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HANCOCK — The first of 13 vacant lots at Spruce Haven has sold. The Hancock City Council approved a purchase agreement for Spruce Haven’s Lot 1 for $20,500 at its meeting Wednesday, down $500 from the initial asking price. The subdivision is located near the UP Health System — Portage hospital. The city hired realtor Kristine Weidner to sell the parcels at its March 3 meeting. An offer has already been made on another of the parcels, City Manager Mary Babcock said at the meeting. “It’s great to see some movement up in that subdivision, so we’re definitely looking forward to bu...

Damage to the Spruce Haven Park soccer pitches has the City of Melfort reminding residents motorized vehicles are not permitted in park areas.On Sunda...

The five-year general capital plans will see over $465,000 dedicated to public works, community services, and administration projects from reserve interest earnings. Other options to fund these projects will come from grants that city staff have or will be applying for. More than $395,000 from the utility operating reserve will be used for a five-year plan of water main replacements, street paving, and other public works projects. Council has a number of options to choose from in the coming year. Special capital budget items were also included in the discussion with a number of possible ne...