Dr. Laurence Andrew LaGattuta April 29, 1930 – October 13, 2023 Dr. Laurence Andrew LaGattuta, “Larry,” passed away on October 13, 2023 at the age of 93. He stayed on the planet much longer than any of his family expected.…

Matthew Paul “Matt” Watkins July 10, 1996 – October 10, 2023 Matthew Paul “Matt” Watkins, age 27, of Allegan, Michigan, passed away on Tuesday, October 10, 2023.  Born July 10, 1996 in Kalamazoo, Michigan, he was the son of Jeffrey…

A giant goose makes its way down Main Street in Fennville on Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023, as part of the town’s annual Goose Festival. The parade was moved from its traditional Saturday slot to Sunday due to heavy rain. The…

By Gari Voss Many members of the Allegan area mourn the passing of Dr. Laurence (Larry) LaGattuta on October 13, 2023. By the age of 93, Dr. LaGattuta experienced more than most could imagine. After his birth in Antwerp, Belgium…

 On Friday Allegan County Health Department officials revealed a confirmed case of rabies in a bat within the county.No other details as to the precise location where this infected animal was located, when it was located, or whether there were…

By Scott SullivanStaff WriterThe nonprofit Wishbone Pet Rescue board apprised donors Oct. 12 it has agreed with Allegan County administrators to transition its 13-year management of the county animal shelter back into county hands. (See related letter on Page A8).As…

War is never pretty, but I certainly cannot fault Israel for engaging with Hamas after that terrorist organization slaughtered 1300 Jews and 32 Americans in a surprise attack September 14.I make the following observations:Do not equate Palestinians with Hamas. Hamas…

Since the dawn of civilization humans have wondered what happens after our heart stops and we quit breathing.What’s on the other side? The ancient Jewish Sadducees believed death was the end, i.e. dead is dead. Most people worldwide hold out…

By Jason WesseldykSports Editor After graduating from Otsego High School in 2017, Brooke Galloway earned her bachelor’s degree in communications from Central Michigan University and joined the workforce.A few years later, though, she began questioning her career path and started…

By Jason WesseldykSports Editor What do you want to be when you grow up?Children begin hearing that question—or some variation of it—at a young age. And with so many options available, it can seem a little overwhelming to some young…

Former resident, Keith N. Louden, age 81, of Jamestown, KY, passed away into the loving arms of his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, August 1, 2023 at 8:15 p.m. at Green Hill Rehab and Nursing Facility in Greensburg, KY with…

By Jason WesseldykSports Editor The winning ways continued for the Allegan girls swim & dive team.The Tigers remained undefeated in the SCC with a 104-78 win over Marshall on Tuesday, Oct. 3Maddie Antkoviak provided one of the highlights for Allegan,…

By Jason WesseldykSports Editor OTSEGO—Weather conditions were, to say the least, less than ideal for the annual gridiron grudge match between Otsego and Plainwell on Friday, Oct. 6.But not even the wet, windy, chilly conditions could put a damper on…

By Scott SullivanEditorAllegan County and 501c3 nonprofit Wishbone Pet Rescue are at business loggerheads how to continue a 12-year pact both agree has been successful.Both concede updates are needed to achieve the shared goal: a humane, financially-healthy shelter serving county…

APS Superintendent James Antoine is excited that construction will soon commence on the new elementary building. Photo by Rob Patin By Rob Patin Allegan Public Schools Communications DirectorAllegan Public Schools Superintendent James Antoine is excited to welcome the community to…

I been on this train for several years, but I refuse to get off. My elected representatives particularly in the U.S. Senate, are generally too old, and need to retire. In fact, I believe we should have a maximum age,…

OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA Telephones have perplexed me since I had to put my pointer finger into the rotary dial seven times instead of four as before. I had just learned to count to five; two more were a challenge.Since then…

By Jason WesseldykSports Editor PAW PAW—The final KVA girls golf jamboree of the season took place at Heritage Glen Golf Club on Thursday, Sept. 28.And with a score of 246, Allegan placed seventh to account for its best finish in…

Sharon (Sherry) Elaine Koehler Edris died at age 76.  Sherry was born in Herington, Kansas.  She graduated from Herington High School in 1964 as a member of the National Honor Society.  She attended Brown-Mackie School of Business in Salina, Kansas…

Gerald Benajah Boylan 48 years old.   October 26, 1974, to September 24, 2023 unexpectedly passed away. Benajah suffered from Seronegative Myasthenia Gravis and retired from TMD of Plainwell. He lived his live on his terms.  He leaves behind a devoted…