Organ donor story urges April Donate Life Month
A letter recalls how Ralph Moody inspired a reader to become an organ donor at a Secretary of State event. The piece links personal choice to lifesaving statistics from the American Transplant Foundation, noting lists, donor impacts, and the heart sticker on a license as a symbol of commitment.
Are Seniors Ready for Graduation Says Publisher
Publisher and CEO Fred Jacobs warns that many Barry County seniors lack clear career plans after high school. He cites Michigan data showing only 28 percent pursue a four year degree, leaving 72 percent seeking immediate work or training. He urges seniors to inventory skills and map their future own paths.
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Gift of Life donor month inspires organ donor call
A liver transplant recipient writes from Marshall United Methodist Church urging readers to become organ donors during April Gift of Life Donor Month. He recounts a 2015 Cleveland Clinic transplant that saved his life and describes gratitude to donor Hayden Smith and his family in Saline, Michigan. The letter urges signing up to donate and reflects on the donor family bond.
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Fredonia Township road millage renewal urged for repairs
A resident urges a yes vote on May 2 for a seven year road millage renewal to maintain resurfaced streets in Fredonia Township Calhoun County. The note highlights potholes, fire truck safety, and neighborly effort by a volunteer road committee referencing prior improvements and ongoing needs.
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Save the Vote for County Commissioners
Community members urge delaying road millage voting until county commissioners face re election. They claim the road department wasted funds on new equipment totaling over 5.5 million by Dec 1, 2016 and nearly 2 million more this year, while patching work risks being outsourced for cheaper, with inflated township charges.
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