Carl Coffey
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Dryden Vietnam Veteran Needs Our Help
January 15, 2014 Benefit Spaghetti Dinner for the Kish Family at the Almont Lions Hall on Water Street in Almont this Saturday January 18th, from 5:00pm—7:00pm.
This event is being held for Gary Kish, a longtime resident of Dryden, owner of Dryden Masonry and veteran who served in Vietnam. Gary was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer this past fall.
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Dog And Cat Vaccination Clinic In Almont
January 14, 2014 Paradise Animal Rescue is teamed up with All About Animals Rescue and their Warren Clinic in providing a low cost spay and neuter program. Get all the details at parpets.org.
Coming up this Saturday (1/18), Paradise Animal Rescue is presenting a Vaccination Clinic at the “Family Farm and Home” store in Almont on M-53.
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Beatles Take A Trip On Yellow Submarine
January 13, 2014 This week in 1969, The Beatles soundtrack album "Yellow Submarine" was released in the United States. The Beatles fourth film had songs by the band on it and also orchestral pieces, it would make it up to #2 on the charts.
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Hot Stuff In North Branch
January 10, 2014 The 9th Annual Benefit Chili Cook Off is this Sunday (1/12) from 12 noon until 2:30pm at Saint Peter and Paul Catholic Church in North Branch. Registration to enter a chili is $10. First prize will be $100, second prize will be $75, and third prize will be $50.
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U Of M Hangs On For Win Over Nebraska
January 10, 2014 It got crazy in the last few seconds of the Michigan/Nebraska basketball game last night. Derrick Walton Jr. hit the go-ahead layup with 21 seconds left on the clock. Nebraska would try to come back but missed two shots and then there was scramble for the ball and the buzzer went off. The Wolverines beat the Cornhuskers 71-70.
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Seven Decades Ago Jimmy Page Arrived
January 9, 2014 James Patrick Page was born today January 9, 1944 in London, England. That’s right Jimmy Page is 70 years old today.
Jimmy has been playing the guitar since he was about 10 years old.
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Spartans Just Get By Buckeyes
January 8, 2014 The Spartan Nation is rocking with another victory over the Ohio State Buckeyes. This time on the basketball court. Keith Appling had a 3-pointer with 29 seconds left in overtime and finished with 20 points, to help Michigan State get by Ohio State 72-68.
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F Trooper Larry Storch Celebrating Birthday
January 8, 2014 Today is the birthday of actor Larry Storch, he’s 91 years old. Larry’s work as Corporal Agarn with Forrest Tucker playing the part of Sergeant O'Rourke on the TV show “F Troop” always put a grin on my face.
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Winter Safety Tips From The State Police
January 6, 2014 Michigan State Police, Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division is reminding Michigan citizens about how to prepare for the extreme cold.
To stay safe during cold weather:
• Stay indoors if possible. If you must go outside, wear protective gear–such as hats, mittens and gloves–in addition to a warm coat. Always protect your lungs with a scarf.
• Watch for signs of frostbite, which include loss of feeling or pale appearance of fingers, toes or face.
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Weather Shuts Down County And State Government
January 6, 2014 The County of Lapeer government offices, including courts, will be closed Monday, January 6, 2014 except for essential personnel. People are encouraged to stay off the roads if possible while the Road Commission works to clear them of the excessive snowfall.
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Fish Dinner At Lapeer V.F.W.
January 3, 2014 2014 resumes the First Friday of the Month Fish Dinner at Lapeer's V.F.W. plus don't forget the third Friday (1/17) is a delicious Steak Dinner. Stop by this afternoon starting at 5pm until 8pm and enjoy Fish, Potato, Salad, Roll, Beverage and Desert.
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Make Music In The New Year
January 2, 2014 Want to learn on to play the guitar in 2014? Check out Gallery 194's Acoustic Guitar class. A great way to learn to play the acoustic guitar in a fun environment.