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Sturgis, Michigan Patch AM: a 4 min readGood morning Sturgis! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️
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- Why Sturgis’ mayor says the failed censure vote was “destructive”
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- Friday: Some sun, with a high of 67 and low of 53 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Sturgis mayor Perez in podcast interview: ‘What's right is right' (wilcoxnewspapers.com) — Sturgis Mayor Frank Perez is speaking out after a split city commission narrowly blocked efforts to censure him and remove him as mayor. In a recent podcast, he defended his conduct, criticized what he calls bullying, and pushed for a more unified, goal-driven approach as the city prepares to replace outgoing manager Andrew Kuk. 
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What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- The truth is… when kids’ teeth are healthier, they are, too.
Kindergarten Dental Screenings help find dental problems early. They’re free, local, and now they’re required for all Michigan kindergarteners. Find… (Nextdoor ) - Sharing for Area Agency on Aging IIIC:
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- Axelon Services Corporation posted a job opening for Forklift Driver I in Sturgis. Apply here.
- HireTalent posted a job opening for Forklift Driver II - 3rd Shift in Sturgis. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Sturgis here.
🗞 Nearby News
Centreville
- See the action from area sports around the area from last week (sturgisjournal.com)
Bronson
- Bronson city wide garage sales return this weekend (wtvbam.com)
- HS Softball: Coldwater goes 3-0 at its own tournament; Bronson sweeps Madison, UC splits at Colon (wtvbam.com)
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