Steve Sweitzer

There was some snow and some cold temperatures, but just enough to add to the spirit of the season as Fenton residents turned out to welcome in the Holidays with its annual Jinglefest activities. Lining the streets of downtown, revelers celebrated the arrival of Santa in the Christmas-themed parade.

Grand Blanc Township, MI — December 10, 2025 The Michigan Department of Natural Resources announced today 15 community recreation facilities projects recommended for a combined $8 million in Land and Water Conservation Fund grants. “The Land and Water Conservation Fund is a great asset that brings federal funding through the state to local projects – […]

The Lasco Press just finished reporting on the Thor Mini-O's Supercross and Motocross National event from Gatorback Cycle Park just outside Gainesville, Florida. During Thanksgiving week, the annual fall/winter gathering brings 6,000 riders together to test their skills against the best of the country and international riders.

Lansing, MI — December 11, 2024 Through December, pheasants are be released in 10 state game/wildlife areas across southern Michigan to conclude the 2024 pheasant release program. “The pheasant release program had a great regular season this year,” said Adam Bump, Michigan Department of Natural Resources upland game bird specialist. “Hunters enjoyed spending time together […]

Fenton Township, MI — December 14, 2024 People have accessed the Shiawassee River by the Hogan Road Bridge for many years. They have had to park on the road, carry their boats over a steep berm, and drop their boats a couple of feet to get into the water. The Keepers of the Shiawassee project […]

Holly, MI — December 15, 2024 The award-winning Holly High School Main Street Show Choir left the recent Michigan Musical Theatre Solo & Ensemble Festival with another round of wins by the full choir and two of the choir’s soloists. The growing Broncho musical theater program is part of the district’s ongoing commitment to the fine arts in preparing students […]

Rocket Mortgage Classic, Detroit, MI — December 16, 2024 This year marks the third time that the Rocket Mortgage Classic has been honored with the Fair Way Award, and it remains the only tournament to have received the recognition. The award recognizes the tournament that excels at diversity, inclusion, and social responsibility. This award was […]

Warwick Hills Golf and Country Club, Grand Blanc, MI — December 17, 2024 Officials of The Ally Challenge presented by McLaren announced today that the seventh playing of the official PGA TOUR Champions event, which concluded August 25, 2024, at Warwick Hills Golf & Country Club, raised a total of $1,005,260.21 for charitable organizations in […]

Detroit, MI — December 19, 2024 Savvy Sliders, America’s fastest-growing slider brand, has acquired Florida-based BurgerFi, a chef-driven, fast-casual chain best known for its signature BurgerFi Cheeseburger. Each BurgerFi restaurant in fifteen states and counting will continue to operate as BurgerFi. With this acquisition, BurgerFi will be a sister brand to Savvy Sliders, Happy’s Pizza, […]

Fenton, MI — December 22, 2024 With winter officially here it is a good time to review safety precautions for those outdoor adventures into the cold and snow of the mitten state. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources reminds everyone to put safety first when enjoying favorite outdoor winter activities. “People often get caught up […]