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Ganges Twp residents object to proposed campsite
By Gari Voss What happens when a campground that has been a questionable neighbor appears to be in partnership with a group requesting a special permit to build another campground across the road from the existing business? Residents in Ganges…
29-year-old man drowns in river near Allegan Dam
By John RaffelCorrespondent Allegan County Central Dispatch received a 911 call on July 11 at approximately 8:06 p.m., staying that someone had fallen into the Kalamazoo River at the Allegan Dam and had not resurfaced.Another subject had also fallen in,…
Pick-up crashes in to semi, driver dies
On July 14th 2025 at 0619 hours Allegan County Central Dispatch received a call regarding a serious traffic crash that occurred on M-40 Ave near 141st Ave, in Fillmore Township. Preliminary investigation indicates that a pickup truck was traveling north on M-40 and went into the south…
City Council considers beach concession surcharge
By James Windell It promised to be a South Haven City Council meeting devoid of controversy and contention on Monday, July 7, 2025, in the City Hall Chambers.The first several items on the agenda lived up to that promise. And…
South Haven riverfront concerts every Thursday
The popular South Haven Community Riverfront Concert Series is underway attracting hundreds. The concerts take place Thursday evenings at 7 p.m. through Labor Day. South Haven’s Riverfront Park hosts a variety of musical performances, including jazz, classical, folk and contemporary. The performances…
Samantha Kellum: Ward 1 City Council Candidate
By James Windell As a life-long resident of South Haven and growing up in Ward 1, Samantha Kellum thinks she could effectively represent the people in her ward.“I think that a lot of things that are important to Ward One…
Eddie Polk: Candidate for Ward 1 City Council Position
By James Windell Eddie Polk remembers what Elkenburg Park was like when he was a kid.“I have beautiful memories growing up around the Elkenburg Park area,” he says. “Historically, Elkenburg Park has been a family gathering place. We used to…
Lisa Krupiarz: Ward 1 City Council Candidate
By James Windell Lisa Krupiarz may not be a life-long South Haven resident, but there’s one thing that she has to her credit. At nearly every South Haven City Council meeting, Krupiarz will not only show up, but she will…
Three vye for Ward 1 council position
By James Windell Registered voters in South Haven’s Ward 1 will be selecting a new representative to the city council this fall.In Ward 1, the current city council members are Letitia Wilkins and Joe Reeser. Council Member Reeser, however, has…
2-vehicle crash sends one to hospital with serious injuries
Van Buren County Sheriff Daniel Abbot reported that on July 10, Van Buren County Sheriff’s Office deputies were dispatched at 3:38 p.m., to the area of County Road 388 and 68th Street in Geneva Township for a two-vehicle crash. Initial…
Police Chief praised for lifesaving efforts in Ludington possible drowning
The Village of Paw Paw on Monday, July 14, praised the efforts of Village of Paw Paw Police Chief Eric Rottman for his life saving actions in a report of a possible drowning that occurred that day in Ludington, Mich.On…
Mattawan police officer killed in line of duty to be remembered
MATTAWAN – Village of Mattawan Police Officer Scot Beyerstedt, who was killed in the line of duty on July 26, 2005, will be remembered during a 20th anniversary memorial service, Saturday, July 26, at 11 a.m. at Mattawan Memorial Park,…
Centreville-Constantine/Lutz intersection to receive roundabout
Road Comm.: Centreville-Constantine/Lutz roundabout to make intersection safer By Robert TomlinsonNews Director CENTREVILLE — Since its creation, Centreville-Constantine Road has been a heavily-traveled thoroughfare in St. Joseph County, running diagonal from, fittingly, Centreville to just east of Constantine. However, that…
Resurfacing begins on U.S. 12 Jacob-to-Maple segment in Sturgis
Beginning July 14, Michigan Department of Transportation will begin resurfacing of U.S. 12 in downtown Sturgis, from Jacob Street to South Maple Street. Paving takes place from evening until early morning, 7 p.m.-7 a.m., to reduce interruption of daytime traffic…
BHSJ outlines plans, strategies with program to reduce crashes involving Amish
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director CENTREVILLE — According to Michigan State Police’s traffic crash reporting system, at least 78 of the 261 known crashes involving the Amish community in the state between 2016 and 2023 have been reported in St. Joseph,…
Bid for contaminant testing at jail, Animal Control to be considered by St. Joseph County
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director CENTREVILLE — Recent detection of a harmful substance in the ground at two locations in Centreville is prompting St. Joseph County officials to consider a bid to test the county jail and Animal Control buildings for…
Albion Community Gardens nourish the community with fresh local produce
By MAGGIE LANOUE Contributing Writer A steady rhythm of planting, harvesting, and sharing is underway at the Albion Community Gardens, located on Jefferson Street between Austin Avenue and West Broadwell. Although the gardens are a bit tucked away, a fresh…
Thayer Marine destroyed in Wednesday morning fire
Thayer Marine was destroyed by a fast-moving fire Wednesday morning. The blaze sent heavy smoke into the air and shut down part of US-127. Units from Summit Township Fire Department were dispatched around 8:30 a.m. for a structure fire. Upon…
Fireworks at Cascades Park marred by teens fighting
By ELIZABETH FERSZT Contributing Writer Hundreds of people gathered at Cascades Park in Jackson to kick off the July 4th holiday with fireworks, food trucks, and live music on Thursday, July 3. At dusk, right before the fireworks show began,…
Red, White and Blue Cruise-In
Albion’s 25th Annual Red, White & Blue Cruise-In Car Show on the bricks was once again a treat for car enthusiasts and the community alike. The annual event takes place every year downtown Albion on July 3 right before the…
