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We know the date of a burgeoning local holiday tradition.
The Canadian Pacific Kansas City Holiday Train will chug by Milan on the Norfolk Southern Railway late Nov. 22 or early Nov. 23.
The decorated and festive illuminated train makes stops for events and donation collections in Canada and the US, but it does not stop in Michigan. Still, over the years, it's become a tradition for Michigan residents to find a spot along the tracks and watch the train go by.
The train will be in Windsor, Ont., on Erie Street West and Janette Avenue around 5 p.m. This year Smash Mouth and JJ Wilde will perform in Windsor. Organizers will collect money and food for foodbanks.
The train will take the rail tunnel to Detroit, go through customs, and then begin the trek along the US rail. It's often said the train could come by Milan as early as 10 p.m., but last year it rode past Milan at 12:55 p.m.
For more information visit Holiday Train.
I have to commend the Saline City manager and engineer for keeping their cool and for their professionalism during the three hour Mill Pond Dam town hall meeting.
I think what's insulting is that the city is bloating the numbers to bolster their case.
Logically, the dam has no practical use. Of course, it's going to cost more. Of course, there's a level of risk there. Of course, over some period of time, it's going to cost more to maintain than a stream.
Life cycle cost analysis is certainly appropriate when considering new assets, but it may not be as appropriate when evaluating existing assets.
Moderate rain, with a high of 42 and low of 30 degrees. Overcast during the morning, partly cloudy in the afternoon and evening, light freezing rain overnight.