Boshoven Herald Correspondent An unexpected water shutoff last Thursday in downtown Alma added to frustration for business owners already dealing...

Gratiot Airport Lands $1.3M for New Terminal

Rosemary Horvath Herald Correspondent The Federal Aviation Administration has awarded the Gratiot Community Airport a $1,289,000 grant to reconstruct the existing...

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Alma Man Sentenced in Salon Stabbing Homicide

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