Life as Performance Art
For someone who is not a certified member of the Handyman’s Union and a complete all-thumbs fiasco in most do-it-yourself projects, I find myself having to make a stop at a hardware store a couple times a week. Especially in…
Lawton falls in district finals
By John RaffelCorrespondent LAWTON — Lawton’s football season came to an end in the second week off the playoffs with a 26-0 loss to Schoolcraft in Friday’s district title game.Lawton’s season ends at 7-4. Schoolcraft takes a 9-2 record into…
Mike’s Musings: The True Spirit of Christmas Lives in Helping Others
As the Christmas season approaches, the lights, music, and festive cheer remind us of joy, family, and tradition. But amid the celebration, it’s also a time to remember what this season truly represents — compassion, generosity, and community. For many…
Mayor Annie Brown re-elected as South Haven mayor
By James Windell South Haven Mayor Annie Brown presented a proclamation on Monday, November 3, 2025, proclaiming November as National Care at Home Month.Although November is officially recognized nationwide as National Care at Home Month, by observing the month on…
Ribbon cutting ceremony held for Riverwoods
By James Windell “It was December 4 two years ago when I made the initial request to the DNR leadership asking them about buying this property for a recreational park,” Scott Reinert said on Friday, November 7, 2025, at as…
Weather buoy returns to port
The Lake Michigan weather buoy that provides information to anglers and boaters off the shore of South Haven was returned to port for the winter months on Saturday.The buoy is maintained by LimnoTech of Ann Arbor in collaboration with the South Haven Steelheaders,…
Iconic Merson store succumbs to fire
By Gari Voss The call came to Gobles Pine Grove Fire Chief Brian Cronk at 5:58am that smoke was pouring from the northwest section of Merson Store at M-40 and 102nd Avenue. By the time Gobles Pine Grove and Allegan…
Paw Paw Launches New “Christmas in the Village” Celebration December 12th – 13th
PAW PAW – Paw Paw will sparkle with holiday cheer this season as the community debuts its new Christmas in the Village celebration – two days of festivities, local spirit, and small-town magic.The event kicks off Friday, Dec. 12, with…
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Mike WilcoxOwner/Publisher Every year, as the Christmas season draws near, I’m reminded just how generous our communities can be. For nearly two decades, Wilcox Newspapers has hosted what’s become one of my favorite traditions: our Annual Christmas Wish Program.It started…
Mike’s Musings: Government shutdown can be averted- takes politicians to act instead of grandstand
Another week has passed, and much of our federal government remains shuttered. Hundreds of thousands of federal employees are either furloughed or working without pay. National parks are closed, small business loans are on hold, and millions of Americans are…
Life as Performance Art
On Tuesday, Nov. 11, we observe Veterans Day. It is a “fixed” holiday, like Independence Day on July 4. These days do not move to the nearest Monday so we can have a long weekend; they are too important to…
Gobles ends outstanding football season
By John RaffelCorrespondent GOBLES — In the first round of the MHSAA football playoffs, the Gobles Tigers (7-3) put up a fierce fight in a 72–62 loss against Climax-Scotts, showcasing a dominant rushing attack and balanced offense.Steven Juarez led the…
Soccer team state runnerup, loses to Country Day in finals
By John RaffelCorrespondent SOUTH HAVEN — It was a dream season for the South Haven Rams boys soccer team but ended up one win short.The Rams played at Grand Ledge’s Boyne Mountain complex on Saturday in the Division 3 title…
Copping to receive Governor’s Service Award
By James Windell South Haven has long recognized that Bob Copping is a gem of a citizen. Soon the rest of the state of Michigan will understand why he is regarded as a truly outstanding individual.On November 12, 2025, at…
Lake Arvesta to hold national championships in 2026
By James Windell Dawn Hinz says it didn’t take much persuading to convince Lake Arvesta Farms owner Brian DeBest to agree to host a triathlon last summer.However, the unqualified success of the triathlon, which attracted more than 300 athletes to…
“Fall in the Courthouse Celebration” brings community together
The third annual “Fall in the Courthouse Celebration” was held Friday, Oct. 31, at the Van Buren County Courthouse, 212 E. Paw Paw St., Paw Paw. It featured an afternoon filled with seasonal fun, community connection, and fall spirit. The…
Lawton Village Council honors Norm and Karen Carlson
The Village of Lawton recently approved a resolution declaring Oct. 12 as Norm and Karen Carlson Day in the Village of Lawton. The two were honored for all that they do for the local community, and for being consistent supporters…
Area Veterans Day services planned
The Lawton American Legion Waters-Hackenberg Post 220, will hold a Veterans Day service, Tuesday, Nov. 11, at 11 a.m. at the Lawton American Legion building, 404 N. Main St., Lawton.The Lawrence American Legion Hess Eastman Post 174 will hold a…
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Mike WilcoxOwner/Publisher Every year, as the Christmas season draws near, I’m reminded just how generous our communities can be. For nearly two decades, Wilcox Newspapers has hosted what’s become one of my favorite traditions: our Annual Christmas Wish Program.It started…
Lawton woman accused of embezzling over $50k from school
By Paul GarrodStaff Writernews4garrod@gmail.com LAWTON – A Lawton woman, a former employee of Lawton Community School, was arraigned Oct. 24, in 7th District Court, Paw Paw, on a charge of embezzlement over $50,000, but less than $100,000, according to a…
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