By Melissa Burnor
Could you “picture your business here?” or possibly in another location in the village of Blissfield. Local leaders are working to promote the growth of business within the community.

The word is out, “Blissfield is open for business,” Blissfield Main Street manager Patricia Rayl said.

With an apparent turn in the economy, possible credit opening and varied opportunities, community leaders are hoping that new and expanding businesses look at the Blissfield area to develop.

After a busy holiday season exposed the new Main Street manager to the expectations and types of events the village churns out, she is now putting on another hat. She is concentrating now on the role of business developer.

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Blissfield Township along with Blissfield Veterinary will conduct a rabies and dog license clinic from 1-2:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 26 at the Blissfield Township Office, 120 S. Lane Street.

The Clinic is open to all Lenawee County residents’ dogs.

Call 486-2626 with any questions, according to Nancy Cranor, township clerk.

By Chad Hutchinson

The Blissfield Athletic Boosters will host their second annual “Nite at the Races” Saturday, Jan. 19 at the Blissfield American Legion. The “Nite at the Races” event is an evening of real horse racing with those in attendance to place bets as if they were at the track.

Hot appetizers will be provided, as well as a cash bar, door prizes donated by local Blissfield businesses, and a 50-50 raffle. Doors will open at 6 p.m. with the first races starting at 7 p.m. Tickets will be $10 each and are available at the Blissfield athletic office or by contacting 517-486-4195. Tickets will also be available at the door that evening.

For the complete story, please see the Jan. 16, 2013, edition of the Advance. Copyright 2013, River Raisin Publications, Inc.