A new dining spot in downtown Lyons

Rema Escobar and Faten Sweidan operate Faten’s Lyons Den at 117 N. Adrian St. in Lyons, Ohio.
Rema Escobar and Faten Sweidan operate Faten’s Lyons Den at 117 N. Adrian St. in Lyons, Ohio.

LYONS, Ohio — When longtime restaurateur Faten Sweidan walked through the former K’s Fine Food and Drink last year, she was just looking to buy some equipment.

She ended up buying the restaurant. And now, downtown Lyons has a new option for anyone who’s looking for a good meal.

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Morenci schools seek bond issue to pay for facility improvements

A bond issue for Morenci Area Schools will go before voters on May 6.
A bond issue for Morenci Area Schools will go before voters on May 6.

MORENCI — The Morenci school district is asking voters to extend the district’s current bond levy out for a maximum of 30 years. The extension would raise $17.4 million to pay for upgrades at both the elementary and middle/high school buildings.

The bond proposal will go before voters on May 6. All district residents, regardless of whether they live in the city or a township, will vote at Morenci City Hall.

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Morenci sophomore Gracie Snead makes a name for herself in powerlifting

Morenci High School sophomore Gracie Snead, pictured in the high school weight room, recently won the Michigan High School Powerlifting Association’s JV state meet, followed by a national title. (Photo by Ryan McDowell)
Morenci High School sophomore Gracie Snead, pictured in the high school weight room, recently won the Michigan High School Powerlifting Association’s JV state meet, followed by a national title. (Photo by Ryan McDowell)

MORENCI — Morenci sophomore powerlifter Gracie Snead is stacking more than just weight plates — she’s stacking championships.

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Stephenson Park work should wrap up in May

Work on Stephenson Park, which began in October, is expected to be finished sometime in May.
Work on Stephenson Park, which began in October, is expected to be finished sometime in May.

MORENCI — Improvements to Stephenson Park, a few blocks south of downtown Morenci, are on track to be completed sometime in May.

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Depleted, not defeated: Girls track and field preview

Back row: Coach Andi Rorick, Becca Cox, Emma Williams, Paige Cousino, Tessa Zuvers, Emily Zuvers, Ava Alcock, coach Jonathan Boesger. Front row: Rachel Meadows, Zoey Martinez, Lillian Harsh, Makayla Nieman, Jayla McCowen, Shiana Johns.
Back row: Coach Andi Rorick, Becca Cox, Emma Williams, Paige Cousino, Tessa Zuvers, Emily Zuvers, Ava Alcock, coach Jonathan Boesger. Front row: Rachel Meadows, Zoey Martinez, Lillian Harsh, Makayla Nieman, Jayla McCowen, Shiana Johns.

MORENCI — The 2025 varsity girls track and field team will rely heavily on individual performances this year changing pace from the relay strength of its 2024 version. 

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Small numbers, big talent: Boys track and field preview

Back row: Assistant coach Brodie Pike, Kylan Lester, Anil Guler, Wyatt Berger, Beau Shaffer, Danilo Goranovic, Brennen Harsh, Van Ekins, and coach Jonathan Boesger. Front row: Jaloladdin Rahimov, Ishmam Choudhury, Briar Price, David Bauer, Kevin Kaufman, Zach Martinez, and Michael Rising.
Back row: Assistant coach Brodie Pike, Kylan Lester, Anil Guler, Wyatt Berger, Beau Shaffer, Danilo Goranovic, Brennen Harsh, Van Ekins, and coach Jonathan Boesger. Front row: Jaloladdin Rahimov, Ishmam Choudhury, Briar Price, David Bauer, Kevin Kaufman, Zach Martinez, and Michael Rising.

MORENCI — The 2025 varsity boys track and field team will once again battle low numbers this spring, but still has enough potential to shine.  

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A season of change for Morenci baseball

Standing: Assistant coach Brad Moran, Drew Joughin, Jonas Castillo, Paul Bongiorno, Aiden Williams, Marcus Golban, Alex Lauffer, Christopher Hoffman, Avery Kaiser, Gabriel Pospisil, Zach Stevens, Harrison Sarnac, coach Matt Enders, and manager Lynden Sarnac. Front row: Blake Moran, Talan Kruse, Skyler Trent, Evan Gould, Finn Molitierno, Collin Blaker, and Wyatt Stevens.

MORENCI — Spring has sprung and Morenci’s varsity baseball team is rife with anticipation for the season that lies ahead. The Bulldogs welcome a new head coach, a larger roster and 12 additional games from just a year ago.

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