The Homer Index

01/16/2026

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Apply by January 31, 2026.
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If you own a small business in Jackson, Lenawee, or Hillsdale County, or are thinking about starting one, the LOCAL cohort may be for you!

Not sure which path fits you best? Simply complete the application, and our team will help guide you to the right resources.

This is a truly life-changing opportunity for you and your business or startup.

Applications are now open for the LOCAL Cohort 2026.

We are accepting participants for two 2026 cohorts:
• Jackson County
• Lenawee and Hillsdale Counties

LOCAL is a competitive program designed to support small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs.

• Just getting started?
• Growing and ready for the next level?
• Looking to scale, purchase equipment, or buy a building?

If you own a small business in Jackson, Lenawee, or Hillsdale County, or are thinking about starting one, the LOCAL cohort may be for you!

Not sure which path fits you best? Simply complete the application, and our team will help guide you to the right resources.

This is a truly life-changing opportunity for you and your business or startup.

Apply by January 31, 2026.

Apply or find out more https://hubs.la/Q03Y5k8l0

01/13/2026

🗞️ This week in The Index 🗞️

🌟 Chasing dreams - TSC graduate receives award, pursues firefighting, police career
🏛️ Village of Homer - Council votes to spend less on Main Street
🍞 Homer baker offers sweets and sourdough specialties
🎉 City of Litchfield - Annual outdoor festival set for this weekend will benefit local park

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🏢 City Office, ⛽ Sunoco & Johnny’s — Litchfield
⛽ RKOS Petro — Tekonsha

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01/06/2026

🗞️ This week in The Index 🗞️

⚙️ High quality - Welding courses offer potential for high return on investment
💡 Village of Homer - Streetlights and speaker system may be replaced
🏅 Homer Community Schools - HHS announces its 2026 Athletic Hall of Fame class
🌲 Village of Tekonsha - A portion of annual parks millage will fund decorations
🌍 HHS and LHS host foreign exchange students
❤️ Bariatric support group begins in Homer

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🏢 City Office, ⛽ Sunoco & Johnny’s — Litchfield
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🤝 Community Call to Action:
Have a news tip, upcoming event, human-interest story, or historical photo to share?
We love hearing from the community! Your input helps keep The Index truly local.

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12/30/2025

🗞️ This week in The Index 🗞️

🚒 In case of emergency - Tekonsha Fire Department hosts county fire academy
🏃 LCS announces matching funds for track project
🎮 HHS explores adding esports
🌳 2025's top story is Litchfield's new park
🎆 Have a safe and happy New Year's Eve!

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🏢 City Office, ⛽ Sunoco & Johnny’s — Litchfield
⛽ RKOS Petro — Tekonsha

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Have a news tip, upcoming event, human-interest story or historical photo to share?
We’d love to hear from you! Community input helps keep The Index truly local.

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12/24/2025

Merry Christmas Eve from The Index. May the light of this holy night bring peace and joy to every home. ⭐

12/23/2025

🗞️ This week in The Index

🎄 Check out local sights of the season and our special Christmas Section
🏫 HCS school board approves updates to physical plant
🏛️ Village of Tekonsha - President resigns, council now down by two members
📋 City of Litchfield - New committee assignments set by city council
🎓 HHS announces its December students of the month

📍 Find your copy at:
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🏢 City Office, ⛽ Sunoco & Johnny’s — Litchfield
⛽ RKOS Petro — Tekonsha

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12/16/2025

🗞️ This week in The Index 🗞️

🎅 Santa and Mrs. Claus visit with children at the Litchfield Fire Department pancake and sausage dinner!
🏘️ City of Litchfield - TIFA supports county-wide housing study
🌿 Homer Historical Society sets date for herb luncheon
🚒 Tekonsha's fire department adds ladder truck
⛪ Churches announce Christmas Eve services

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🏢 City Office, ⛽ Sunoco & Johnny’s in Litchfield
⛽ RKOS Petro in Tekonsha

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12/09/2025

🗞️ This week in The Index 🗞️

🎅 Annual visit - Santa and Mrs. Claus visit Tekonsha and Homer
🕯️ LCS remembers and pays tribute to Sidney Bills
💰 Village of Homer - Council approves fiscal year 2026 operating budget
🗳️ Village of Tekonsha - Council extends deadline for vacant trustee letters of interest to next week
🎟️ Tickets on sale now for 'Ladies Night Out' event, a Hogstravaganza fundraiser
❄️ Homer Elementary students enjoy sledding during recess
🎄 16 days until Christmas!

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🏢 City Office, ⛽ Sunoco & Johnny’s — Litchfield
⛽ RKOS Petro — Tekonsha

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🎄 Seasons Greetings:
Our Christmas Greeting section prints December 24!
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12/08/2025

🎄 Support Your Local Newspaper This Holiday Season!
As your local, nonprofit, independent newspaper The Index relies on the community to help keep local news alive.

✨ Please consider sharing a Christmas Greeting
Add a special message for friends, family or the community in our Christmas section printing December 24th.
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12/05/2025

🎄 Support Your Local Newspaper This Holiday Season! 🎄

As your local, nonprofit, independent newspaper The Index relies on the community to help keep local news alive. This year, we’re inviting you to support us in two meaningful ways:

✨ 1. Share a Christmas Greeting
Add a special message for friends, family or the community in our Christmas section printing December 24th.

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✨ 2. Give the Gift of Local News
A $40 annual subscription makes a thoughtful gift and helps ensure The Index continues to serve our readers for years to come.

📅 Please reach out by December 10th to participate in Christmas greeting section by:
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12/02/2025

🗞️ This week in The Index 🗞️

✨ It's golden - Irvin's Hardware of Homer celebrates fifty years of service
📊 Village of Tekonsha - Master plan survey results shared at monthly meeting
🏛️ City of Litchfield - Promotions and hiring complete city office transition
🎗️ HCS - Red Ribbon Week comes to Homer High School

📍 Find your copy at:
🛒 PS Foodmart, Johnny’s or The Index — Homer
🏢 City Office, ⛽ Sunoco & Johnny’s — Litchfield
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🎄 Community Call to Action:
Our Christmas Greeting section prints December 24!
Share a holiday message with friends, family, or the community —
1 column by 1 inch ads start at just $7, with lots of size and color options to choose from.
Help support your local newspaper and spread some holiday cheer!