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Wednesday, December 26, 2012

Fenton Events Calendar — Thursday Through Saturday

Fenton Be Closer website lists things to do in the city.

Looking for fun in Fenton during the rest of the week? Here are some ideas from the city’s marketing firm, New Moon Visions of Milford. You can check out the Be Closer website as well for more information. Zumbatonic Class for kids from 5-5:45 p.m. at the Fenton United Methodist Church, 119 S. Leroy St. in Fenton. The cost is $5, for kids 4-12. Jim and Nick Kish will be at The Fenton Hotel Tavern & Grille, 302 N. Leroy St., from 8 p.m. to midnight, (810) 750-9463. Beer Pong starts at 9 p.m. at Joe & Lewie’s Penalty Box, 2400 Owen Rd. Eric Bontekoe and Shannon Dion at the Fenton Hotel Tavern & Grille, 302 N. Leroy St., 8 p.m. to midnight. Senior Fridays at the Fenton Community & Cultural Center, 150 S. Leroy St. include bingo ($1), bunco ($…

Friday, October 5, 2012

5 Things to Know Today — Oct. 5

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The National Weather Service's forecast for today is a chance of showers (30 percent) with a high of 59 degrees. Tonight's forecast is mostly cloudy with a low of 37. The lowest gas prices in Fenton Tuesday evening were $3.69 per gallon, according to MichiganGasPrices.com. The station offering this price was Beacon & Bridge Market, 3011 W. Thompson Rd., in Fenton Township. The second-lowest price was $3.72 per gallon, at the Mobil at 1491 N. Leroy St., Fenton. Danny Leideker, who has Asperger Syndrome, a type of autism, has been befriended by his fellow Linden High School seniors, the Tri-County Times reports. Leideker makes them better people, one of his friends says. Michigan’s magnificent seasons are highlighted in the Michigan 4 art …

Tuesday, October 2, 2012

5 Things to Know Today — Oct. 2

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The National Weather Service's forecast for today is a 40 percent chance of showers with a high of 66 degrees. Tonight's forecast is rain likely (60 percent) with a low of 55. The lowest gas price in Fenton Monday morning was $3.77 per gallon, according to MichiganGasPrices.com. The station offering this price was Beacon & Bridge Market, 3011 W. Thompson Rd., Fenton Township. The second-lowest price was $3.78 per gallon, at Mobil, 1491 N. Leroy St., Fenton. A large fire that started around 2:30 a.m. on Monday hit Byron’s 100 block of South Saginaw Street, the Flint Journal reported. Businesses, including Janelle’s restaurant, and apartments were affected. No injuries were reported. Southern Lakes Arts Council will hold an Artists Guild …

Monday, October 1, 2012

5 Things to Know Today — Oct. 1

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The National Weather Service's forecast for today is areas of fog with a high of 66 degrees. Tonight's forecast is a 30 percent chance of showers with a low of 50. The lowest gas price in the Fenton area on Sunday night was $3.77 per gallon, according to MichiganGasPrices.com. The station offering this price was Beacon & Bridge Market at 3011 W. Thompson Rd., Fenton Township. The second-lowest price was $3.79 per gallon, at the Marathon at 1375 N. Leroy St., Fenton. The holidays are coming up, and area businesses are hiring seasonal workers, the Tri-County Times reports. The number of seasonal employees could be 700,000 this year, up from last year’s 660,000. The Fenton Township Board meets today at 7:30 p.m., at the township hall at 12060…

Friday, September 28, 2012

5 Things to Know Today — Sept. 28

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The National Weather Service's forecast for today is morning frost with a high of 65 degrees. Tonight's forecast is partly cloudy with a low of 40. The lowest gas price in Fenton Thursday afternoon was $3.82 per gallon, according to MichiganGasPrices.com. The station offering this price was Fenton Marathon, 402 Silver Lake Rd. The second-lowest price per gallon was $3.85, at Clark, 436 N. Leroy St. in Fenton. Absentee ballots are available at voters’ city or township office. In addition, the deadline to register to vote in the Nov. 6 election is by 5 p.m. on Oct. 9, the Fenton city clerk says. Those who live in the city of Fenton can register at Fenton City Hall, 301 S. Leroy St., or at a branch office of the Secretary of State. Senior …

Thursday, September 27, 2012

5 Things to Know Today — Sept. 27

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The National Weather Service's forecast for today is mostly sunny with a high of 64 degrees. Tonight's forecast is mostly clear with a low of 40. The lowest gas price in Fenton Wednesday afternoon was $3.82 per gallon, according to MichiganGasPrices.com. The station offering this price was Marathon at 402 Silver Lake Rd., in Fenton. The second-lowest price per gallon was $3.85, at Clark, 436 N. Leroy St. Reports are saying bacon, and other pork products, could increase in price because of this summer’s high temperatures and lack of rain, The Flint Journal said. The summer weather severely affected corn and soybean crops, which feed pigs that provide pork. The Fenton Community Orchestra’s free rehearsal begins at 6 p.m. today, at Fenton …

Tuesday, September 25, 2012

5 Things to Know Today — Sept. 25

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The National Weather Service's forecast for today is mostly sunny with a high of 70 degrees. Tonight's forecast is partly cloudy with a low of 52. The lowest gas price in Fenton Monday afternoon was $3.80 per gallon, according to Mapquest Gas Prices. The station offering this price was Owen Road BP Food Shop, 3238 Owen Rd., Fenton. Trees' fall color in Michigan will depend on the weather for the next 30 days, the Tri-County Times reports. Factors such as temperature and rainfall will play roles in when leaves turn color, and how long it will last. Jazzercise Fenton Fitness Center, 3235 W. Thompson Rd., Fenton, is offering a 5:45 p.m. class today. Jazzercise burns up to 600 calories in the hour-long class, which includes cardio, strength …

Monday, September 24, 2012

5 Things to Know Today — Sept. 24

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The National Weather Service's forecast for today is breezy with a high of 63 degrees. Tonight's forecast is mostly clear with a low of 47. The lowest gas price in Fenton on Sunday afternoon was $3.95 per gallon, according to Mapquest Gas Prices. The station offering this price was Clark #0824, at 436 N. Leroy St. Fall is here, and a trip to a cider mill and/or apple orchard can make a fun family outing. Here is Patch's guide to area attractions. Tonight is Kids' Nite at the Laundry, from 5-8 p.m. at The French Laundry, 125 W. Shiawassee Ave., in Fenton. The event features half off the Kids' Stuff menu, and from 5-7 p.m., magic and card tricks from Jester the clown and balloon animals for the kids. A Fall Rummage Sale is planned on …

Friday, September 21, 2012

5 Things to Know Today — Sept. 21

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The National Weather Service's forecast for today is a 30 percent chance of showers, with a high of 66 degrees. Tonight's forecast is showers likely (60 percent) with a low of 46. The lowest gas price in Fenton Thursday night was $3.95 per gallon, according to Mapquest Gas Prices. The station offering this price, for credit card purchases, was Clark #0824, 436 N. Leroy St. in Fenton. Beverly Knox-Pipes, a fired Genesee Intermediate School District (GISD) administrator, is accused of misusing more than $87,000 in taxpayer money for personal gain, the Flint Journal reports. Through her attorney, Knox-Pipes has denied claims of misusing funds and equipment, but has not denied allegations of an affair with retired Superintendent Tom Svitkovich…

Thursday, September 20, 2012

5 Things to Know Today — Sept. 20

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The National Weather Service's forecast for today is a slight chance of showers with a high of 67 degrees. Tonight's forecast is partly cloudy with a low of 45. The lowest gas price in Fenton Wednesday night was $3.95 per gallon, according to Mapquest Gas Prices. The station offering this price was Clark #0824, 436 N. Leroy St. The next-lowest price per gallon was $3.96, at Speedway #8405 (discount available), 3245 Owen Rd. and Fenton Marathon, 402 W. Silver Lake Rd. There was a possible panther sighting in Fenton Township, near Lahring and Linden roads, the Tri-County Times reported Wednesday. The animal complaint was posted Tuesday on the Flint Police Operations Facebook page, with the caller saying they saw a "very large cat" that "…

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