Significant legal developments dominate this week’s edition as a federal court rules on a civil lawsuit stemming from a 2023 fire at a local residence. While Judge Hala J. Jarbou found that Police Chief Lisa Rousseau violated the Fourth Amendment, she granted summary judgment in favor of the City of Ovid, citing qualified immunity protections. The ruling underscores the legal doctrine that shields law enforcement officers from civil liability when performing their duties, though the Lupus have 30 days to appeal. On a more celebratory note, Ovid-Elsie crowned its homecoming royalty with John Kelly and Naomi Schneider named King and Queen at the game against Mount Morris—a lopsided 56-0 victory for the Marauders.
Community fundraising is in high gear this week with multiple events supporting local causes. The Elsie Fall Festival’s online auction is now live with over 160 items available, including getaways, lift tickets, casino cards, and donated goods—with 100% of proceeds benefiting the Elsie Area Food Pantry, which serves over 500 families monthly. Meanwhile, the ALS Association’s Walk to Defeat ALS takes place Sunday, October 4th, with Team Larry meeting at the Fred Meijer Trail in Ovid. Additionally, the Shiawassee County Fair received a $55,145 state grant to improve water infrastructure, and the Greater Laingsburg Recyclers is launching a “Pitch the Pumpkins” initiative in November—a timely reminder that sustainability and community service are woven throughout our region’s fall calendar.
Cover Photo: OE quarterback Trey Palatka #9 hands off the pigskin toJohn Kelly #20 during the shut out Mount Morris game.
Photo by Michelle Ladiski
