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It’s time again for Wilcox Newspapers’ Annual Christmas Wish Program. For the next few weeks, we are asking readers that find themselves or their family in a dire situation to write us, and in detail, tell us what you or your family would like to make Christmas a happy occasion. Inflation has caused a financial burden for many local families. The price of living essentials such as eggs, bread, gas etc. have put huge dents in our pocketbooks. More and more families are seeking financial help to simply feed and house their loved ones. That’s where this newspaper, with the help of area businesses and more fortunate individuals step forward. As we have in year’s past (actually 10 years and counting) Wilcox Newspapers provides monetary donations for those we deem in need. If you need help, we ask that you write a letter to us explaining exactly why. We prefer you email the letter to wilcoxnewspapers@gmail.com but if you don’t have access to email you can write us at PO Box 189, Allegan MI 49010. Read More –>
Latest News
Triemstra attends Google Champions of Education event
Otsego Public Schools director of technology Michelle Triemstra chats with other attendees at the Google Champions for Education Symposium in Dublin, Ireland. (Photo provided) By Jason WesseldykSports Editor An incredible experience.That’s how Otsego Public Schools director of technology Michelle Triemstra…
Plainwell schools collect donations for PVCP
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor In 1973, a group of like-minded individuals in the Plainwell area came together to create the Plainwell Volunteer Christmas Project.The goal of the project? To provide food items and gifts to families in need residing in…
Plainwell Middle Schoolrobotics teams perform well
The Plainwell Middle School robotic team The Chosen One is made up of (from left) Mia Williams, Bryce Stoffler and Tavi Rosati. (Photo provided) By Jason WesseldykSports Editor NAPOLEON—A pair of the Plainwell Robotics Club’s middle school teams made the…
Allegan’s parade inaugurates new streetscape
Something Sweet for You added to the candy barrage that excited kids of all ages. (Photo: G. Voss) The City of Allegan Water Department reminded onlookers that Santa loves fishing. (Photo: G. Voss) Santa’s arrival escalated the excitement as young…
4-H’s Liepe calls it quits after 45 years of service
Dian Liepe By Gari Voss 4-H has developed thousands of leaders, and one is Dian Liepe. Dian has a rich history with Michigan 4-H that began when she was a 4-H participant. What she experienced through her youth and teen…
Sports
Trailblazers come up short in season’s first two games
Bradley Moorer (right) contests a shot by Hopkins’ Micah Estelle. (Photo by Jason Wesseldyk) Saugatuck’s Carter Miller (center) and Russell VandePoel (1) provide defensive pressure in the Hopkins game. (Photo by Jason Wesseldyk) Saugatuck’s Matthew Hartgerink (left) looks for an…
Hopkins pulls away from Saugatuck with strong second half
Hopkins’ Micah Estelle (center) drives to the basket as Saugatuck’s Eli Janowiak (14) and Will Doucette (13) provide defensive pressure. (Photo by Jason Wesseldyk) By Jason WesseldykSports Editor HOPKINS—The first quarter of the season-opening boys’ basketball game between Saugatuck and…
Allegan boys bowling wins two matches
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor SOUTH HAVEN—The season is off to a strong start for the Allegan boys bowling team.Hosting Kalamazoo Christian at Lakeside Entertainment in South Haven on Monday, Dec. 4, the Tigers posted the 29-1 victory to improve to…
Chambers basketball gets promising start
Newcomer Madison Stanford takes the ball down the court for the Lady Rebels. Stanford’s ball handling skills have been very beneficial for Chambers so far this season. Photo by Kim Hines Five Rebel football players and two Chambers cheerleaders were…
Lawton boys open with win
By John RaffelCorrespondent LAWTON – Coach Matt Smith’s Lawton boys basketball team opened is season Monday with a 38-23 win over Marcellus. Lawton plays in the Southwestern Athletic Conference and last year finished the season at 14-11. “We completed the…
Columns
Maggie’s Pantry
By Maggie ConklinBeans, Beans ♪When you think of beans, you likely think of the common commercially-raised dried ones like black beans, pintos, great northern, navy and kidney beans.You might also think of fresh ones such as green string beans and…
Blue Star
By Scott SullivanEditorFire UpThe U.S. 131/M-60 cloverleaf a quarter-mile south of the Super 8 in 6 a.m. rain boasted arrows, signs and lane markers, all reflectorized.Wipers flapping and smearing water semicircles made glass before me math spaghetti. No glows were…
Life as Performance Art
A good friend once said that contentment was an act of radical defiance. That was interesting, and she went on to explain, “No one wants to be content. It’s like settling, like saying something is good enough or almost good. Worse, they’ve got…
Mike’s Musings: Time to say good riddance to UN
My progressive friends may “go bananas” over this thought, but I believe the U.S. should contemplate withdrawing from the United Nations.Yes, it is “radical” but what does this once very useful organization do for the U.S? I would argue it…
“Out and About” Christmas shopping, showering, and a holiday concert
Now that Thanksgiving is in the history books for this year, it’s time to get started on the Christmas shopping. Most of the time our shopping adventures go smoothly, but every so often, we hit a speed-bump and need to…
Obituaries
Obituary: Donald Eugene Drew
Donald Eugene Drew January 12, 1955 – November 28, 2023 Donald Eugene Drew, a man of quiet strength and humble spirit, passed away on the 28th of November 2023, at the age of 68. Born on January 12, 1955, Donald’s…
Obituary: Norman Bruce Pierson
Norman Bruce Pierson (age 84) April 22, 1939 – November 27, 2023 Norman Bruce Pierson was born on April 22, 1939, in Grand Rapids, Michigan to Neil & Lillian Pierson. Norm was the oldest of 4 boys (brothers Wrex, Thomas,…
Obituary: Ronald Owen Blake
Ronald Owen Blake, known affectionately as Ronald to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on November 30, 2023, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, at the age of 70. Born on October 9, 1953, in La Grange, Indiana, to the late Robert…
Obituary: Mr. Carmichael Silmon
Mr. Carmichael Silmon, 54 of Lafayette, AL passed away Monday, November 27, 2023.Public Visitation will be held on Saturday, December 2, 2023 from 1:00 PM until 6:00 PM CST at Silmon-Seroyer Funeral Home Chapel in Lafayette, AL.Funeral Services will be…
Obituary: Ms. Eleanor Pearson
Ms. Eleanor Pearson, 83, of Auburn (formerly of Milltown) died Monday, November 27, 2023, at her residence. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, December 2, 2023, at Vines Funeral Home Chapel at 1:00 p.m. (CST) with Rev. Douglas Jones…
