Albion City Council approves Cass Street project and leaf equipment purchase
By MAGGIE LANOUE Contributing Writer Albion City Council met Monday evening, Oct. 20 at the Marshall Opportunity High School Auditorium, 225 East Watson Street. The larger venue gave residents room to attend, though only a few people were present. The…
Large attendance for No Kings March held for first time in Albion while Moral Monday continues strong
By SYLVIA BENAVIDEZ Contributing Writer Moral Monday protests in Albion continue even as many of the Monday protesters attended Saturday’s No King Kings rally in the city. Up to 45 people in the public area in front of the Albion…
Out and About: Fundraisers, the Navy, and new inventions
“One’s destination is never a place, but a new way of seeing things.” -Henry MillerIf you didn’t make it to the American Legion on October 11, you missed a fantastic Burger Night fundraiser, thanks to Molly and T.J. from Mr.…
City Commission conducts first review of proposed recycling ordinance
By Dennis Volkert Sturgis City Commission on Wednesday conducted a first reading of a proposed recycling ordinance. The board approved the initial reading by a 7-2 vote, with mayor Frank Perez and commissioner Marvin Smith voting no. A second reading is…
Final meeting for city controller Keyser
Holly Keyser, controller for the city of Sturgis, attended her final commission meeting Oct. 22, and will retire Oct. 31.Keyser has worked for the city for the past 17 years.“I am happy to be part of the community, and looking…
Hundreds attend ‘No Kings’ protest in Centreville
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director CENTREVILLE — The lawn of the historic courthouse in Centreville was the site of one of thousands of nationwide “No Kings” protests against the policies and actions of President Donald Trump’s second term.Organizers of Saturday’s two-hour…
Election Preview 2025: SJC voters to decide on 911 millage renewal, reduction in November election
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director CENTREVILLE — It’s not often you hear of a governmental entity asking voters to decide on an operating millage renewal that comes with a reduction in said millage. However, that is what St. Joseph County’s 911/Central…
Clare boy runners take second place
By John RaffelCorrespondent CLARE — Clare’s cross country boys team was second and the girls were fifth in the Northern Michigan Meet of Champions at Cadillac on Saturday.Alpena won the Division 1 and 2 boys race at 41, while Clare…
Rising country star to perform in downtown Clare
By ChristopherJohnson Later tonight, The Trap Door will welcome local country singer Justin Judge to perform for a downtown audience from 7 PM to 9 PM.For those unfamiliar with Justin’s story, it’s a rather incredible one. Born and raised in…
May I Walk with You? PRIEST/MINISTER BASHING
Recently I was with a group of friends having a few drinks and great conversation when things went south in a hurry. For just a few minutes, the conversation turned toward the discussion of ministers who had abused children. That…
Clare area set to host “Spooktacular” seasonal events
By Lindsey Ashley As the Halloween season draws nearer, the city of Clare has begun to publicize its extensive seasonal activities. The city of Clare’s official trick-or-treating hours will take place next Friday on Halloween from 6 to 8 PM.…
HCS bond request doesn’t raise millage but helps maintain facilities
By Genine Hopkins With many Michiganders on board to end property taxes in the midterms next year, it would be prudent to go over the upcoming Harrison Community Schools’ request for a Millage approval in two weeks on November 4th.…
Pier Cove Park ribbon-cutting Nov. 1
By Scott Sullivan Editor Ganges Township will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its newly-enhanced Pier Cove Park Saturday, Nov. 1 at 1 p.m. All are welcome. The township — with help from a $266,000 Michigan Department of Natural Resources Trust…
Roy Davis: Homeless in Saugatuck
By Scott Sullivan Editor Roy Davis, 59, has “come home” to Saugatuck with no home. He has lived in Wicks Park since July, making do with a sleeping bag, ice-fishing tent, propane heater and clothes on his back. We spoke…
Saugatuck volleyball suffers losses to Allegan, Galesburg-Augusta
By Jason WesseldykSports EditorA standout performance from Camdyn Drozd helped carry the Allegan volleyball team to a 25-21, 25-11, 25-17 win over host Saugatuck on Thursday, Oct. 16.Drozd racked up 12 kills and 13 digs, both of which led Allegan.Emma…
‘Spooktacular’ Halloween on tap
By Scott SullivanEditorIt’s time for the best spooky fun of the season as Saugatuck-Douglas celebrates Halloween early this this week.What better place to start than at Dykstra Funeral Home Thursday, Oct. 23 for “Evening at the Parlor” exploring the history…
Blue Star
By Scott SullivanEditorOctopus UpdateLetter writer Barbara King rightly takes me to task for making light of Detroit Red Wings fans flinging dead octopi on the hockey rink ice to celebrate playoff wins.Last week’s column recounts how the tradition started in…
OHS drumline participates in W. Michigan Drum Bash
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor BYRON CENTER—Earlier this month, the Annual West Michigan Drum Bash took place at Byron Center High School.Among eight high school drumlines invited to participate in this prestigious event? None other than Otsego High School.“It was an…
