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By BRAD HEINEMAN Clinton Local Through the ringing of church bells across the community to the synchronized public reading of the Declaration of Independence, Clinton residents gathered in national pride last week to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States of America’s founding. A “Sharing the Spirit of America” ceremony was conducted from 5:30-7 p.m. July 8 on the front lawn of the Smith-Kimball Community Center. With an itinerary organized by the Historical Society of...

Former Adrian resident Nathan Wakefield purchased Mystery Hill in the Irish Hills in May and will host a free carnival July 18. By JACKIE KOCH Meadowbrook Media Roadside attractions have had a place in the hearts of many who yearned to visit the themed features that dotted U.S. highways during their youth. In the Irish Hills, places like Mystery Hill beckoned to their sense of adventure and fun. Around 1916 the country began construction of 150,000 miles of asphalt roads, which resulted in...

The FDA reccomends washing all produce before eating to remove cyclosporiasis parasite. By DAVID PANIAN davidp@tecumsehherald.com TECUMSEH — As case counts of a diarrhea-inducing illness rise in Michigan, state health officials say their investigation has identified a possible source. While the investigation is ongoing, current results point to lettuce or salad greens as a potential source for the cyclosporiasis outbreak, although other food items cannot be completely ruled out, the...