City to hold special Commission meeting on Wilson Center October 10
The Wilson Center project in St. Johns has generated significant community interest since last September when the City Commission approved a purchase agreement for a portion of the historic building.
At the Commission’s Special Meeting on September 12, 2023 City Manager Chad Gamble and a representative from Dymaxion Development presented detailed information about the project, and residents were invited to share their questions. On September 26 the City provided answers to all questions posed during and after the meeting on their website.
“It is excellent to see so many residents engaged in the conversation about the Wilson Center,” says Gamble. “We received thoughtful questions at the September 12 meeting and had a period of time when residents could submit them via email. We hope the answers are helpful for residents and demonstrate our commitment to providing clarity and transparency.”
The questions received were divided into two separate groups: first, inquiries regarding the development agreement documents, operational questions or taxation questions. The answers to these questions are provided on the City’s website.
The second group of questions required more opinion-based answers. The Commission commented on these inquiries at the regular Commission meeting on September 25, 2023. The link to the meeting recording is also available online.
Next the City Commission will hold another special meeting on Tuesday, October 10, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. at the Police Headquarters Building, 409 S. Whittemore St., to consider approving the legal documents to move forward with the Wilson Center project. Please see the City’s website for information related to the agenda and documents being considered before the City Commission.
Chocolate Walk coming up October 21
Everyone is invited to an afternoon of mini scavenger hunts and the collecting of chocolate. Get your event map signed and enter the raffle to win even more yummy chocolate and art supplies.
St Johns 2023 Chocolate Walk Regular Ticket are $20.00, and Golden Ticket will be $25.00.
Learn more at https://clintoncountyarts.org/chocolate-walk/
Order you tickets online here.
St. Johns Lutheran offering tips for staying safe online October 17
Jason Denovich, owner of New Look Computer and Data will present Staying Safe and Secure in the Digital World on Tuesday, October 17 at 6:00 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 511 E.Sturgis St, in St. Johns.
Expect to receive practical advice on staying safe and secure in the digital world, as Jason walks you through essential, easy-to-adopt best practices. His goal is to make technology accessible and safe for everyone, demystifying the complexities that often surround the digital world.
This free event is open to the public. Contact the church office (989-224-6796) for more information.
Museum offering commemorative signs
Did you know that the Clinton County Historical Museum has “I Was Here” signs available to place on buildings 100 years or older?
Homeowners or business owners can show their pride by displaying one of
these professionally designed signs that features the old courthouse clock
tower. The signs are then printed with the actual year of the building.
The buildings need to be at least 100 years or older, located in Clinton
County and the building owner must be able to complete the research to determine the age of their building.
Signs can be purchased for $40 which includes printing. For more information, please contact the Museum at 989-224-2894 or contact them via email at
pgsmuseum@gmail.com. Better yet, visit the Museum at 106 Maple Street in St. Johns on Sundays from 1-4 PM and Wednesdays from 2-5 PM.
This year’s exhibit, St Johns “The Way We Were,” is nearing its last few weeks because they will be preparing for the annual Victorian Christmas in mid-November.
Fairgrounds site of Fall Frenzy October 24
Join Clinton County 4-H at the Clinton County Fairgrounds, Smith Hall, for a great evening of Fall Fun from 6 – 8 p.m. on October 24. Registration is not required but is appreciated.
This event is free for all to enjoy. .
Enjoy snacks, hayrides, crafts, and more!
Save the Date: November 12, 2023
The Eat Healthy Eat Local Foundation has started planning their newest annual event – Friendsgiving!
They are collaborating with G3food4All to create a unique dining experience featuring local food for you and your friends to enjoy.
This event will take place at the Pierson 319 Building in downtown St. Johns on November 12, 2023. Doors will open at 3 p.m., dinner served at 4 p.m. and you’ll have a neat souvenir to take home with you along with a lot of fun memories, and prize giveaways.
Stay tuned for the menu announcement, and tickets will be on sale soon. Tickets will be limited to 40 tickets available, so you should plan to get them ASAP.