A recent state audit of Van Buren Schools revealed overpayments to several district employees.  District Treasurer Cheryl Swisher overpaid herself $2,748 for the 2011-2012 contract year.  Swisher was not employed by the district for the first pay period of that contract year, but later paid herself for that pay period.  Also, three board members were also overpaid for attending meetings.  All overpayments have been returned.

The Hancock Park District Maple Sugarin’ Day is this Saturday at Litzenburg Park from 11am to 3pm.  The day begins with a pancake breakfast followed by many activities.  All activities are free and open to all ages.

The Blanchard River level is rising as warmer temperatures melt snow and ice around the region.  The rising river was predicted to crest this morning at 8.5 feet, which is considered “action stage.”  Minor flood stage at Findlay begins at 11 feet.  A hazardous weather outlook points to a heightened risk for ice jams through the weekend due to warming temperatures, snow melt and rain.  Ice jams could cause localized flooding.
 

A 23-year-Jacob Byington of Walbridg was killed yesterday in an accident on U.S. 23 near Bradner.  Byington was pronounced dead at the scene.  Byington was driving north on U.S. 23 at when his van ran into the rear of a semi.  U.S. 23 was closed for several hours after the crash.