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Support for commissioners

EDITOR: I would like to strongly support two local candidates in this election for county commissioner. Theresa Nelson and John Malnar are very loyal commissioners and are very dedicated to the work at the county. They are committed to the community by attending all assigned committee meetings as well as regular monthly board meetings. Theresa and John's passion, devotion and loyalty to Delta County and the people they serve is unmatched by any of their opponents. Both of these candidates are irreplaceable and I ask for your support in making sure they maintain their seat to ...

Escanaba’s north shore development projects

Mr. Grant’s letter to the editor entitled, A Little More Action Please, prompts us to share some information on Escanaba’s north shore development projects. On Tuesday, July 26th, an opportunity was given for local and state officials, as well as The Daily Press and TV6, to tour The Lofts on Ludington as an example of a successful brownfield redevelopment in downtown Escanaba. Members of Escanaba’s city administration, city council, planning commission, brownfield board, and the DDA, as well as the Delta County Commission, the MEDC, and EGLE attended and enjoyed visiting with ...

Candidate support

EDITOR: In the August primary election I am endorsing the following candidates for the Delta County Board of Commissioners, Bob Barron, Dave Moyle, and John Denholm. They are real advocates of private property rights and fair treatment of all Delta County residents. In the race for the 108 District House seat Dave Prestin is a person with strong U.P. values that would represent our concerns and fight for the U.P. and what our values are. Bob and Candee VanDamme Rock Tony and Mary VanDamme Rock

Primary endorsement

As chairman of the Board of Commissioners in Menominee County, Michigan. It is my intent and honor to endorse Dave Prestin for State Representative of the 108th District, House of Representatives. Dave has served alongside me as Menominee County's District 6 commissioner and has proven exemplary skills and fortitude to achieve goals necessary to benefit the citizens of Menominee County. His experience with Fire and EMS has been influential in keeping our citizen's safety and wellbeing secure. He has done this with his leadership of the Menominee County's Board of Commissioners ...

Primary endorsement

EDITOR: The 108th District may have changed geographically since I represented it in the Legislature, but the values of its people have not. Values like hard work, family, faith, and service before self remain evident. That is why I am proud to put my full support behind 108th District candidate Dave Prestin — a candidate who embodies these values. Dave’s strong work ethic has created unmatched experienced. In addition to reviving bankrupt and struggling businesses, he has experience governing local boards and entities. For example, I serve with Dave on the Alger-Delta Electrical ...

Gas Prices

EDITOR: Monday, July 11, drove to Green Bay. When we left Escanaba, we had a full tank. In Menominee the Holiday Station was $4.41 a gallon Krist Oil was 4.39. A mile away in Marinette, Krist Oil was $4.02, and Kwik Trip was $4.03. 40 cents a gallon less in Wisconsin. Why? It was another 30 cents or more in Escanaba. Wisconsin gas taxes are a little more than 30 cents a gallon. Michigan's gas taxes are a little over 23 cents. About 7 cents difference. I think someone is taking advantage of the U.P. I could take a tanker truck to Marinette and fill up. I used to get tanker loads of ...