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Election law charge dropped against county commissioner Scott McMahan

1 week ago | thecountypress.mihomepaper.com | Jeff Hogan

FLINT — A one-count charge against District 1 Lapeer County Commissioner Scott McMahan, 47 of Columbiaville, for swearing falsely while under oath for the purpose of qualifying as a candidate for elective office has been dropped. John Potbury, chief assistant prosecuting attorney at the Genesee County Prosecutor’s Office, commented in a statement, “The initial charge authorized against Scott McMahan has […]
Dan Gerlach led impactful life in Lapeer community

1 week ago | thecountypress.mihomepaper.com | Krystal Moralee

LAPEER — The Lapeer community lost one of its human landmarks on Tuesday after Dan Gerlach passed away at the age of 69. As longtime owner of a legacy business, an active participant in the Lapeer Downtown Development Authority and Lapeer County Historical Society (DDA), and restorer of historic homes, Gerlach’s impact on the city will last. Gerlach got an […]
Gingell named new road commission director

1 week ago | thecountypress.mihomepaper.com | Krystal Moralee

MAYFIELD TWP. — Lapeer County Road Commission Managing Director Mike Hemmingsen is entering his final weeks in the position, and his recommendation for his replacement was accepted this week by the board. Destain Gingell has been named the new managing director of the Lapeer County Road Com-mission and will be retaining his position as county highway engineer as well. Gingell, […]
Fire damages Oregon Twp. home

1 week ago | thecountypress.mihomepaper.com | Jeff Hogan

OREGON TWP. — A late Tuesday afternoon fire caused extensive damage to a tri-level home on North Shore Drive, east of Indian Road, in Oregon Township. The first call to Lapeer County Central Dispatch reported leaves on fire in the backyard that caught a deck on fire and spread into the home. There was nobody home at the time of […]
When temperatures increase, make sure to prevent heat exhaustion, heatstroke

1 week ago | thecountypress.mihomepaper.com | Jeff Hogan

LAPEER COUNTY — Time outdoors is time well spent throughout the year, but it’s especially enjoyable during the summer in Lapeer County. Hiking, fishing, boating and other warm-weather activities can renew your appreciation for nature. They also are good for physical and mental health. Summer can bring hot temperatures, and working or playing in the heat can be dangerous. As […]
Sun safety tips during the summer months

1 week ago | thecountypress.mihomepaper.com | Jeff Hogan

LAPEER COUNTY — With the summer months just beginning and the sun shining, more and more people will be spending time outside enjoying the weather. While being outside on a nice day is enjoyable, people must be aware of the dangers associated with overexposure to the sun and need to protect their skin. Overexposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation in sunlight […]
Bicycle riders urged to wear a helmet; be safe on area roadways

1 week ago | thecountypress.mihomepaper.com | Jeff Hogan

LAPEER — During the summer months, many Lapeer County residents including children and adults alike like to ride bicycles in their neighborhoods, along area roadways and on local trails. It’s important for local motorists to be mindful and watchful for bicycle riders along roadways or approaches to intersections. According to the Michigan Office of Highway Safety Planning, crashes involving bicycles […]
Smoke from Canadian wildfires prompts Air Quality Alert for Lapeer County, region

1 week ago | thecountypress.mihomepaper.com | Jeff Hogan

LAPEER COUNTY — Smoke from Canadian wildfires is drifting across Michigan today, prompting the Michigan Dept. of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy to issue an Air Quality Alert for Lapeer County and southeast Michigan for today (Friday) through 6 a.m. Saturday. The advisory is also in effect for Genesee, Macomb, Oakland, Tuscola, Sanilac and St. Clair counties.
Ed-Tech students building cozy cabins

1 week ago | thecountypress.mihomepaper.com | Krystal Moralee

ATTICA TWP. — If you’re looking for a she shed or a man cave for your property, you just might find what you’re looking for at the Lapeer County Education and Technology Center. The seniors in the Construction Trades classroom at Ed-Tech have for years spent each school year building a house, which was then purchased by someone in the […]
North Branch equestrian riders to compete on national stage in June

1 week ago | thecountypress.mihomepaper.com | Ben Gagnon

NORTH BRANCH — Two seniors from the North Branch High School Equestrian Team are preparing for a month of national-level competition, representing their school, community and state with pride. Rowan Conley and Myla Hochstein have earned their way to two prestigious events this June: the YEDA Nationals in Tennessee and the IEA Nationals in Texas. From June 5-8, the duo […]