Taking part in the upcoming Kickoff will be from left, Corey Dillard, Kalei Dillard, Christina Gray, Crystal Near, Jodi Dillard, and Corinne Jelken. They re members of "Crystal's Cashiers", a Relay for Life team that raised over $11,000 last year and is aiming to top that amount this time around. For being the  top fundraising group in the Fowlerville Relay for Life last year, the group was awarded the "Spirit Stick".

Cancer continues to remain the #1 health concern for Americans. The good news is that nearly half of all cancer deaths are preventable and events like Relay For Life not only educate people on what they can do to reduce their cancer risk, but also raise funds that lead to better treatment and more lives saved.

The Oak Grove United Methodist Church is organizing a “Reach Out Barn”, a community service in conjunction with Love, Inc. of Livingston County. The “Reach Out Barn” and Oak Grove volunteers are raising monies for community residents in need when emergencies occur.

Oak Groves “Reach Out Barn” is opening Wednesday, May 16. Barn hours will be Monday from 5 to 8 pm, Wednesday from 10 am to 1 pm and Friday from 11 am to 2 pm.

Howell Carnegie District Library and Howell Area Historical Society are partnering to bring month long a community event honoring the past to preserve it for the future.  Thanks to the generosity of Dr. Sam Daniels, Orthodontist, The Literary Horse:  When Legends Come to Life Exhibit is coming to town and will be displayed throughout the Howell Library from May 1–May 31.  The Literary Horse provides visitors with a real-life tour of horse-lovers’ favorite classics via the photographic artwork by Vanessa Wright.  Check the website atwww.howelllibrary.org for more information.

The Fowlerville Varsity Girls Basketball Team doanted the proceeds from its effort last winter to help in the effort to find a cure for breast cancer.  A check for $1,357.35 was given last week to the Mid-Michigan Affiliate of the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure. The 'Think Pink' fundraiser took part during the team's game against St. John on Feb. 10. The team sold 'Get Your Pink On" tee shirts, had a ake sale, sold Wall of Honor Ribbbons, sought donations from local businiesses , and offered face painting.  The effort was organized by Megan Christoson with help from Dana Coon.

Shown here, front row, kneeling, are Samantha Black and Angie Williams; standing, Coach Lorraine Ross, Kaleigh Callahan, Deborah Evans from the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure organization, Megan Christoson, Randi Buell, Hannah Hammond; and back row, Henriette Goly, Kallie Allen, and Jessica England.

The Fowlerville High School Senior Athletic Awards Night was held on May 2. Sixty eight students were recognized for having participated in sports during their high school career.

The annual Fowlerville Rotary Athletic Awards were presented during the program to an outstanding boy and girl athlete. From left are Rotary presenter Katie Pikkarainen, winner Christian Fosler, winner Lauren Dotts, and Rotary presenter Dawn Horton.

Four Fowlerville High School seniors athletes were given scholarships by the Athletic Boosters during the May 2nd program. Shown here, from left, are presenter Tracey Peterson, Brooke Dotts, Joshua Wilber, Dylan Taylor, Cassie VanWynen, and presenter Maureen MacDowell.

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The 119^th Annual Fowlerville High School Alumni Banquet will be held on Saturday, June 9 in the Fowlerville High School cafeteria. The social hour will begin at 5 pm followed by the banquet at 6:30 pm. Group photos will again be taken beginning about 5:30 pm.

Tickets will go on sale in early May at the Fowlerville Hardware and Curtis Grocery. Questions and reservations should be directed to treasurer Thelma Rossetter at (517) 223-8795. Honored classes are encouraged to contact Thelma as soon as possible. The price of tickets will remain at $15 if purchased in advance of June 1. Tickets at the door will be limited and cost $20.

Come set up your items to sell and enjoy the other activities taking place during this year's Relay for Life. Invite family and friends to come visit your site as well as the enjoy the many other activities taking place all day and night. This is a wonderful way for the community to enjoy the day, get some great deals and support Relay for Life and the American Society and all the wonderful work they do for everyone.

Vendor spaces are still available for the Flea Market/Swap Meet at this year's Williamston/Webberville Relay for Life to be held at 4pm. Friday, June 1 through Saturday, June 2 at 4 pm at the Greg Glover Track & Field behind the Webberville High School. There are 40 - 20' x 20' spaces available at a cost of $25 each. Flea Market/Swap Meet will take place Saturday June 2 from 9am-3pm.