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lose that treasure “Star” finalists craft show, bunny sale
Meg’s Peg, page 2 Page 6 Page 9
Complete coverage of the Cass City community and surrounding areas since 1899
VOLUME 106, NUMBER 52 CASS CITY, MICHIGAN - WEDNESDAY, MARCH 13, 2013 75 CENTS ~ 14 PAGES
STUNNED
Hawks ousted in Class C
district semifinal clash
Cass City’s magical season came Orban, Cole Israelson and Jacob
to an abrupt end last week in Class Perry. They finished with 12, 11
C district action against host and 10 points respectively.
Unionville-Sebewaing Area Red Hawks Orban, Israelson,
Schools. Cody Ross and Lukas Schenk end
The Red Hawks had defeated their high school careers with the
USA twice during the regular sea- defeat. All 4 seniors contributed
son, but came up short, 48-43, in mightily during the campaign that
the hard-fought semifinal contest led to the school’s first league
Wednesday night. championship in a dozen years.
Still, for Coach Aaron Fernald it Still, Fernald will have a solid
has been an enchanting ride. junior class returning to build on
Fernald recalled he first coached
this group 4 years ago, back when
next season, including a pair of all-
conference players in Collin Practice makes perfect...
Cass City had a freshman program. Hartwick and Perry. CASS CITY JUNIOR-Senior High School all-school play senior cast
Although only 4 members from
Fernald’s freshman team remain on “I was surprised at how well we members take some time out to discuss the script for their upcoming per-
this year’s roster, they improved did this year. We won a lot of close formances of “Peter Panic”, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, March 15-17.
from a 9-8 record as freshmen to games. Going forward we have a
18-4 as seniors. More importantly, chance to be good again next year. Pictured above are (back row, from left), Jacob Kittle, Heiko Thuum
the Red Hawks snagged the undis- It all depends on what our kids do (exchange student), Mishelle Powell, Katie Spencer, Theron Bogart, (sit-
puted GTW championship for the over the summer. If they work on
first time since 2001. their games we should be able to ting, from left) Misha Clark, Stacey McArthur and Rianna McConnell.
After a slow start had the Patriots compete, but if they don’t, we’ll (See story, page 9)
trailing 11-6, they were able to struggle,” Fernald said.
close out the initial half on an 11-4
run. The hosts then outscored the
GTW champs 14-11 after the
break, widening the gap to double
digits before taking a 31-26 edge
into the final 8 minutes.
Huron man fires gun,
wounded by trooper
USA hit 9-of-13 free throws in the
final frame to seal the victory, halt-
ing Cass City’s 10-game win streak
in the process.
Brandon Ballard was a force by Tom Montgomery returned fire, striking the sus-
throughout the night and recorded Editor pect,” said First Lt. Mitch
game scoring honors with 16 Krugielki, commander of the
points, despite sitting out most of A Huron County man suffered a Caro post.
the middle quarters with foul trou- gunshot wound during a con- Krugielki said it was believed
ble. frontation with village, county the suspect’s injuries were not
Nursing a 5-point cushion, USA and state police last week in the life threatening. No law enforce-
Coach Steve Bohn - who was fill- village of Sebewaing. ment officers were injured during
ing in for suspended Coach Mark Troopers at the Michigan State the incident.
Gainsforth – took a gamble when Police post in Caro reported the The Sebewaing Police
he put Ballard back into the game incident unfolded Tuesday at Department is investigating a
for what appeared to be the final about 7:30 p.m. when Huron felonious assault report that
possession on the half. County Central Dispatch occurred when the initial call
The move backfired, however, received a 911 call regarding a
when Ballard collected his 3 foul
came in to central dispatch,
“shots fired” call near the 100 according to Krugielki, who
on a charging call with only 30 block of Young Street.
ticks remaining until the break. noted the Caro post is investigat- Bill and Judy Britt
The Sebewaing Police ing the shooting involving the
Ballard’s foul troubles had him Department along with Huron (then & now)
riding the pine for most of the suspect and law enforcement
Britts celebrate 50th
County Sheriff’s deputies and officers. The state police Crime
third, but Cass City couldn’t take
advantage of his absence, namely troopers from the Caro post Lab is also involved in the inves-
because of the fine defensive effort responded to the call. “The vic- tigation of both incidents.
tim from the initial call ran to
wedding anniversary
inside by undersized Jake Beachy. “In compliance with department
Besides Ballard, Dan Rieck safety without injury. As law policy, the trooper involved in the
reached double figures for USA enforcement officials were estab- shooting was placed on adminis-
with 14 points. lishing a perimeter of the area, trative leave while the incident
Cass City had a trio of players the suspect exited the residence remains under investigation,” enjoying dinner together with their family. their former Judy Ann McIntosh
Bill and Judy Britt recently celebrated
The
50th wedding anniversary,
record double digits in Cody and fired several times. Officers Krugielki said. and her husband, William Howard Britt, were married Feb. 22, 1963 at the
Millionaire’s party raises $14,700 Grant United Methodist Church. The couple began dating in 1959 after
meeting at a mutual friend’s birthday party.
Bill is a 1961 graduate and Judy is a 1962 graduate, both of Cass City High
School. After receiving his education degree from Central Michigan
The Hills and Dales Foundation aire’s event to-date and everyone with educational programs and other University in 1965, Bill began to teach in the Owendale-Gagetown School
recently hosted its 14th annual enjoyed the night,” foundation free services provided by the hospi- District. He soon moved into administration within the district, spending
Millionaire’s Fundraising Event at Director Danielle Blaine said. “This tal. most of his career as principal at the elementary school, and later became the
Northwood Meadows. was such a fun event. It is always a The support and contributions to the K-12 principal, until he retired in 2002.
The event included a large raffle, nice way to break up the winter and millionaire’s event makes a huge Judy spent many years providing childcare for numerous families, while
silent auction, 50/50 raffle, DJ, have some fun. We are truly blessed impact on the efforts of the founda- being at home to raise her 4 daughters. She also worked at Kritzman’s
heavy hors d’oeuvres, and a costume to have such a supportive communi- tion. “We are truly humbled by all of Clothing Store for many years, and later began at Kranz Funeral Home,
contest. ty; Northwood Meadows was full of the support we received, it’s really where she is currently working.
energy and laughs. We are already wonderful to know that people Bill and Judy’s daughters are Catherine (Jeff) Healy of Cass City, Christine
The foundation received plenty of looking forward to next year’s understand the importance having (Martin) Boote of Manchester, Caren (James) Guc of Cass City, and Cori
support from the community, with event.” quality healthcare right here in Cass (Brad) Gniewek of Cass City. They are also blessed with 14 grandchildren,
more than 180 people in attendance. The Hills and Dales Foundation City,” Blaine said. with another one on the way: Steven and Lauren Walther, Caitlyn and Ethan
Officials also received numerous uses the money raised from events For more information or ways to Healy; Logan, Landon, Dalton and Jocelyn Boote; Kirsten Guc and her sib-
individual and business sponsorships such as their annual millionaire’s give to the Hills and Dales ling expected in September; Madilyn, Mason, Evelyn, Easton and Caralyn
and donations, helping to raise just fundraiser toward purchases of new Foundation, contact Blaine at (989) Gniewek.
over $14,700 for the foundation. equipment or updated technology for 912-6401 or email dblaine@hill- The grandchildren wrote poems and a song, and made a video of special
“This was (the) biggest million- the hospital. The money also helps sanddales.com. thoughts to honor their grandparents at the celebration.
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