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Downtown Sault mural crosswalks to receive fresh coat of paint
The Sault News
SAULT STE. MARIE Talented individuals in the area will further beautify the downtown area by repainting select crosswalks with artwork.
According to Kayla Gugin, executive director of the Sault Downtown Development Authority, this project is run by volunteers and materials are donated from Sherwin Williams. The original repainting date was set to be on Monday, but inclement weather forced the project to be postponed.
“The crosswalk murals downtown add to the unique culture of Sault Ste. Marie,” said Gugin. “It showcases the talents of local artists and volunteers and each one captures something unique about the Sault or area the mural is located.”
Half of Chippewa County has one dose of COVID-19 vaccine
The Sault News
As of Wednesday, data from the State of Michigan reported there have been 1,075 cumulative confirmed cases and 1,391 cumulative probables of COVID-19 in Chippewa County. There have been 33 deaths because of the virus. On Wednesday, it was reported by the Chippewa County Health Department that 2,337 people have recovered.
Compared to last week’s totals, there had been 1,068 confirmed cases, 1,387 probable cases and 33 deaths due to COVID-19 in Chippewa County. Per the health department, 2,278 people had recovered from the virus.
War Memorial reminds the community to continue to do their part in staying safe by hand washing, mask wearing and social distancing. The War Memorial COVID-19 + Flu A/B Self Collection Test is open from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Friday on Nolte Street.
Sault High students displaying art work Friday
The Sault News
SAULT STE. MARIE The public is encouraged to view artwork from local artists from 4 to 6 p.m. on Friday during the annual Senior Art Walk.
“My students are very excited to be displaying their artwork publicly,” said Anne White, art teacher at Sault Area High School. “This is something that they chose to do as it was not a class requirement. I hope that you will take the time to get out and see the displays and visit with the students.”
The Art Portfolio Class of 2021 at Sault High will be standing with their storefront displays at the downtown businesses listed below. Spectators are welcome to walk or drive by to view the artwork and wish the artists well.
Ann Hammock has been teaching at Sault Area High School for 25 years and was one of the two distinguished teachers of the year recently recognized by the superintendent of Sault Schools.