This week’s edition of The Meridian Weekly is packed with heartwarming community wins, important public health updates, and the exciting return of fall sports. We start by celebrating the Ovid and Laingsburg Lions Clubs, who teamed up once again to present checks totaling $6,800 to the Lions of Michigan Foundation and Bear Lake Camp—truly embodying their motto, “We serve.” In other news, we’re urging residents to be cautious as a harmful algal bloom was confirmed at Lake Ovid in Sleepy Hollow State Park, and the Mid-Michigan District Health Department is recommending people and pets avoid affected areas. Meanwhile, the Greater Laingsburg Recyclers shared exciting updates about their growing operations, and our Elsie Public Library is gearing up for a full fall schedule of programs and events.
On the sports front, fall athletics are officially underway! Our cross-country teams from Ovid-Elsie and Laingsburg opened their seasons at the Early Burg Beach Run, while the Laingsburg girls golf team is already making waves in the CMAC. We also have full coverage of the opening football games, where both the Marauders and Wolfpack battled hard in season-opening losses. And don’t forget, our Gridiron Guru contest is back and in full swing, so get your picks in! From recycling updates and community events to health alerts and school news, there’s something for everyone in this week’s issue. As always, thank you for supporting local journalism and keeping our communities strong.
Cover Photo: Ovid and Laingsburg Lions Club Again Team Up to Benefit Michigan Foundation, Bear Lake Camp. Pictured (right) Lions Terry Fraidenburg presented a check for $3,400 to Traci Tribley representing Bear Lake Camp Board of Directors. Pictured (left): Lions Terry Fraidenburg presented a check for $3,400 to Chad McCann representing LMF.
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