Marian E. Colborn, 84, of Cheshire Township, passed away Sunday, April 21, 2024 at Meadow Woods Nursing and Rehab Center, Bloomingdale. She was born May 21, 1939 in Alamo, the daughter of John and Ester (Maas) Kuiper, the youngest of 3. She attended Otsego Public Schools in the 1940’s and 50’s. She spent time in Read More…
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Former Allegan Aquatics Director sentenced to 7-15 years
By Jordan WilcoxAssistant Publisher Scott Simmons, the former Aquatics Director for Allegan Public Schools, will live the next 7-15 years behind bars, after pleading guilty to criminal sexual conduct with a student.On Monday, Judge Matt Antkoviak of the Allegan County Circuit Court sentenced him to serve between 85 months and 15 years in prison, with Read More…
Groups observe Earth Day
By Gari Voss The weekend of April 20, 2024, was rather brisk in temperature, but it did not stop Earth Day enthusiasts from participating in outdoor activities.Allegan Conservation District EventAt the new Allegan Conservation District facility on Taft Road, staff sold trees and bushes that would be planted by the new owners. Visitors were able Read More…
Chambers advances in baseball playoffs
By Katie McElvy Chambers Academy Baseball picked up a pair of wins to advance in the AISA Playoffs. They played a best of three series against the Hooper Academy Colts and won in convincing fashion, 14-3 and 10-2. The Rebels had a big first inning to start off the series. With bases loaded, Kyle Hand Read More…
Obituary: Mr. Horace “Bill” Hill
Mr. Horace “Bill” Hill, 89 of Lakeland, FL formerly of Camp Hill, AL passed away on Friday, April 5, 2024.Public Visitation will be held on Friday, April 19, 2024 from 2:00 PM CST until 6:00 PM CST at Silmon-Seroyer Funeral Home Chapel, Lafayette, AL.Mr. Hill will lie in state at the church one hour prior Read More…
Obituary: Barbara Adkins Smith
Barbara Adkins Smith, 87 years old, of Ridge Grove, Alabama, died Sunday, April 14, 2024, peacefully at her residence.Barbara was born in LaFayette on March 31, 1937, to the late Edwin and Ersa Adkins. She was a member of Center Baptist Church and retired from Vermont American.Graveside service will be held Thursday, April 18th, at Read More…
Earth Day celebrated at Health Center
By John BriceCorrespondent Volunteers from a variety of local organizations gathered at the Chambers County Health and Wellness Center to celebrate Earth Day during the morning hours of Saturday, April 20th of 2024. Alabama Cooperative Extension System Coordinator for Chambers County Rachel Snoddy was joined by OnMed Customer Service Director Michelle Morgan to welcome attendees Read More…
Council agrees to repair 2nd St. bridge
By John BriceCorrespondent The LaFayette City Council met on Monday, April 22nd of 2024 at the Chambers County Farmers Federation Agricultural Center at the ALFA building in LaFayette. In attendance were Mayor Kenneth Vines, Councilman Terry G. Mangram, Councilman Toney B. Thomas, Councilman Michael C. Ellis and Councilwoman Tammie B. Williams. Fire Chief James Doody, Read More…
Woman found dead after being hit by train
The Chambers County Sheriff’s Office released more details about the incident, where a woman was hit by a train in Cusseta.According to CCSO, the sheriff’s office received a report about a person, later identified as 41-year-old Donna Michelle Watkins from Valley, Alabama, being struck by a train around 10:48 a.m. on Thursday.After arriving on the Read More…
Obituary: Patricia Ann Price
Patricia Ann Price, passed away peacefully at her home in Lawton, MI, on April 7, 2024, at the age of 86. Pat, as she was affectionately known, was born on January 13, 1938, in Battle Creek, Michigan.Patricia’s life was marked by her boundless creativity and nurturing spirit. She was renowned for her exquisite crocheted blankets, Read More…