Library patron Dexter tries out new puppets purchased with funds donated to the Byron branch of the Community District Library. Young library patrons may use a colorful jungle-themed wall backdrop, reading rug, table and chairs, talking globe, and several animal puppets in the recently decor…
The Michigan State Police hosted a “coffee with cops” event Wednesday morning at McCurdy Park in Corunna. Community Service Trooper Katelyn Hammond (not pictured) said the MSP plans to conduct future events this year in various locations throughout the county. From left are Community Service…
U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Tyler Russell, a combat engineer with Logistics Combat Element, Marine Rotational Force - Darwin makes targets during range preparation in the Northern Territory, Australia, July 22, 2020. The range was used for live-fire squad attack training as a part of a weeklong f…
Members of the Owosso Veterans of Foreign Wars post salute former military members and others enshrined on a memorial "wall" outside the post Saturday afternoon. The memorial includes about 50 names commemorating veterans, auxiliary members and longtime supporters, both living and dead. Post…
Jack Sheldon is the grand-prize winner in the annual Argus-Press Bunny with the Money contest. Sheldon, who registered at Mancino’s Pizza and Grinders in Caledonia Township, won a plush bunny and a cash prize of $100. A total of 30 businesses in Shiawassee County and surrounding areas partic…
In an effort to recognize this year’s graduating seniors, Owosso High School’s student government organization — in partnership with a number of OHS staff — used a portion of its funds to purchase commemorative signs. The 204 signs — each honoring a particular Owosso senior — were placed alo…
Byron senior Josh Green announced recently he has committed to play football at Saginaw Valley State University. In a statement, the Green family said he will begin with a staff position on the team this fall and transition to an automatic spot on the team in the winter. Green was a first-te…
Recently, the Zonta Club of Owosso delivered meals to frontline health care workers at Memorial Healthcare in recognition for all they do to keep the community safe. Club member Nancy Balko and her granddaughter Ashlee delivered the food, and Applebee’s prepared it. Funds for the project we’…
Corunna school staff served 2,558 meals in a single day this week. Staff celebrated “School Lunch Hero Day” with superhero shirts and face masks. Corunna Public Schools’ Food Service Staff food distribution is every Wednesday for anyone 18 years and younger.
Supporters of Karl Manke opening his barbershop back up gather in front of his shop in this Thursday photo. Manke has been open for several days in violation of Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s “stay home, stay safe” order that prohibits non-essential businesses from operating. Manke was given two ci…
LAINGSBURG — Following a recommendation from the city’s planning commission, the Laingsburg City Council has approved a petition for special land use, site plan amendment and license application for a marijuana retail storefront at 120 W. Grand River Road.
OWOSSO — Josh’s Frogs, a nationally known animal breeding company, has been granted a rezoning that will allow the business to expand into a vacant church building.
LAINGSBURG — With coronavirus cases back on the rise locally, the city has opted to cancel its Movies in the Park series — which never began — for the remainder of 2020.
OWOSSO — Starting Saturday, Indian Trails will restart most of its daily scheduled bus service, which includes routes throughout Michigan, and into Chicago, Milwaukee and Duluth, along with reduced connections with the Greyhound and Amtrak national transportation networks.
PERRY — The Shiawassee County Health Department is conducting a household hazardous waste (HHW) collection from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday at the at Perry City Hall, 203 W. Polly St.
CORUNNA — Thirty-fifth Circuit Court Judge Matthew Stewart is self-quarantining for several weeks after multiple family members tested positive for COVID-19.
OWOSSO — Both the Owosso and Durand branches of the Shiawassee District Library announced Sunday they will be temporarily closed for cleaning because of a potential COVID-19 exposure.
LANSING — State Sen. Tom Barrett announced Sunday evening he has tested positive for COVID-19.
SHIAWASSEE COUNTY — Dozens of semi-trucks illuminated the streets of Owosso and Corunna Saturday night as part of the Shiawassee County Fair’s annual light parade.
OWOSSO — As a business owner, Hollie Drake has experienced her fair share of challenges amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, but the period has also allowed her the opportunity to focus on her true passion — health and wellness coaching.
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