Waves sweep 57-year-old off of South Haven pier
A 57-year-old man reported to be from out-of-state escaped with his life when waves swept him off the Lake Michigan south pier in South Haven on Friday evening.South Haven Area Emergency Services (SHAES) and South Haven Police Department responded to…
South Haven hires Beach Safety Manager and Chief Lifeguard
By James Windell When the South Haven City Council voted to move forward to create a lifeguard program that would begin by Memorial Day, 2026, it was clear that in order to actually have lifeguards on duty this summer a…
Stein retires from South Haven Memorial Library Board
By James Windell When Jean Stein thinks about her 33 years on the South Haven Memorial Library Board, she can’t help but reminisce about how the library has been through rough times.“We’re in really good shape now,” Stein says as…
Village of Paw Paw pays tribute to its volunteers
By Paul GarrodStaff Writernews4garrod@gmail.com PAW PAW – A Volunteer Recognition Night was held Tuesday, March 10, at St. Julian Winery’s Apollo Banquet Hall, where the Village of Paw Paw paid tribute to volunteers who had served on boards, commissions or…
Congressional Medal of Honor recipient visits Paw Paw Middle School
In an all-school assembly on Tuesday, March 10, students at Paw Paw Middle School had the rare opportunity to hear a message from Congressional Medal of Honor recipient, James C. McCloughan. Born and raised in Van Buren County, Specialist Five…
Multiple crashes reported late Monday along stretch of I-94, causing westbound shutdown
VAN BUREN COUNTY – On Monday, March 16, at approximately 5:45 p.m., Van Buren County Dispatch began receiving multiple 911 calls reporting numerous traffic crashes along westbound Interstate-94 near the 56-mile marker, according to a press release from the Van…
Mike’s Musings: Speculators, not war are driving gas prices higher
Every time Americans pull up to the pump, they’re told the same story: gas prices are high because of global supply problems, geopolitical tensions, or refinery issues. Those factors certainly play a role. For instance the war with Iran has…
Hocter, Burns win state wrestling individual titles
B Jeff Steers Contributing Writer Local wrestlers Austyn Hocter of Hanover-Horton and Wyatt Burns of Springport high schools won MHSAA state individual wrestling titles Saturday at Ford Field in Detroit. They did it in different fashions. Hocter dominated his match…
Third suspect arraigned in Anthony Owens murder case
By KATHRYN PALON Contributing Writer Jackson County Prosecuting Attorney Kelsey A. Guernsey said Dion Jamel Flowers Jr. was arraigned March 9, before District Court Magistrate Jake Dickerson on charges of open murder, three counts of assault with intent to murder…
Albion Town Hall Maps Out Busy Season of Street Reconstruction
By Maggie LaNoue Contributing Writer Residents filled the meeting room at Marshall Opportunity High School on March 5 for a Town Hall meeting that outlined four major street projects, utility upgrades, and expected detours across Albion during the coming construction…
Albion Public Works Update Brings Practical Answers — and Some Humor
By Maggie LaNoue Questions about roads and underground utilities took up much of Albion’s March 5 Town Hall meeting, but one of the liveliest portions of the evening came when local officials turned to everyday concerns residents notice first: leaves,…
Four arrested, two sought in Hanover Horton armed robbery
By KATHRYN PALON Contributing Writer Four suspects have been arrested in connection with a Feb. 24 armed robbery in Hanover Horton, and authorities are asking for the public’s help in locating two others who remain at large, the Jackson County…
Colon wins first-ever boys’ basketball regional title
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director MARCELLUS — Fans of the Colon Magi could feel that history was happening with every shot taken in the last few minutes of Thursday night’s MHSAA Division 4 boys’ basketball regional finals game against Battle Creek…
Colon boys eliminated in close state quarterfinals match by Concord
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director PORTAGE — It has been a historic year for Colon’s boys’ basketball team, reaching the state rounds for the first-time ever as a program.However, it came to an end in Portage Tuesday night, as the Magi…
Out and About: Outgrowing life, Daylight Saving, and babies
“The sun himself is weak when he first rises, and gathers strength and courage as the day gets on.” -Charles DickensSix Signs You Are Outgrowing Your Life
‘An experience that you don’t ever want to live’ Three Rivers devastated by weekend tornado
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — A severe storm that produced a strong tornado swept through Three Rivers Friday night, causing severe damage to multiple houses and businesses.Three Rivers, Fabius Township, and areas east and northeast of Three Rivers…
‘Art Around Town’ auction underway Entry period for new selections opens April 1
Sturgis DDA is auctioning works from 2025 “Art Around Town.”The auction is part of “Winter Wine Down,” which takes place 5:30-9 p.m. March 20.Online bidding is accessible at bit.ly/40QLrDM. Artwork also is displayed at Open Door Gallery.“Winter Wine Down” features…
Sturgis happenings
MARCHMarch 16Sturgis Public Schools Board of Education meeting, 5:30 p.m., Sturgis Central Commons.March 17St. Joseph County Commission meeting, 5 p.m., historic courthouse, third floor. Some exceptions to schedule may apply. Eastwood fourth grade group A concert, 7 p.m., Sturges-Young Center for the Arts.March…
Dr. Seuss party draws more than 200
More than 220 people attended “Dr. Seuss Birthday Party” on March 6 at Sturgis District Library.Children gathered to hear readings of popular Seuss books by Madison Pueschel and Julia Johnson, and participated in games and contests.Pueschel, special education teacher at…
