LAPEER — The Lapeer and Upper Thumb Association of Realtors members are planning their Second Annual Business Fair. Last year about 200 people came to the American Legion Hall, 1701 West Genesee St., Lapeer, to check out the offerings at 36 booths. This year LUTAR members are looking for more booths and visitors. More...

Shots? ELBA TWP. — A Pratt Drive woman told Michigan State Police that she heard two gunshots outside her house. Police said they believe it was fireworks. Bad touch More...

Water parks will be ‘passive’ this year LAPEER COUNTY — In a split decision, county commissioners decided last Thursday to close the water park features at both of the county parks for the 2010 season. The matter has been weighing on commissioners' minds since last August when Parks Director Ken Elwert sought direction in light of falling revenues. More...

Think Green Ralph Kayler hit the nail on the head last week when he pointed out that every last one of our elected representatives in Washington, DC, have been bought out by multinational corporations, and it is considered illegal to do so. More...

IMLAY CITY — With the approach of spring just a few months away, Imlay City High School has hired Craig Miller as the new varsity baseball coach. More...

ART/THEATER THROUGH MAY Portrait Figures in Miniature: The Pierson Doll Collection at the Sloan Museum. The collection includes 120 figures in historical settings. THROUGH MAY 2 Predators hands-on exhibit that explores some of More...

LAPEER — For 20 years Lapeer County residents have taken to the streets for a brisk, winter-morning walk to benefit their friends, neighbors, relatives, area seniors and even strangers, who need them. The walkers are those taking part in the annual Walk for Warmth event scheduled for 9 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 27 this year. More...

LAPEER — It may say so on his card, but Bob Conner is no millionaire. At least in the literal sense. “(We’d have to) live to 250 years old to be a millionaire at the rate we’re going at it,” said Conner laughing. More...

METAMORA TWP. – Metamora Golf and Country Club has named Lapeer native Rick Fleming as its new club pro and general manager. The veteran club professional has been involved in golf course management since 1999 when he joined the staff as the pro at Devil’s Ridge Golf Club in Oxford. More...