City Council approves lifeguard stations
By James Windell The South Haven City Council approved the purchase of lifeguard towers at its February 16, 2026, regular meeting.Although the request to approve the purchase of lifeguard towers and stands were among a number of consent items on…
Holtec explains clearing trees along Blue Star Highway
By James Windell If you noticed that trees have been cut down near the Palisades Nuclear Power Plant along Blue Star Highway, there is an explanation.Some area residents have raised concerns about number of trees that have been cut down.Holtec…
Warner Vineyards captures top honors at Chili Walk
The fourth Annual Paw Paw Chili Walk was held Saturday Feb. 21 in Paw Paw. Taking top honors was Warner Vineyards, with runner-up honors going to GG Sweets.The Paw Paw Fire Department captured People’s Choice.A large turnout didn’t let the…
Travel trailer destroyed in fire
On Wednesday, Feb. 18, at 7:12 a.m., the Paw Paw Fire Department was dispatched to the 42000 block of M-43 Highway for a report of a fully involved garage fire. Units arrived on scene at 7:19 a.m. and reported a…
Gobles man faces charges for selling mislabeled, unprescribed GLP1s
GOBLES – A Gobles man is facing charges for allegedly selling mislabeled and foreign-made GLP1 drugs without prescriptions.Brandon Piper was charged in federal court Friday, Feb. 20, with one count of conspiracy to introduce misbranded drugs into interstate commerce with…
Mike’s Musings: A Moment Worth the Wait — Why the U.S. Hockey Gold Feels So Good
Sometimes a sports moment turns into something bigger than a medal — it becomes a balm for a weary national psyche, a reminder of resilience, pride and unbridled joy. That’s exactly what happened when Team USA’s men’s hockey team edged…
Mike’s Musings: Congressional net worth keeps riding and nothing is being done about it
For years, the public has watched members of Congress enter office with modest wealth and leave as millionaires. Lately there has been a lot of talk about Congresswoman Ilhan Omar’s net worth soaring from o to $30,000,000 while holding office…
Life as Performance Art
On the whole, Wendell (not his real name) was a nice guy. He had good morals, was kind to his family and neighbors, worked hard, had tremendous brain power and many other admirable qualities.We were on a couple college faculty…
South Haven ice skating rink to close March 2 for rebuild
School kids took advantage of Monday’s Presidents’ Day holiday break to enjoy South Haven’s ice rink albeit a bit sloppy due to temperatures in the 50s.City officials have announced the rink will close for the season on March 2nd to allow for…
Hotel Nichols recognized as Historic Place
By James Windell Scott Whiteford has spent years restoring the historic Hotel Nichols in downtown South Haven.After purchasing the 100-year-old hotel in 2017, he continued working his regular daytime job and then went directly to the hotel to work at…
The 25th Island Sit to raise funds for WE Care
By James Windell In the beginning it was the Bridge Sit taking place on the Dyckman Bridge.“The winds coming down the Black River were terrible,” recalls Erika Morrison, Executive Director of WE Care I.N.C. “Then Paul Layendecker suggested we move…
Paw Paw Hardware Business Sold Again
Jason Deibler-Love, owner of Warner Supply Hardware, 136 E. Michigan Ave., Paw Paw, announced on Monday that the hardware business has been sold to Jerry and Rachel Mandigo, of Paw Paw. Deibler-Love, who will retain ownership of the buildings, had…
Two pets perish in Paw Paw fire
PAW PAW – The Paw Paw Fire Department was dispatched to the 1000 block of S. LaGrave Street, here, at approximately 7:50 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 12, for a report of a mobile home on fire with animals inside, according…
Mattawan Consolidated School files motion to dismiss lawsuit
MATTAWAN – Mattawan Consolidated School has requested a federal court to dismiss the lawsuit filed by a former bus driver last year.A 34-page response was recently drafted in response to a lawsuit claiming religious discrimination after the driver, Sarah Robinson, was…
Paw Paw Township Board pays tribute to former Planning Commission member
By Paul GarrodStaff Writernews4garrod@gmail.com PAW PAW – The Paw Paw Township Board, at the beginning of its meeting Feb. 9, held a moment of silence for former Paw Paw Planning Commission member Randall Peat, who died earlier that day.Paw Paw…
Paw Paw wrestling season ends
By John RaffelCorrespondent PAW PAW — Paw Paw lost 64-17 to Richland Gull Lake in district semifinal wrestling action on Feb. 12.There were three winners for Paw Paw.Aaron Quiles (285) won by forfeit. Gunner Gales (190) won 19-2 over John…
Out and About: Fun facts, Valentine’s Day, and women
“America – it is a fabulous country, the only fabulous country; it is the only place where miracles not only happen, but where they happen all the time.” -Thomas WolfeDid You Know?
Mattawan ski team continues to succeed
By John Raffel Coach Jennifer Roethlisberger’a Mattawan/Paw Paw Ski Team had a conference meet on at Timber Ridge.“This was a makeup race from the race two weeks ago that had to be called off due to poor snow conditions,” Roethlisberger…
Paw Paw wrestlers enjoy place finishes
By John RaffelCorrespondent PAW PAW — Paw Paw’s wrestling team had some Wolverine Conference varsity placers from Saturday’s meet.Kholby Armijo was 165-pound Wolverine Conference champion with Team all-conference honors. Kameron Armijo was fourth placeGunner Gale was also fourth place.Victor Armijo…
Mike’s Musings: Why the U.S. Needs Voter ID
Few issues in American politics spark as much debate as election integrity. Yet beneath all the noise, there lies a straightforward truth: in a system built on trust, legitimacy, and the belief that every eligible vote counts, we should embrace…
