All

Tecumseh City Council members approved a recommendation by City Manager Kevin Welch on Monday, April 1, that would offer an incentive program for new residential construction. The plan would include waiving sewer and water tap fees for a period of time.“It would be kind of an experiment, because I don’t believe we’ve ever done this before and not too many communities have,” said Welch.

As temperatures slowly warm up and the sun begins to peek out from behind grey winter clouds, the City of Tecumseh is looking forward to a warm spring evening on Friday, April 26 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. for the first Art Walk of 2013. Working with Community Arts of Tecumseh, city officials are matching artists of all media with merchants.“It’s a really simple mixture,” said Paula Holtz, Tecumseh Economic Development Director. “People really seem to enjoy it.”Local and regional artists showcase their art inside and out of downtown businesses during extended hours.

To the Editor,I just wanted to voice my support for the TDL [Tecumseh District Library] and the millage renewal in May. If you are a resident in the area and have not had the opportunity to visit I would strongly encourage it! There has been a lot of positive change that has gone on for TDL in the last 10 years. From the wonderful curbside appeal to the beautiful rennovations on the inside. TDL offers a tremendous amount of educational and informative programs for all age groups.TDL has had a positive impact for myself and for our children’s education.

Camilla Ann Wright, age 87, of Adrian, passed away on Friday, March 29, 2013, at her home surrounded by her family. She was born June 3, 1925, in Tecumseh to Joseph and Lena (Vestula) O’Pravil. Camilla married the love of her life, Morris “Morrie” Millard Wright on June 4, 1955 at St. Elizabeth Catholic Church in Tecumseh, Mich., and he preceded her in death on February 11, 2008. Camilla was a member of St. Mary of Good Counsel Parish. She was a member of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority for over 63 years.

Monita M. Fergus, age 85, of Britton, Mich., died March 31, 2013 from complications of Parkinsonʼs Disease. Monita was born April 7, 1927 in Blissfield Township, the tenth child of Emiel and Nellie (Downing) Wegner. After the death of her mother she went to live with her Aunt Minnie and Uncle Johnny Morey. She graduated from Blissfield High School in 1944, worked for Dr. Hefron and Dr.

Sunshine greeted Tecumseh’s varsity girls soccer team at home on Thursday, March 28, and lifted the Indians’ spirits for a big 8-1 victory over visiting Grass Lake’s Warriors.Tecumseh’s girls went into the game with a 0-1 record, having lost their opening game 7-0 to Ann Arbor Gabriel Richard just the day before, but heated up and controlled the field of play to even out their season record. Sophomore goalkeeper Jordan Kreger let just one of two Warrior shots on goal past her in the opening half.

Coach Leslie Tanis has taken over Britton Deerfield’s varsity softball team this season, replacing Dawn Cousino. Tanis was an assistant coach for the team last year.Tanis has just two returners in sophomores Morgan Tanis and Katie Rowe. Morgan Tanis will cover the shortstop position while Rowe will cover outfield. Both girls are expected to see time behind the plate as catchers.“We’re on a rebuilding year,” said coach Tanis. “We lost our expected starting pitcher to injury at the end of basketball season.”Laura Rowe will be stepping in as a freshman pitching replacement.

The Lenawee County Association of Home Builders (LCAHB) will be bringing its 29th annual Home and Better Living Show to the Tecumseh community April 5-7. The show, which runs Friday, Saturday and Sunday, will be held at the AJ Smith Recreation Center. Past shows have been held primarily at Siena Heights University.“We’re excited about being able to bring the show to Tecumseh and we even had exhibitors who wanted to be a part of it because it’s in Tecumseh this year,” said Judy Carlisle, Executive Officer of LCAHB.