Obituary: David P. Bowers
David P. Bowers, born on June 23, 1944, in Howell, Michigan, lived a life marked by his generosity, friendly demeanor, and his wonderful sense of humor that touched the lives of his family, friends, and all those who had the…
Obituary: Maxine Garver Warner
Maxine Garver Warner, age 76, of Farwell left this world on September 28, 2024 to go home to see her earthly father whom she missed dearly, and her Heavenly Father who we know welcomed her with open arms. Maxine was…
Obituary: Terry Philip Cline
Terry Philip Cline, age 71, of Lake, passed away on Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at home under the care of Heartland Hospice. Per Terry’s wishes cremation has taken place. Terry was born on October 12, 1952, in Detroit, son of…
Obituary: Johnny Mac White
If you needed anything- You knew you could call Johnny Mac. There is not a thing he wouldn’t do for friends, family, or strangers alike. If you ever messed up you knew he’d be there to pick up the pieces…
May I Walk with You? COMMANDMENT NUMBER III
“Remember to keep holy the Lord’s Day.” One doesn’t have to look far torecognize that some of American culture no longer practices keeping Sunday as a day for God, family, and rest. In the past things were different. Many remember…
Pat’s Bits and Pieces: You can sure tell it is October in an election year
I’ll bet you thought I was going to write about fall color… well not quite yet, although it is getting a little more colorful out there.Surprisingly the fall color level is just about the same here as it is up…
Folks celebrate history on Old Fashion Day
By David Hutchinson The Clare County Historical Society held its annual Old Fashion Day celebration at the History Park on Saturday, September 28. It was estimated that over 200 people visited the park, five miles north and one mile east…
Dog Park coming to Hayes Township
By Genine Hopkins Bob Dodson has taken his role as the new Director at the Clare County Animal Shelter and hit the road running. Currently, he is helping coordinate the construction of a dog park next to the Animal Shelter…
Suspicious death still under investigation
By Pat MaurerCorrespondent The Clare County Sheriff’s Office began an investigation September 3rd into a “suspicious death” near the 10,000 block of East Forrest Road in Franklin Township, a release this week said.What has not been released is any details…
Douglas plans Water Street work
Douglas plans to close one lane of Water Street for bit valley gutter curb replacement Thursday, Oct. 3, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. The city Sept. 25 announce it has hired Bruce’s Blacktop to pave about 450 feet of…
Saugatuck to retop asphalt streets
Saugatuck city will conduct two to three weeks of asphalt repairs starting Monday, Oct. 7, the city announced last week. Receiving new topcoats will be: • Francis Street from Water to Butler streets and from Holland to Elizabeth streets; •…
Write in school board votes Nov. 5
Voters for Saugatuck Public Schools board seats will have to write in candidates’ names during the general election Nov. 5. The district will have five seats available: four for four-year terms ending Dec. 31, 2028; and one two-partial seat ending…
Saugatuck soccer performs well
By Jason WesseldykSports EditorThe unbeaten streak reached four games for the Saugatuck boys soccer team thanks to a 7-0 road win over Bridgman on Monday, Sept. 30.That marked the second straight game in which the Trailblazers scored seven goals, as…
Obituary: Duane Newmeyer
Duane Newmeyer of Saugatuck, born Aug. 13, 1932, passed away peacefully at his home on Sept. 29, 2024. Duane was preceded in death by his parents Raymond and Cora Newmeyer and his life partner of 53 years Erwin Musloff. Surviving…
Bumper crop
What a year it has been for apples! Crane Orchards’ U-Pick options on M-89 west of Fennville have been bustling during sunny and pleasant early-fall afternoons. (Photo by Scott Sullivan)
Blue Star
By Scott SullivanEditorLossWe’re not out of the woods on bird flu. Nor sky either. The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development warns although deaths are down, we cannot relax our vigilance.MDARD Director Tim Boring says Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza…
Douglas drain work won’t come cheap
By Scott SullivanEditorDouglas is seeking ways to meet costs to repair the Warnock Drain under Ferry Street, closed between West Shore Drive and Campbell Street since Aug. 2, and maintain its remaining four miles that run through town.City manager Lisa…
White out, city council seeks to fill empty seat
By Scott SullivanEditorFirst-year Saugatuck city councilman Logan White’s Sept. 23 resignation because he had bought a new home in Holland left peers seeking a replacement for the remainder of his two-year term.It comes at an interesting time, with a Nov.…
Plainwell schools asks voters to approve bond
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor A new preschool building and new gyms for two elementary schools.Those are among the main items included in a bond proposal that Plainwell Community Schools officials hope voters will pass in the November election.This marks the…
Otsego Band Invitational takes center stage
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor The annual Otsego Band Invitational is always a special event for Otsego High School/Middle School band director Mitch Piersma.This year’s edition—which was the 39th and took place on Saturday, Sept. 28—was even more so.That’s because when…
