Obituary: Rick Dutkiewicz
Rick Dutkiewicz, 70Richard (Rick) Joseph DutkiewiczRick Dutkiewicz, a man who touched countless lives with his extraordinary gift and love of music, passed away peacefully at the age of 70 on August 28, 2024, at his home in Allegan, Michigan.Rick was…
Life as Performance Art
Dr Lucy Pollock just published a new book: The Golden Rule: Lessons in Living from a Doctor of Ageing, Perhaps the most important of her rules is the most basic, “Do not work in a nursing home if you cannot…
New Allegan Elementary Campus progresses
By Gari Voss The Allegan Public Schools Bond Proposal that the voters passed on May 4, 2021, has been bringing changes across the district. The $87.5 million did not increase homeowners’ millage, but it did enable the school district to…
Allegan County Fair brings fairgrounds to life
Allegan County Fair brings fairgrounds to lifeBy Gari Voss The 172nd Allegan County Fair flings wide its gates to the public on Friday, September 6, 2024, at 1pm. Animal barns are filling, handcrafted items are being displayed, the Skerbeck Carnival…
No. 1 Rebels down the No. 2 Eagles 36-7
By Katie McElvy The Chambers Academy Rebels traveled to Mississippi to face the Starkville Academy Volunteers on Friday to open the 2024 season for the Rebels.The game started well for Chambers as Eli Whorton and Gabe Bridges sacked the Vol…
Mike’s Musings: Stories that tickle your funny bone
Once in a while, when I have no other topic that peeks my interest, I like to scan stories I find interesting in other media. Here’s what my latest look see from stories I found to be odd, but interesting.Headline-…
LHS students show their spirit
By John BriceCorrespondent Local residents and members of the media were left hanging by a City of LaFayette council meeting which had been scheduled for Tuesday, August 27th of 2024 that was canceled due to a lack of quorum with…
Valley Pharmacy owner denied access to PBM legislative meeting
By John BriceCorrespondent Members of the legislative study group assigned by Speaker of the House Nathaniel Ledbetter to research the plight of independent pharmacies in Alabama being driven out of business by industry middlemen known as Pharmacy Benefits Managers met…
Gobles volleyball coach happy with start
By John RaffelCorrespondent GOBLES – The Gobles varsity volleyball team is off to a great start this season according to coach Renee Rambadt.Their team of 10 consists of: seniors Elizabeth Woodard, Sasha Doll, Emma Schugars; Juniors – Kylee Killeen, Ellie…
The Pure Michigan Trail Town Challenge in South Haven
By Donald Talonen As the leaves begin to change and the crisp air of fall approaches, there’s no better time to set out on an adventure that celebrates the beauty of Michigan. South Haven offers more than just a beautiful…
41st annual Antique Engine and Tractor Show by the Michigan Flywheelers Museum
By Donald Talonen The 41st annual Antique Engine and Tractor Show, hosted by the Michigan Flywheelers Museum, will occur from September 5th to September 8th, 2024. As one of the largest events of its kind in Michigan, this show offers…
South Haven hires new Assistant City Manager
By Donald Talonen On August 28, the City of South Haven announced that Michael Landis will be taking on the role of Assistant City Manager starting September 3. Landis has a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice and a Master…
New Lawrence Township Emergency Services Chief hired
By Paul GarrodStaff Writer In a special meeting held Thursday, Aug. 29, the Lawrence Township Board heard recommendations from the hiring committee in a search for a new Lawrence Township emergency services fire chief.Following a discussion, in a unanimous decision,…
The Paw Paw Wine and Harvest Festival happening this weekend
By Donald Talonen Each year, the Paw Paw Wine & Harvest Festival takes place celebrating the tradition of grape growing and winemaking in the area. This longstanding event, held the weekend after Labor Day, offers a variety of activities for…
Driver hits house and garage following two vehicle accident
By Paul Garrod Van Buren County Sheriff Daniel Abbott reported that on Sept. 1, at 11:46 a.m., a Van Buren County Sheriff’s deputy was dispatched to a two-vehicle traffic accident with no injuries, however, one of the vehicles had crashed…
Obituary: Ray Duane Bonnell
Ray Duane Bonnell, 74, of Paw Paw, passed away Thursday, Aug. 29, 2024, at Bronson Methodist Hospital, Kalamazoo. He was born Feb. 13, 1950, in Chicago, the son of Ray Duane Bonnell and Loretta (Ricci) Bonnell.He grew up in Hinsdale,…
Obituary: Joseph Francis Robinson
Joseph Francis Robinson, 77, passed away Saturday August 24th at University of Michigan Hospital with the love of his life by his side. He was a longtime resident of Lawton, Michigan having served as their Chief of Police.Joe was born…
Walking the Beat in Albion
Festival raises money for instruments and lessons for children By KATHRYN PALON Contributing Writer Walk The Beat Albion 2024 was held on Saturday Aug. 24. The event featured 18 bands at nine different locations competing to win a professional recording…
Albion Farmer’s Market ends a little early this season, public notices a little too late
By Sylvia Benavidez From May to September on Wednesdays, Albion’s Farmer’s Market vendors in Stoffer Plaza offer the local community fresh produce and an opportunity to mingle with neighbors or visitors, but this year season will be cut a little…
A JSO ‘Salute to America’ … and small towns
(or Jackson Symphony’s ‘Salute to America’ and small-town delights) By Ken Wyatt Jackson Symphony Orchestra has officially launched its 75th concert season. It took place, however, not in its traditional Potter Center venue in Summit Township, but last weekend on…
