Plainwell Dept. of Public Safety assists on fatal accident
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor MARTIN—The Plainwell Department of Public Safety was among the agencies that responded to a fatal single-car crash in Martin Township on Saturday, Aug. 6.According to the Allegan County Sheriff’s Office, reports of a personal injury accident…
Conrad earns two third-place finishes at Zones
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor Elkhart, Ind.—The 14-U USA Swimming Central Zone Championships—held Aug. 4 to 7—featured some of the top youth swimmers from seven states.It was easily the biggest, most talent-laden meet in which Allegan 12-year-old Cadel Conrad had competed.But…
Obituary-Alice Louise Klaasen, 89
Alice Louise Klaasen, age 89, of Overisel, passed away on Saturday, August 6, 2022 at her home, with family by her side.Alice was a passionate and loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She was a member of Overisel Christian…
Obituary-Helen Lois (Gehring) Janes, 80
Helen Lois (Gehring) Janes12-2-1941 – 8-1-2022She passed away peacefully at her home with family by her side.Helen was born in Kendell, MI and was a life long resident in the Plainwell area.She was very dedicated to and involved with family,…
Tuesday’s vote sets slate for general election in November
By Gari Voss The Primary Election on Tuesday, August 2, 2022 established the Republican and Democrat candidates who will vie for seats on Tuesday, November 8, 2022. This Primary was extremely important for Republican candidates because so many of the…
Two people die in plane crash
By Paul GarrodStaff Writer SOUTH HAVEN – An airplane reported missing late Tuesday night, Aug. 2, was found early Wednesday morning Aug. 3, near the South Haven Regional Airport, from which it had taken off the day before. Both occupants,…
Proposals receive voter support with only Wayland Schools voted down
By Gari Voss The August 2, 2022 Primary Election included a slew of local renewal proposals focused on roads, waste reduction, fire equipment, and public transportation, plus the countywide request for senior citizen services.The Senior Citizen Services countywide request for…
Mike’s Musings-Why the difference in American, European foods?
In America, many of us suffer from a variety of illnesses and medical conditions. Many more of us are overweight and feed on a diet that includes too much junk food and cola. It is a shame that many of…
Life as a Performance Art
Mother may not have orig-inated the concept of Cancel Culture half a century ago, but when the occasion called for it she was aces. She did it quietly and judiciously.One time John Birch Socie-ty representative turned up at our door,…
Mike’s Musings: Big Oil… Soaking our Savings
Those of us who use more than a tank of gas on a weekly basis, have felt the doubling of gas prices in our pocketbook. What use to be a $40 fill-up is now $80 and if you own a…
Delaney Bush’s legacy honored with final Delaney’s Run
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor The fifth—and final—version of Delaney’s Run took place at Otsego High School’s West Campus on Saturday, July 23.Family members, friends and former classmates were among the dozens of people who showed up to honor the memory…
Fire at Gilkey Elementary appears to be intentionally set
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor A fire at Gilkey Elementary School in Plainwell appears to be a case of arson, according to officials from the Plainwell Department of Public Safety.Firefighters were dispatched to the school at approximately 7:58 p.m. on Tuesday,…
Lyrics on the Lawn returns to Otsego District Library
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor Lyrics on the Lawn is back.Following a two-year hiatus due to COVID, the popular free summer concert series is returning to the Otsego District Library on Thursdays in August. All shows start at 7 p.m.This year’s…
Allegan’s Bronkema records first hole in one
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor SAUGATUCK—With her round coming to an end at Clearbrook Golf Club on Monday, July 11, Zoe Bronkema admits that her level of concentration wasn’t quite where it usually is.“It was kind of a weird round,” said…
Logan Sweet found after three day search
The Michigan State Police announced that the body of 31-year-old Logan Thayer Sweet of Hamilton was located on Wednesday, July 27, 2022 at 3:22pm near 134th Avenue and 32nd Street in Monterey Township between Hamilton and Dorr. The preliminary investigation…
Blue-Green algae problem returns to Swan Lake
Tuesday, July 26, 2022, the Allegan County Health Department received a call that cyanobacteria bloom was detected near the beach at a campground on Swan Lake in Cheshire Township. Nicole Taubner, Sanitarian & Water Quality Specialist with ACHD, took samples…
Allegan abuzz with bevy of weekend events
Downtown Allegan was buzzing during the last weekend in July! From Hubbard to Brady to Locust to Trowbridge and along Water Streets businesses and community members were involved in a variety of activities.The festivities began on Thursday, July 28, 2022,…
Obituary: Robert Leon Leslie, 70
Robert Leon Leslie, 70 of Allegan, Michigan, reunited with his loving wife, Kim, on Sunday, July 10, 2022 with his family by his side. Born March 29, 1952 in Douglas, Michigan, he was the son of the late Earl and…
Life as a Performance Art
The toll road around Chicago had ground into a slow-moving parking lot, and my favorite uncle and I were caught in the middle of it. I was bored and restless, much as any youngster would be. Going to the railroad…
$40 billion without oversight? I think not
There is a different side to the Ukraine story than we’ve been told. Corruption has run rampant through the Ukrainian government ever since it gained independence from the former Soviet Union. One watchdog name Ukraine the second most corrupt nation…
