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An interview with Rep. Moolenaar: Dave Hunt with U.S. Rep. John Moolenaar during a recent meet and greet at the St. Johns Big Boy.

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It’s Homecoming 2016 for St. Johns Redwings
Halloween At The Museum – Sunday, October 30
Starry Night Gala – Friday, November18
Free Kraft leaf bags available
Need help with your leaves?
Paving is ongoing in St. Johns
CASA Halloween Party at The Wheel Inn – Tuesday, October 25

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Maple Rapids Turkey Supper – November 3
Veterans dinner is November 11
Eureka Turkey Supper – November 3
Nurturing Parenting Series – The Philosophy and Practices of Nurturing Parenting, November 2
An Early Childhood Training: Tools for Building and Supporting Early Childhood Development
Briggs District Library News
Soup kitchen to make final stops of the 2016 season
Mark Your Calendar

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An interview with John Moolenaar
One family’s journey in Foster Care to Adoption
Benny and Jessie’s Pet Info – How to Feed Dogs with Lymphangiectasia
Maralyn’s Pet Corner – How to Get a Sick Cat to Eat

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Obituaries – Michael Carl “Micky” Ludwick Sr., Stephen John Swanchara, Janice M. Brush, Wayne L. Hyde
Marriage licenses filed the week of October 10, 2016
Divorce decrees filed the week of October 10 2016

St. Johns students and teachers attend Manufacturing Day: St. Johns High School senior Nolan Wirth on the left joins Fred Render of Capital Steel and Wire and Michelle Cordano of the Capital Area Manufacturing Council.
St. Johns Public Schools have several vocational offerings as part of their course selections.

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Groundbreaking set for Castle St. Johns – Friday, October 21
It’s fall at the SCH gift shop
Autumn at the Museum
Dynamic Duo Headlines opening concert – October 14
Register now for SCH Chicago trip
St. Johns Festival of Lights – December 2
Crafters needed for December 3 Craft Show
St. Joseph Carnival is November 5
SJHS Orchestra begins fall fundraiser

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The Wheel Inn to host Halloween Party for CASA
SCH to hold fundraiser – October 17, 18
Maple Rapids Turkey Supper – November 3
Eureka Turkey Supper – November 3
Veterans Dinner will be November 11
Gluten Free Fair is October 22
2016 Fall Open Gym Schedule/ Winter Volleyball
An Early Childhood Training: Tools for Building and Supporting Early Childhood Development
CASA Volunteer Advocates Needed
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This week’s Mystery Photo
A Look Back – Clinton County Clerk Passes Away in 1968
Benny and Jessie’s Pet Info – Aggressive Behavior in Dogs (and Cats)
Maralyn’s Did You Know – Mars Petcare announces voluntary recall
Maralyn’s Pet Corner – Seizures and Convulsions in Cats

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Obituaries – Thomas L. Wilson, Joyce Ann Dyer, Kathleen A. Simmon, Karl Louis Blemaster, Richard J. Halfmann
Marriage licenses filed the week of October 3, 2016

SJHS student artists had a great day at MSU’s Broad Museum’s Drawing Marathon. They drew from live models in costumes, dancers, drew to music and visited the museum exhibits.

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Two arraigned on Child Sexually Abusive Activity charges
Helms receives award
Dynamic Duo headlines opening concert – October 14
Public parking lot upgrade
Teacher wins 30 ukuleles
St. Johns alumna named to MSU Homecoming Court
Mint City Singers is selling Younkers Booklets – November 9 – 12
Already? Sure, why not? – December 2

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Register to vote – by October 11
Senior Center To Hold Annual Rock-a-Thon
St. Johns Tractor Supply hosts Fall Market Day – October 9
October activities at Clinton County Senior Center
A storm is brewing; are you prepared?
Briggs Library News
Soup kitchen to make stops in area
CASA Volunteer Advocates Needed
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A true story about Depression
This week’s Mystery Photo
A Look Back Update – Winner of New Bike in 1968
Benny and Jessie’s Pet Info – Why You Should Adopt a Pet
Letters – CASA says thanks
Maralyn’s Pet Corner – Natural Ways to Manage Diabetes in Cats
Now and Then – Remembering Doug McDowell

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Obituaries – Joseph A. Schafer, Joseph Charles Brokaw Sr
Marriage licenses filed the week of September 26, 2016
Divorce decrees filed the week of September 26, 2016

A record number of entries were posted in the annual pumpkin weigh-in at Andy T’s last Saturday.

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Pumpkin weigh-in well-attended
City Manager’s Newsletter
Jean Ruestman announces candidacy for City Commission
Schwan’s fundraiser to benefit Arts Council
Register to vote by October 11
St. Peter Fall Fest

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Mint Country Garden Club October Meeting
Trick-Or-Treating Hours announced
Fire Hydrant Flushing Program – Fall 2016
October 28 Euchre Tournament
Pancake Breakfast
CASA Volunteer Advocates Needed
MMDHD Calendar – October 2016
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Class of ’56 – 60th Reunion
Ag Program at Gateway
This week’s Mystery Photo
A Look Back – A 1968 Winning Team
Benny and Jessie’s Pet Info – How Cats and Dogs Help People Cope With Social Rejection
Letters – CASA says thanks
Maralyn’s Pet Corner – 8 Signs of Pain in Cats

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Obituaries – Geoffrey Catlin, Esther E. Majewski, Robert E. Pratt Sr., John Steven Mitchell
Marriage licenses filed the week of September 19, 2016

The reproduction Fowler Depot is located by the rails to trails pathway and will be used as a stop-off place for people to rest, get a drink and use the restrooms.

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Reproduction of Fowler Depot progressing
SJHS students represent school at U of M Band Invitational
Paine-Gillam-Scott Museum Events
Pumpkin weigh-in coming Saturday
Fall Waterfowl Hunt scheduled at Clinton Lakes County Park
Warriors Appreciation Rally held in Elsie
SJHS grads create animated series

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Fire Hydrant Flushing Program – Fall 2016
Mums for CASA – Saturday, September 24th
Tranquilizer and heroin a deadly combination
Bethel Bible Study Series begins
Pancake Breakfast – October 1
Red Cross urges blood and platelet donations
Briggs District Library News
NAMI offers new program for Military and Vets
Soup kitchen to make stops in area
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Fowler hosts the Vietnam Traveling Wall
This week’s Mystery Photo
A Look Back – Class of 1919
Benny and Jessie’s Pet Info – How to Stop Your Dog From Pulling on the Leash
Maralyn’s Pet Corner – Tick Bite Paralysis in Cats

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Obituaries – James F. Martin, Norman Joseph Beauchamp Sr., Gerald Dean Hicks
Marriage licenses filed the week of Septemer 12, 2016
Divorce decrees filed the week of September 12, 2016

St. Johns Fire Department’s 9/11 tribute was on display last Sunday.

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Remembering 9/11
Hunting Safety Class
The Fred Meijer Clinton Ionia Shiawassee Trail – update
FOMR meeting is Wednesday September 21
Mums for CASA – Saturday, September 24th
Mint City Singers
Bethel Bible Study Series begins

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Spray Park closing for the season – Sunday, September 18
Care A Van Garage Sale
PPK Contest – Sunday, September 18
Soup kitchen to make stops in area
CASA Volunteer Advocates Needed
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Gateway North off to a great start
Athletic Hall of Fame induction ceremony held September 9
This week’s Mystery Photo
A Look Back – 1968 Soap Box Derby Winner

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Obituaries – Dorothy Joyce Southward, Reva L. Ernst, Scott D. Wohlfert
Marriage licenses filed the week dated September 5, 2016
Divorce decrees filed the weeks of August 22 and September 6, 2016

The inaugural class of inductees for the St. Johns High School Athletic Hall of Fame has been selected.

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SJHS Hall of Fame inductees named
News From the Trail
Author to visit the Briggs – Thursday, September 15
Leonard hosts Kangas at state Capitol
Voices of Hope for Children Luncheon
Spray Park closing for the season
Mint City Singers

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Garage Sale
Ice cream social coming up – Sunday, September 11
Two or More Christian Church begins Thursday Night Bible Study – September 15
Wilson Center hosts concert
Briggs Library News
Why should you get a flu shot?
Soup kitchen to make stops in area
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Depression – major depressive disorder
This week’s Mystery Photo
A Look Back – Elections in 1968
Benny and Jessie’s Pet Info – Dog Ingests Gorilla Glue and Undergoes Emergency Surgery
Letters – Lost blanket
Maralyn’s Pet Corner – Is It Safe for Your Cat to Eat Bugs?

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Obituaries – Martin R. Wierman, Marilyn Kloeckner, Lisa Villarreal, Linda Lou Carmon (update), Rex “Bucky” William Wurn, Albert Louis Kirschenbauer, Penny L. Dick
Marriage licenses filed the week on August 29, 2016

Another great turnout as the Historic US-27 Motor Tour made their usual visit to downtown St. Johns last week.

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US-27 Tour – see more
His Cup Runneth Over receives $2,400 grant
St. Johns Vet receives Purple Heart
Mint City Singers want you
First Baptist to present Getty concert – Friday, September 30

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Church time change for First Congregational Church – September 11
Garage Sale – September 15, 16, and 17
Ice cream social coming up – Sunday, September 11
Hunter Safety classes scheduled – September 12, 13, 14,15
City of St. Johns Fall Youth Recreation Programs
September Activities at Clinton County Senior Center
Leonard hosts September office hours – Friday, September 9
Soup kitchen to make stops in area

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The five stages of grief
This week’s Mystery Photo
Benny and Jessie’s Pet Info – Can Grass Kill Your Dog?
Maralyn’s Pet Corner – Why Does My Cat Bite Me When I Pet Her?
Now and Then – We found the Elders

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Obituaries – Richard B. Miller, Betty Marie Marks, Gladys M. McKay, Louise Rees, Walter F. Seidel
Marriage licenses filed the week of August 22, 2016

One last Concert in the Park – and a Silent Auction to benefit Clinton Northern Railway

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Millennium Brass to perform at Wilson Center – September 15
Elvis closes out SJ Concert in the Park season
Silent Auction benefits Clinton Northern Railway

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Ice cream social coming up – Sunday, August 28
Ice cream social coming up – Sunday, September 11
Benefit Garage Sale
Briggs Library News
Leonard hosts September office hours – Friday, September 9
Soup kitchen to make stops in area
CASA Volunteer Advocates Needed
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MMDHD calendar – September, 2016

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Now and Then – Where do old people vacation?
This week’s Mystery Photo
A Look Back- Musical Family
Benny and Jessie’s Pet Info – – Increased Urination and Thirst in Dogs
Letters – Reader remembers Bill Richards
Maralyn’s Pet Corner – Urinary Tract Infections in Cats

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Obituaries – Nelda L. Elmore, Linda Lou Carmon, Marilyn McQueen, Deborah A. Klein, Mark Fremont Baker, Rosalie Rademacher, Bill Richards (updated)
Marriage licenses filed the week dated August 15, 2016
Divorce decrees filed the week of August 15, 2016

St. Johns boasted its very own shelf cloud Wednesday to bring relief to the near-drought conditions the area has experienced this summer. -Courtesy photo

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Silent Auction scheduled for August 31
Stormy weather
Capital City Brass Band to play at Concert in the Park – August 24
St. Johns Concert in the Park 2016 Schedule
Tim Skubick to Speak at CCEA Forum – September 14
Postal Connections of St. Johns achieves Top Sales Award

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Mint Festival, 2016 – an album
Honored on their anniversary
Ice cream social coming up – Sunday, August 28
Leonard to host September office hours
Soup kitchen to make stops in area
CASA Volunteer Advocates Needed

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This week’s Mystery Photo
A Look Back – CNB Plant Tour
Random Notes – A lifetime of service is legacy of Bill Richards
Letters – Reader has questions about the Sugar Bowl

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Obituaries – William P. Richards, Tony A. Slamka, Carl F. Stump, Richard Ettinger, Sandra I. Thelen
Marriage licenses filed the week of August 8, 2016