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RCS board votes for
no building closures


by CHRIS GRAY
Parents and students concerned about changes to district boundaries and grade setups or the closing of a building can breathe a sigh of relief for the upcoming school year.
The Romeo Community Schools Board of ...

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Economist says county
is recovering in 2012


by CHRIS GRAY
A local expert says Macomb County's economy is recovering thanks in large part to its historical roots in the automotive industry.
Jim Jacobs, president of Macomb Community College and economist, presented his...

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WT trustees replace two
on Planning Commission


by KIMBERLY SCHERER
Though still willing to continue serving, Washington Township Planning Commission members Bill Scarborough and Bob Rilley will not have their terms renewed.
Instead, Supervisor Dan O'Leary recommended Jan. 18 that...

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Bruce applies for grant
to pay for sewer studies


by CHRIS GRAY
A sanitary sewer study that would cost over a quarter of a million dollars could be covered by state funds.
The Bruce Township Board of Trustees unanimously approved to have its engineers apply for a grant that...

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Audiences of all ages can
enjoy Schoolhouse Rock


by CHRIS GRAY
Three may be a magic number, but for Romeo Theatre Company, 148 is more appropriate for its upcoming musical.
Prepare to sing along and maybe learn a thing or two as the company brings "Schoolhouse Rock Live!"...

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WT to support
fireworks display



The Washington Township Board of Trustees voted Jan. 18 to sponsor Stony Creek Metropark's annual firework display.
The board agreed to support the event with a $2,000 sponsorship.
"I feel strongly that ...

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LAPS OF LOVE

Above, Washington Township resident Bob Jones will hold his third-annual Super Bowl Sunday Swim for Samaritan House on Feb. 5. After suffering from a near-fatal blood clot in his lung three years ago, Jones decided to take his love of swimming and turn it into a fundraiser for the Samaritan House. The 68-year-old swimmer is asking for pledges to be submitted to the non-profit in honor of his swimming continuously for two miles. (Read Story)

(Observer photo by Dennis A. Setter)

Jan. 30 deadline
for Feb. primary

Residents have until Jan. 30 to register for the Feb. 28 presidential primary election.
Locally, voters in Bruce Township will also be deciding on a police millage up to a maximum of 2 mills.
To register, applicants must be at least 18 years old by election day and be U.S. citizens. Applicants must also be residents of Michigan and of the city or township in which they wish to register.
Registration can be done by mail, at their county, city or township clerk's office or by visiting any Secretary of State office. The mail-in form is available at www.Michigan.gov/elections.
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Tignanelli seeks
items for troops

Bruce Township Supervisor Jim Tignanelli is asking for donations from residents and businesses to show support for soldiers.
Tignanelli has announced his intentions of once again visiting the Walter Reed Army Medical Center in May to provide items to wounded soldiers.
Last year's efforts collected 18 portable DVD players, 15 iPod Shuffles, three bins of toiletries and more. A list of suggested items can be downloaded from the township's website, www.brucetwp.org.



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