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By Demonte Thomas Michigan has already exceeded its average annual tornado count. The active season comes as communities across the state continue recovering from severe weather that has left behind widespread damage.



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The first annual Steps that Give Back: Joey Havers Memorial Walk held on June 13 generated $10,554 for the Wingham and District Hospital. The new event was created by Mary Havers in honour of her brother, Joey, a beloved member of the Wingham community known for his kindness and generosity



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A local author’s debut project will support survivors of domestic abuse. Kiara Jane Markle is set to launch her debut poetry anthology, Paperwork of a Ghost: A Survivor’s Blueprint. A collection of 60 poems, the book documents her 20-year journey through childhood trauma, system navigation, and building a safe life from scratch. 



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The Bluewater District School Board has passed a balanced budget of nearly $300 million for the 2026-2027 school year. The approved budget of $299,163,285 in revenues, $299,114,654 in expenses, and $48,631 in net reserve contributions aligns with the requirements of the Education Act and funding parameters set by the Ministry



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Four eggs from a federally endangered Great Lakes piping plover nest in Waukegan, Illinois, were washed away during a severe Lake Michigan storm but were recovered after more than 12 […]



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Kincardine’s public library is showcasing dozens of locally made ceremonial jingle dresses. “This display is a meaningful opportunity for the community to learn about and appreciate the art and history of the jingle dress tradition. We are grateful to the Jingle Dress Sewing Circle for sharing these beautiful dresses and



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The Wingham and District Hospital Foundation recently announced a contribution of more than $2.6 million to support patient care and hospital improvements during the 2025–2026 fiscal year. “These investments reflect the incredible commitment our community has to sustaining excellent local health services,” Nicole Duquette-Jutzi, the foundation’s executive director, said in



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The Municipality of Kincardine (MOK) is taking safety to the next level at Station Beach with the addition of a warning light indicating water conditions. “This project represents an important step forward in how we communicate changing lake conditions to the public,” Mayor Kenneth Craig said in an MOK news



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The Brookside Public School community is celebrating a well‑deserved honour for one of its most dedicated supporters. The Brookside Public School council has been named the recipient of the Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh (ACW) Outstanding Community Group Award, recognizing the council’s tireless commitment to students, families, and the wider community. The award highlights