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Folds of Honor
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor On Friday, Aug. 30, the LYNX Golf Course hosted its Fifth Annual Patriot Golf Day event in support of Folds of Honor.And according to LYNX general manager Jim Szilagyi, the day couldn’t have gone better.“This proved…
Otsego High School announces revised route for homecoming parade
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor This fall, high schools throughout the country will carry on that age-old tradition of hosting homecoming festivities.For students at Otsego High School, that annual opportunity to put their school spirit on full display will come during…
Otsego Library offers pumpkin art
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor Labor Day has come and gone, bringing an unofficial end to the summer season.That means all things fall will soon be making their annual return, including pumpkins spice coffee, apple picking and visits to pumpkin patches.And…
New Allegan Elementary Campus progresses
By Gari Voss The Allegan Public Schools Bond Proposal that the voters passed on May 4, 2021, has been bringing changes across the district. The $87.5 million did not increase homeowners’ millage, but it did enable the school district to…
Allegan County Fair brings fairgrounds to life
Allegan County Fair brings fairgrounds to lifeBy Gari Voss The 172nd Allegan County Fair flings wide its gates to the public on Friday, September 6, 2024, at 1pm. Animal barns are filling, handcrafted items are being displayed, the Skerbeck Carnival…
LHS students show their spirit
By John BriceCorrespondent Local residents and members of the media were left hanging by a City of LaFayette council meeting which had been scheduled for Tuesday, August 27th of 2024 that was canceled due to a lack of quorum with…
Valley Pharmacy owner denied access to PBM legislative meeting
By John BriceCorrespondent Members of the legislative study group assigned by Speaker of the House Nathaniel Ledbetter to research the plight of independent pharmacies in Alabama being driven out of business by industry middlemen known as Pharmacy Benefits Managers met…
The Pure Michigan Trail Town Challenge in South Haven
By Donald Talonen As the leaves begin to change and the crisp air of fall approaches, there’s no better time to set out on an adventure that celebrates the beauty of Michigan. South Haven offers more than just a beautiful…
41st annual Antique Engine and Tractor Show by the Michigan Flywheelers Museum
By Donald Talonen The 41st annual Antique Engine and Tractor Show, hosted by the Michigan Flywheelers Museum, will occur from September 5th to September 8th, 2024. As one of the largest events of its kind in Michigan, this show offers…
South Haven hires new Assistant City Manager
By Donald Talonen On August 28, the City of South Haven announced that Michael Landis will be taking on the role of Assistant City Manager starting September 3. Landis has a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice and a Master…
New Lawrence Township Emergency Services Chief hired
By Paul GarrodStaff Writer In a special meeting held Thursday, Aug. 29, the Lawrence Township Board heard recommendations from the hiring committee in a search for a new Lawrence Township emergency services fire chief.Following a discussion, in a unanimous decision,…
The Paw Paw Wine and Harvest Festival happening this weekend
By Donald Talonen Each year, the Paw Paw Wine & Harvest Festival takes place celebrating the tradition of grape growing and winemaking in the area. This longstanding event, held the weekend after Labor Day, offers a variety of activities for…
Driver hits house and garage following two vehicle accident
By Paul Garrod Van Buren County Sheriff Daniel Abbott reported that on Sept. 1, at 11:46 a.m., a Van Buren County Sheriff’s deputy was dispatched to a two-vehicle traffic accident with no injuries, however, one of the vehicles had crashed…
Force main breaks, spills again on Gleason Rd.
Fifth break and/or spill since beginning of June By Robert TomlinsonNews Director CONSTANTINE — A reported break in a force main caused yet another sewer spill Monday in the 15000 block of Gleason Road in Fabius Township. According to Constantine…
A new popcorn stand in Three Rivers? City allows for brand-new stand; evaluating options for historic stand
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — A historic landmark in Three Rivers may soon no longer be in commission, with the city evaluating options for what to do with it moving forward. On Monday, Aug. 5, the Three Rivers…
HarmonyFest returns to downtown Three Rivers this weekend
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — An annual celebration of music and more returns to Three Rivers this weekend. The 31st Three Rivers HarmonyFest music festival will take place this Sunday, Sept. 1, in downtown Three Rivers from 1-10…
Portion of North Nottawa Street in Sturgis to close for utilities projects
Contractors for the city of Sturgis are scheduled to begin sewer work on North Nottawa Street, beginning Sept. 3. The project will require closure of Nottawa from Main Street to Hatch Street for a duration of about three weeks. During…
Walking the Beat in Albion
Festival raises money for instruments and lessons for children By KATHRYN PALON Contributing Writer Walk The Beat Albion 2024 was held on Saturday Aug. 24. The event featured 18 bands at nine different locations competing to win a professional recording…
Albion Farmer’s Market ends a little early this season, public notices a little too late
By Sylvia Benavidez From May to September on Wednesdays, Albion’s Farmer’s Market vendors in Stoffer Plaza offer the local community fresh produce and an opportunity to mingle with neighbors or visitors, but this year season will be cut a little…
A JSO ‘Salute to America’ … and small towns
(or Jackson Symphony’s ‘Salute to America’ and small-town delights) By Ken Wyatt Jackson Symphony Orchestra has officially launched its 75th concert season. It took place, however, not in its traditional Potter Center venue in Summit Township, but last weekend on…
