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‘No Kings’ rally in Sturgis focuses on voter participation
A “No Kings” rally was held Oct. 17 at Memorial Park in Sturgis. It was part of a push, in Michigan and nationwide, intended to promote voter participation. Kay Davis,…
Wickey: Perez ‘has done enough damage to the city’
Mayor calls backlash by fellow commissioners a ‘circus’ During the comment segment at Sturgis City Commission’s Oct. 14 meeting, Precinct 2 commissioner Justin Wickey released a statement urging mayor Frank…
Prost! Another Successful Oktoberfest
By Wendy Colsen Bratwurst and beer lovers came out in full force last weekend to enjoy the gorgeous weather and Oktoberfest celebrations in downtown Douglas.Sponsored by CommUNITY PRIDE, the event…
Plainwell Public Safety earns state accreditation
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor PLAINWELL—Years of work reviewing policies, documenting practices and meeting professional standards have paid off for the Plainwell Department of Public Safety.And Public Safety Director Kevin Callahan…
Alarm at Otsego Middle School prompts response
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor OTSEGO— Firefighters responded to Otsego Middle School Wednesday, Oct. 7, just 16 days after a fire damaged Dix Street Elementary School.This time, the situation proved to…
Sports
Saugatuck falls to Martin
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor MARTIN—Saugatuck got off to a strong start in its volleyball match against Martin Tuesday, Oct. 6, taking the opening set.But the Clippers had an answer.Martin won…
Otsego girls golf earns third straight trip to finals
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor WILLIAMSTON—Getting to the state finals has become familiar territory for the Otsego girls golf team.But the Bulldogs aren’t satisfied with simply making the trip.After finishing second…
Allegan tennis punches ticket to Division 4 State Finals
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor Carson Woodhams and Oliver Burnett knew they were playing for a regional championship.What they didn’t know was that Allegan’s trip to the state finals was riding…
Paw Paw soccer wins 6-0
By John RaffelCorrespondent PAW PAW — The Paw Paw Red Wolves soccer team hosted Buchanan on senior night and won 6-0.“The boys came out on the attack lead by seniors…
Shamrocks stun Chieftains 29-28 to stay unbeaten!
Shamrock quarterback Braelin Hurst avoids a Chieftain defender with an assist from offensive lineman Demont Halliburton. The Berrien Springs High School varsity Shamrocks, coached by Ben Iliff, erased a 14-point…
Columns
Life as Performance Art
The writer, commentator, and social critic, Fran Lebowitz is something of an acquired taste, best taken in small doses. She is a fascinating person, controversial, sarcastic, and not afraid…
Mike’s Musings: Public office should come with an expiration date
At some point, a politician ought to look at a long record of public service, feel proud of what he accomplished and make room for someone else.Chuck Grassley has reached…
“BCCD, IPPS, BCHA”
By Tom Kimmel We are taking a brief break from the Carbon Dioxide article serial to talk about various clubs, organizations, and other voluntary events that I attend and enjoy….
A Different Perspective: Do We Want a New Michigan Constitution? Vote on November 3
All of us “Michigander” voters should consider our upcoming election carefully for multiple reasons and races. When I receive my ballot, however, the first thing I plan to do is…
The Past Is Always Present
By Brian E. Strayer True Blue What kind of friends do you like to surround yourself with? If you were to choose a color to symbolize their friendship, which one…
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Life as Performance Art
Did you feel the pinch from the latest round of spikes in the price of gasoline? You’re not alone. Or, maybe it is not as much of a pinch…
Escapade parade marches through Lawton
The fourth annual Fall Escapade Parade was held in Lawton on Sunday, Oct. 4. Parade lineup began at the old Lawton middle school parking lot, located at Nursery Street, between…
Dix Street students return to class at temporary Allegan home
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor Nine days after a fire forced the closure of Otsego’s Dix Street Elementary, students were scheduled to return to the classroom Wednesday, Sept. 30.It just wasn’t…
Skeleton displays bring Halloween fun to Plainwell neighborhood
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor PLAINWELL—If you like what the skeletons are doing at Wendy Johnson’s Plainwell house, make sure you enjoy it while you can.In a couple of days, they’ll…
Demolition would cost millions of dollars future of former Berrien General Hospital property remains uncertain
By Debra Haight J-E Correspondent Recent action by the Berrien County Commissioners has made the future of the former Berrien General Hospital property even more uncertain. The hospital building on…