This Week’s Top Stories
City Council approves Crossroads Bar and Grill outdoor seating
Leslie City Council held its regular monthly meeting at G.A.R. Hall on Tuesday. Councilmembers Pamela Beegle, Derek Flory, Alison Cargill, Jennifer Shuster, Mayor Pro Tem Randy Fox and Mayor Pete Zamora were all present, as were City Manager Brian Reed, City Clerk Denae Davenport and attorney Mark Grua. Councilmember Shelly Motes was excused from the meeting. In New Business, City Council approved Crossroads Bar & Grill’s outdoor seating permit for a period of one year. The … [Read More...]
Robert Farley is named 2013 Distinguished Alumna for Leslie High School
Leslie High School Principal Andrew Rogers announced today that Robert Farley will be honored as the 2013 Distinguished Alumna for Leslie High School. Bob is a 1954 graduate of Leslie High School. He received and Associate of Arts Degree from Jackson Community College; a Bachelor of Arts Degree, with honor, from Michigan State University and a Master’s Degree in Public Administration from the University of Colorado. Bob has made a lifetime commitment to public service, working on … [Read More...]
LHS students make memories at Hollywood-themed Prom night
Students from Leslie High School attended their prom night on Saturday. The evening started out with many prom goers making a stop at the gazebo on the corner of Bellevue and Armstrong Street for photo opportunities. The cold rain and wind didn't stop the students from keeping with the old Leslie tradition. The prom was held at the Michigan Theater in Downtown Jackson. The theme for the night was "Classic Hollywood." Students even entered the theater on a long red carpet where parents … [Read More...]
SPORTS
Leslie girls’ tennis team ties for first place at SMITL tournament
The Leslie girls’ varsity tennis team remained undefeated in dual match play when they played Lansing Christian to a 4-4 tie on Tuesday and defeated Waverly last night. Also, on Thursday, Leslie and Lansing Christian tied for first place at the Southern Michigan Independent Tennis League tournament at HillsdaleHigh School. On Tuesday, Leslie [...]
Leslie golf team finishes third at Hillsdale Invitational
The Leslie varsity golf team played in the Onsted Invitational at the Grande on Tuesday, went to the Hanover-Horton Invitational at Calderone on Wednesday and then played in the Hillsdale Invitational at White Oaks on Friday. Leslie finished in seventh place out of 14 teams at Onsted. The Hawks had a team score [...]
LHS track teams prepare for regional meet
The Leslie boys’ and girls’ varsity track teams competed in a double-dual meet with Albion and Marshall at Marshall High School on Tuesday and then went to Bath High School on Friday for the Jonathan Nugent Invitational where they competed against teams from 15 other schools. At the Marshall double-dual meet the Leslie [...]
Varsity softball still looking for first win
The Leslie varsity softball team hosted Columbia Central on Monday, May 6 and made up a rained out doubleheader with Maple Valley on Wednesday. The Hawks were swept in Monday’s doubleheader. In the opener, the Golden Eagles led 4-2 after four innings before putting the game out of reach by scoring one run in the [...]
Varsity baseball swept by Columbia Central and Maple Valley
The Leslie varsity baseball team hosted the Columbia Central Golden Eagles on Monday, May 6 and on Wednesday made up a doubleheader with MapleValley originally scheduled for March 27. Against Columbia Central, the Hawks fell in the opening game 16-1 in a four inning game. Joey Crow and Zac Schiller each had a [...]
Girls’ varsity soccer falls to Lansing Christian
The Leslie varsity soccer team hosted Lansing Christian on Wednesday, traveled to Laingsburg on Friday and then returned home last night when they hosted Dansville. On Wednesday, Leslie was defeated by Lansing Christian 6-0. The Pilgrims opened the scoring just 10 seconds into the game and led 4-0 at the end of the [...]
Picture Puzzler
Picture Puzzler
This week’s Picture Puzzler features a man and woman who are now deceased, but were both well-known in the Leslie Community. Their family and family name still carry on in town. Those who think they can identify the people pictured in this … [Read More...]
Obituary
Obituary – Cecile Joyce Taylor
Cecile Joyce Taylor age 77 of Murfreesboro, TN, went to be with her Heavenly Father on May 10, 2013. A native of Bandana, KY, she was the daughter of the late Cecil and Margaret Hall Warner. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Rev. William L. Taylor, and a brother, William Warner. Mrs. Taylor [...]
Obituary – Terry Lynwood Shultis
Terry Lynwood Shultis, 77, passed away at 7:15 p.m., Thursday, May 9, 2013 at Relais Bonne Eau in Edwardsville. Born at home in Mason, Michigan, he was the son of Harry L. and Ruth M. Shultis. He is survived by his wife, Patricia Klont Shultis, the woman he loved above all else for his entire [...]
Community
City of Leslie Police Report
The following police report of the activity recorded by the Leslie Police Department. This information was obtained from Chief Bob Delamarter and covers only the City of Leslie. May 6, 2013 - Officer Taylor responded to the 100 block of Church Street at 6:15 p.m. for a parking complaint. May 7, … [Read More...]
MOVING SALE – Leslie
Moving Sale- Friday & Saturday, May 17 & 18 from 9am to 5pm. 12032 Country River Drive off Territorial Road in Leslie. RAIN or SHINE! … [Read More...]
Pastor’s Corner
Ecclesiastes 3 1To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven: 2A time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up that which is planted; 3A time to kill, and a time to heal; a time to break down, and a time to build up… We waited so … [Read More...]
Opinion
Message from the Mayor
I had the opportunity to attend events at each of our public schools. First, I attended the Middle School Business Expo. The students got a chance to pick a business they would like to start, and they put up exhibits telling all about them. They had everything from a candy making business to a babysitting business. It was very impressive to see all of the hard work and enthusiasm they displayed. I would like to thank Laura Fenger and Pam Beegle for all of their time and effort in putting this … [Read More...]
Be sure to call MISS DIG before you start digging
The following is an editorial written by State Representative Tom Cochran (D-Mason). If you have questions about this commentary, please contact Rep. Cochran's office by calling (517) 373-0587. There are so many great things about this time of year - many families are starting outdoor projects. Many of these projects will involve some sort of digging in the yard. Before taking on any project that involves digging, whether it is for a new tree or an addition to your house, it is important … [Read More...]
‘National Safe Boating Week’ is approaching
The following is an editorial written by Ingham County Clerk Barb Byrum. If you have questions about this commentary, please contact Clerk Byrum's office by calling (517) 676-7201. As we inch closer to Memorial Day and the unofficial start of summer it is important to revisit some summertime precautions. As a reminder of these precautions May 18-24 is National Safe Boating Week. The most important thing to remember when boating is to wear a life jacket! In Michigan, anyone 6 years of … [Read More...]
‘Never too soon to start preparing for costs of higher education’
Another school year is drawing to a close — so if you have young children, they’re one year closer to the day when they head off to college. And both you and your children need to prepare for that day. Your kids can do so by developing good study habits. As for you, it’s never too soon to start preparing for the high costs of higher education. Just how costly is college? According to the College Board’s figures for the 2012-13 academic year, the average cost for one year at an in-state … [Read More...]
