Paw Paw softball falls one win shy of state title

Paw Paw softball falls one win shy of state title

Editorial StaffJun 18, 20252 min read

By John RaffelCorrespondent EAST LANSING — Paw Paw’s softball team was hopeful of one more dramatic comeback win when it played Richmond for the Division 3 state championship on June 14 at Michigan State University.But the Wolves were unable to…

State Police investigate shooting, minor injuries to victim, suspect arrested

Editorial StaffJun 18, 20251 min read

By Paul GarrodStaff Writernews4garrod@gmail.com PAW PAW – Paw Paw post troopers are investigating a shooting where a 33-year-old Paw Paw man was shot and treated at the scene for minor injuries, Tuesday night, June 10, in Antwerp Township, according to…

Fatal crash claims life of Lawton woman

Editorial StaffJun 18, 20251 min read

By Paul GarrodStaff Writernews4garrod@gmail.com ANTWERP TWP. – A 64-year-old Lawton woman was killed Thursday afternoon, June 12, in a two-vehicle traffic crash in Antwerp Township, according to a press release from the Van Buren County Sheriff’s office.Van Buren County Sheriff…

Mroczek named Miss Michigan 4th Runner Up

Mroczek named Miss Michigan 4th Runner Up

Editorial StaffJun 18, 20251 min read

Lauren Mroczek of Mattawan, Miss Greater Kalamazoo, was named 4th Runner Up to Miss Michigan during the 86th annual Miss Michigan Scholarship Competition on Saturday, June 14, held at the Frauenthal Center in downtown Muskegon. As Miss Greater Kalamazoo, Lauren…

Mike’s Musings: Moving woes, why do I keep doing it?

Mike’s Musings: Moving woes, why do I keep doing it?

Editorial StaffJun 18, 20253 min read

For some reason I feel the need to move from one house to another, or one office to another, every few years. This time my fiancé and I, decided to move from our condo to a house on an acre…

Red Wolves rally for quarterfinal win

Editorial StaffJun 18, 20252 min read

By John RaffelCorrespondent PAW PAW — While the state semifinal win for Paw Paw’s softball team was dramatic on June 12 with Elizabeth Vanderburg’s walkoff home run, the quarterfinal victory two days prior didn’t lack for drama either.Vanderburg hit two…

High school golf for AR June 13 2025

High school golf for AR June 13 2025

Editorial StaffJun 13, 20252 min read

The “drought” is over for Lumen Christi Catholic High School boys’ golf. Lumen Christi won its 16th state title in golf – all coached by Dave Swartout – with a two-day total of 626 at The Meadows Golf Course on…

Joseph O’Rourke appears in court for May 16 shooting case

Joseph O’Rourke appears in court for May 16 shooting case

Editorial StaffJun 13, 20255 min read

By ELIZABETH FERSZT Contributing Writer Joseph O’Rourke appeared at a continued Preliminary Exam on Thursday June 12, before Hon. Allison Bates, in the 12th District Court. The original exam was adjourned on Friday June 6 due to a possible self-incrimination…

At the old dam site, Concord Mill Pond is shrinking away

At the old dam site, Concord Mill Pond is shrinking away

Editorial StaffJun 13, 20254 min read

By Ken Wyatt If this week’s events don’t mean the end of the Concord Mill Pond, they are a clear wake-up call: Fix the dam or lose the mill pond for good. Tuesday’s Concord Village Council meeting focused attention on…

Local bookstores stand the test of time

Local bookstores stand the test of time

Editorial StaffJun 13, 20256 min read

By Sylvia Benavidez The ease of access to the internet through electronic pads, smart phones, and computers gives bookstores a run for their money. Although local bookstore owners report the love of books is still alive and well even in…

TR baseball players earn All-Conference, All-District, All-Region honors

Editorial StaffJun 13, 20253 min read

By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — Several Three Rivers baseball standouts earned a collection of honors for conference, district and regional play.Six Wildcats earned All-Conference honors from the Wolverine Conference. Earning First-Team All-Conference were infielder Mason Awe and pitcher…

Out and About: Flag Day, blood drive, and language

Out and About: Flag Day, blood drive, and language

Editorial StaffJun 13, 20253 min read

This Saturday, June 14, is Flag Day. Every year, American Legion Post #170 gets together with the BPOE Lodge #1248 to celebrate Flag Day. This year the event will take place at the Elks Lodge at 4 PM. The Elks…

Sewer spill reported on Gleason Road First spill on Gleason since installation of bypass; bypass not involved

Editorial StaffJun 13, 20251 min read

By Robert TomlinsonNews Director FABIUS TWP. — Approximately 50,000 to 75,000 gallons of sewage were spilled from a force main in the 15000 block of Gleason Road in Fabius Township Tuesday.According to Constantine Village Manager Mark Honeysett, the spill was…

Superintendent receives highest-level rating, after performance evaluation by board of education

Superintendent receives highest-level rating, after performance evaluation by board of education

Editorial StaffJun 13, 20252 min read

By Dennis Volkert Following a closed session June 9, Sturgis Public Schools Board of Education gave superintendent Art Ebert a rating of “effective” in connection with his performance during the 2024-25 academic year.“Effective” is the highest rating in the evaluation…

Alldredge, Klever formally join public safety department

Alldredge, Klever formally join public safety department

Editorial StaffJun 13, 20251 min read

A swear-in session was held June 11 for two new members of Sturgis Department of Public Safety: firefighter Julian Alldredge and police officer Alexander Klever.Ryan Banaszak, director of public safety, led the presentation, with city clerk/treasurer Ken Rhodes conducting the…

Amendments to zoning ordinance approved by city commission

Editorial StaffJun 13, 20252 min read

By Dennis Volkert Sturgis City Commission on Wednesday approved amendments to two sections of the community’s zoning ordinance. One  revision pertains to updates to rules for color of roofing and siding to match between principal and accessory buildings. The other is connected to…

Roundup of happenings in the Sturgis area

Editorial StaffJun 13, 20252 min read

Recurring Sturgis Farmers Market, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. each Saturday through Sept. 27, Oak Lawn Park.  JuneJune 13“Comedy Night” with Craig Tornquiest, 7 p.m., Sturges-Young Center for the Arts; $5.Through June 14Book sale at Sturgis District Library, during regular library hours.…

The calm before the festival

The calm before the festival

Editorial StaffJun 13, 20251 min read

Pictured is a quiet midway at the Three Rivers Water Festival Wednesday, one day before the official opening of the annual festival Thursday. A number of rides and games are set up at the midway, which will be open all…

Grievance Comm., Davis finalizing settlement in discipline proceedings

Editorial StaffJun 13, 20253 min read

By Robert TomlinsonNews Director KALAMAZOO — A settlement in the proceedings against St. Joseph County Prosecutor Deborah Davis before the Michigan Attorney Discipline Board could happen soon. On June 3, the Attorney Discipline Board granted a stipulation to adjourn what…

Clare golfer ties for sixth at state

Editorial StaffJun 13, 20251 min read

By John RaffelCorrespondent CLARE — Bryce Wieferich competed in the MHSAA D3 Golf Finals at the Meadows at Grand Valley State University on June 6-7.On Friday, Wieferich had a 75, placing him in eighth in the field of 108 golfers.Wieferich…

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August 27-30, 10 am - 5 pm (Part II September 17-19)
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Antique furniture (some special finds!), Hoosier Cabinets, Wonderful dressers, Beds, Desks, Lamps, Wicker, Trunks, etc. Women’s Vintage Clothing, Fur Coats, Boots, Linens, Large Quilt Collection, Jewelry, Pocket Watches, Clocks, Nice Pottery, Comic Books, Huge amount of DVDs & CDs, extensive collection of Vintage Christmas, Patio and Garden Accents, Old Toys (many wind-up). Too much stuff to list! Over 60 years of accumulation! The Best Antique Sale we have ever seen! “Dealers, don’t miss this sale!”

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