The damaged historical marker was later found in the Shiawassee River by a kayaker and returned to the Grange.

The Burns Grange release indicates that the sign was not originally placed by the Grange, nor is it the service organization's responsibility to replace it.  "However, we feel that it should be replaced. We are hoping that the community will help to fund this project."

The total cost of replacing the marker and posts is expected to be $3,240.  Burns Grange hopes to raise the funds and get the sign ordered and reinstalled for viewing by summer.  After ordering, it will take up to 12 weeks to receive the new sign.

If you are interested in helping the Grange with this project, please send a check or money order to:

Peggy Johnston, Sec., Burns Grange #160, 404 S. Oak Street, Durand MI 48429 

Your contributions will be greatly appreciated.