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Otsego announces schedule for summer events

Otsego announces schedule for summer events

Editorial StaffJun 18, 20253 min read

By Jason WesseldykSports Editor Fun, family-friendly summer activities are back in Otsego.Summer Fun Nights will take place each Tuesday evening at 6 p.m. at the TOP Pavilion through July 29, while Summer Events at Northside Park will take place each…

Color Our World Color Run brings smiles to Plainwell

Color Our World Color Run brings smiles to Plainwell

Editorial StaffJun 18, 20253 min read

By Jason WesseldykSports Editor Plainwell was a colorful place to be on Saturday, June 7.That’s because the Ransom District Library hosted the Color Our World Color Run to celebrate the start of its summer reading program.A free event, the Color…

Terms ending for several members of Plainwell City Council

Editorial StaffJun 18, 20252 min read

By John RaffelCorrespondent PLAINWELL — It was pointed out at the recent Plainwell city meeting several board members’ terms end on June 30, 2025.Clerk Leonard has confirmed with each candidate their willingness to serve for another term. It was noted…

Bridgefest 2025 welcomes thousands to Downtown and the Riverfront

Bridgefest 2025 welcomes thousands to Downtown and the Riverfront

Editorial StaffJun 18, 20253 min read

By Gari Voss The day could not have been more beautiful as Bridgefest 2025 rang in summer for Allegan, MI on Saturday, June 14, 2025. Locust Street offered the Art Market and community tents. Brady Street above Mahan Park and…

Fennville amphitheater, splash pad donations come pouring in

Editorial StaffJun 18, 20252 min read

Through hundreds of donations totaling tens of thousands of dollars, a project to bring a new park with an amphitheater and splash pad to downtown Fennville has received a major boost.  The city of Fennville reached its goal in a crowdfunding campaign…

Floating car, dragon boats featured at Harborfest

Floating car, dragon boats featured at Harborfest

Editorial StaffJun 18, 20251 min read

Parking in South Haven can be a challenge, especially during the busy summer months. Unless you are inventive and “drive” a floating car. That was the scene on Saturday when boats of all sorts participated in the 44th Michigan Maritime Museum…

New community soccer field dedicated

New community soccer field dedicated

Editorial StaffJun 18, 20251 min read

By Tom Renner A vision 21 years in the making became a reality on Friday (June 13) when the South Haven Area Recreation Authority (SHARA) and its many donor friends celebrated the opening of three new community soccer fields at…

School Board names Jegier “Teacher of the Year”

School Board names Jegier “Teacher of the Year”

Editorial StaffJun 18, 20251 min read

Andrea Jegier was presented with the Teacher of the Year Award at the South Haven School Board meeting on June 11, 2025. Andrea is a K-5 English Language Development Teacher and English Language Coordinator for South Haven Public Schools.

South Haven Parks Commission accepts life rings donation

South Haven Parks Commission accepts life rings donation

Editorial StaffJun 18, 20253 min read

By James Windell Ryan and Mandy Servatius appeared before the South Haven Parks Commission on June 10, 2025 and offered a donation of 11 life rings for use at South Haven’s beaches and river.The couple, who are South Haven realtors,…

Paw Paw Fire Department battles structure fire

Paw Paw Fire Department battles structure fire

Editorial StaffJun 18, 20251 min read

The Paw Paw Fire Department responded to a structure fire Thursday, June 12, shortly after noon. Paw Paw Fire Chief Kyle Richardson said the fire appears to have started from debris removal on the exterior of the residence where the…

Paw Paw softball falls one win shy of state title

Paw Paw softball falls one win shy of state title

Editorial StaffJun 18, 20252 min read

By John RaffelCorrespondent EAST LANSING — Paw Paw’s softball team was hopeful of one more dramatic comeback win when it played Richmond for the Division 3 state championship on June 14 at Michigan State University.But the Wolves were unable to…

State Police investigate shooting, minor injuries to victim, suspect arrested

Editorial StaffJun 18, 20251 min read

By Paul GarrodStaff Writernews4garrod@gmail.com PAW PAW – Paw Paw post troopers are investigating a shooting where a 33-year-old Paw Paw man was shot and treated at the scene for minor injuries, Tuesday night, June 10, in Antwerp Township, according to…

Fatal crash claims life of Lawton woman

Editorial StaffJun 18, 20251 min read

By Paul GarrodStaff Writernews4garrod@gmail.com ANTWERP TWP. – A 64-year-old Lawton woman was killed Thursday afternoon, June 12, in a two-vehicle traffic crash in Antwerp Township, according to a press release from the Van Buren County Sheriff’s office.Van Buren County Sheriff…

Mroczek named Miss Michigan 4th Runner Up

Mroczek named Miss Michigan 4th Runner Up

Editorial StaffJun 18, 20251 min read

Lauren Mroczek of Mattawan, Miss Greater Kalamazoo, was named 4th Runner Up to Miss Michigan during the 86th annual Miss Michigan Scholarship Competition on Saturday, June 14, held at the Frauenthal Center in downtown Muskegon. As Miss Greater Kalamazoo, Lauren…

Brady receives perfect ‘effective’ rating as Centreville sup’t

Brady receives perfect ‘effective’ rating as Centreville sup’t

Robert TomlinsonJun 13, 20254 min read

Board exploring contract extension to 2031 By Robert TomlinsonNews Director CENTREVILLE — Centreville Public Schools, by enrollment numbers and new projects, has been growing steadily under the superintendency of Chad Brady, and the district’s board recognized him for his efforts…

Community Bike Shop opens at Huss Project in TR

Community Bike Shop opens at Huss Project in TR

Robert TomlinsonJun 13, 20256 min read

By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — With the Three Rivers area having a few bicycle trails, as well as specific mentions of bike trails and bike infrastructure called out in the city’s Master Plan, it stands to reason that…

High school golf for AR June 13 2025

High school golf for AR June 13 2025

Editorial StaffJun 13, 20252 min read

The “drought” is over for Lumen Christi Catholic High School boys’ golf. Lumen Christi won its 16th state title in golf – all coached by Dave Swartout – with a two-day total of 626 at The Meadows Golf Course on…

Joseph O’Rourke appears in court for May 16 shooting case

Joseph O’Rourke appears in court for May 16 shooting case

Editorial StaffJun 13, 20255 min read

By ELIZABETH FERSZT Contributing Writer Joseph O’Rourke appeared at a continued Preliminary Exam on Thursday June 12, before Hon. Allison Bates, in the 12th District Court. The original exam was adjourned on Friday June 6 due to a possible self-incrimination…

At the old dam site, Concord Mill Pond is shrinking away

At the old dam site, Concord Mill Pond is shrinking away

Editorial StaffJun 13, 20254 min read

By Ken Wyatt If this week’s events don’t mean the end of the Concord Mill Pond, they are a clear wake-up call: Fix the dam or lose the mill pond for good. Tuesday’s Concord Village Council meeting focused attention on…

Local bookstores stand the test of time

Local bookstores stand the test of time

Editorial StaffJun 13, 20256 min read

By Sylvia Benavidez The ease of access to the internet through electronic pads, smart phones, and computers gives bookstores a run for their money. Although local bookstore owners report the love of books is still alive and well even in…

HUGE Estate Sale
August 27-30, 10 am - 5 pm (Part II September 17-19)
57520 Gearharts Landing, Three Rivers, MI

Antique furniture (some special finds!), Hoosier Cabinets, Wonderful dressers, Beds, Desks, Lamps, Wicker, Trunks, etc. Women’s Vintage Clothing, Fur Coats, Boots, Linens, Large Quilt Collection, Jewelry, Pocket Watches, Clocks, Nice Pottery, Comic Books, Huge amount of DVDs & CDs, extensive collection of Vintage Christmas, Patio and Garden Accents, Old Toys (many wind-up). Too much stuff to list! Over 60 years of accumulation! The Best Antique Sale we have ever seen! “Dealers, don’t miss this sale!”

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