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  • Why Fruitport students say this English teacher is their “solid rock”

Also on today's calendar: Township Board Meeting and 2 more events.

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Today's riddle: Can February March? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Becoming windier, not as cold, with a high of 38 and low of 35 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Breezy in the a.m.; clearing, temps: high: 39, low: 32.
  • Thursday: Very windy; periods of rain, with a high of 44 and low of 22 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• English teacher overwhelmed by Teacher of the Week surprise (wzzm13.com) — A beloved Fruitport High School English teacher, Sam Gautraud, was surprised by students and staff with a Teacher of the Week honor recognizing his mentorship and steady presence in their lives. Gautraud and Principal Lauren Chesney reflected on how his classroom support, listening ear, and love of reading and writing have made him a trusted “rock” for Fruitport teens.
   

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Other local events
    Thursday December 18
  • FCS Band Pizza Dinner Fundraiser
    Fruitport Community Schools Fruitport, MI 49415
    4:30 pm
  • FCS Band Holiday Concert
    Fruitport Community Schools Fruitport, MI 49415
    6:00 pm
  • MS Band Holiday Concert @ PAC 6PM
    Fruitport Middle School Fruitport, MI 49415
    6:00 pm
    • Monday December 22
  • Township Board Meeting
    Fruitport Township Hall , 5865 Airline Rd , Fruitport
    6:00 pm

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • McDonald's Restaurants posted a job opening for Crew Team Member in Fruitport. Apply here.
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🗞 Nearby News

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  • Spring Lake Township launches facade grant program to boost local business visibility (fox17online.com)
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