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Summer concert series
This performance from The Rivermen is part of the Standish Historic Depot’s 2026 Summer Concert Series, Thursdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. during June, July, and August.Bring a chair and, of course, all your family and friends. Enjoy the great music and dance as you wish. Hot buttered popcorn, water and pop are available for purchase.The concerts are…
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Early deadline for July 2 edition
Due to an adjustment in the printing schedule, the July 2 edition of The Independent will go to press Monday, June 29.
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Sports
Prout places second at state
Sophomore Reegan Prout of Standish-Sterling Central High School placed second in 300-meter hurdles in state with a personal best time of 44.76.SSC athletes competed at the state track and field meet May 30 at Kent City High School.Prout ran the 4×100 relay with junior Jolena Raymer, freshman Livia Plachta, senior Ava Walker, 51.45. Walker got…