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For the first time in school history, Clinton High School’s varsity football team will be heading to the Division 6 Michigan High School Athletic Association state championship at Ford Field after dominating Shelby for a 49-3 state semifinal victory. See sports for complete story.

The Tecumseh Pops Orchestra and Community Chorus will hold its annual holiday performance at the Tecumseh Center for the Arts on Sunday, Dec. 8 at 3:30 p.m.This year’s concert theme is “Christmas… And All That Jazz!” There will also be a special guest group performance by the Tecumseh High School (THS) Chamber Orchestra, conducted by Michael Bough, THS Music Teacher. The Tecumseh Pops Orchestra is under the direction of Dr. James Ball, Music Director for the Tecumseh Pops Organization. The Tecumseh Community Chorus is under the direction of Mary Hofmeister.

To the Editor,I would like to acknowledge and applaud all those involved in the TYT’s recent production of The Wizard of Oz. The cast and crew performed exceptionally, and collectively presented one of the most amazing shows I’ve had the pleasure of attending. The three-hour performance was superb in every way imaginable! There is tremendous talent in this community, and I hope our citizens will continue to embrace and support the efforts of TYT. Jana PorterfieldTipton

Frigid cold weather with a blistering wind did little to keep Clinton High School’s varsity football team from winning the state semifinal to advance to the state final for the first time in school history. Shelby High School was even less of a threat with the Redskins easily defeating the Tigers for a huge 49-3 victory.The big win advances the Redskins to the state final on Friday, Nov. 29, in Detroit at Ford Field, the home of the Lions. Clinton faces undefeated Ithaca; the three-time defending Division 6 state champs at 4:30 p.m.“There is only one thing to say boys.

Mary V. Shelle, 93, of Tipton, Mich., and formerly of Hudson, Mich., passed away, Friday, Nov. 22, 2013, at Herrick Manor in Tecumseh, Mich. She was born December 4, 1919, in Blissfield, Mich., the daughter of, John and Clara (Hughes) Kingsley. She married Norbert Edward Shelle on September 5, 1938, in Hudson, Mich., and he preceded her in death on November 2, 1977. Mary was a retired nurse’s aide from Thorn Hospital and graduated from Sacred Heart School Class of 1937. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church and Altar Rosary Society.

Victor Owen Lawson, age 98, passed away Thursday, Nov. 21, 2013 in Kalamazoo, Mich. He was born August 4, 1915, in Deerfield, Mich. He was preceded in death by his wife of 59 years, Dorothy (Logan) Lawson, in 1997 and a son, Lavern Lawson, in 1985. He served in the United States Army and was a barber in Tecumseh for over 50 years. Surviving Victor are three sons, six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. According to his wishes, cremation has taken place and his ashes will be interred at Deerfield Cemetery, date pending. A private memorial service was held in Kalamazoo.

To the Editor,The recent article concerning the March opening planned for the new Cambrian Memory Care Center was excellent news with one minor correction. The article stated, “Since families typically need to travel outside of Lenawee County to find such specialized services.” Actually, Tecumseh Place, Inc. at 1311 Southwestern Dr. in Tecumseh has been providing quality Alzheimer (and other dementia) care since 1995. They, too, have recently expanded their capacity for this service with a $2 million dollar addition to their facilities.Tom HawkinsTecumseh