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$15 million left of Health Park grant put back in state general fund
Complete Health Park sign, seemingly all that is left of the $25 million project. By Pat MaurerCorrespondent The remainder of grant funding earmarked for Clare’s Complete Health Park project – originally a $25 million grant awarded in 2022 and now…
Closure of Marion Village Market still dominates conversation in the area
Spring is here as Frosty Freeze opens! By Genine Hopkins Marion and surrounding townships are still numb from the closure of their only supermarket, Marion Village Market, a couple of weeks ago, and conversations are still buzzing about the fate…
Dates set for high school graduations
By Pat MaurerCorrespondent The four neighboring schools: Clare, Farwell, Harrison and Coleman will all have Graduation Ceremonies this month.Both Clare and Farwell are both planning Graduation ceremonies at 1 pm on Sunday May 19th.Clare will hold theirs at Brookwood Athletic…
Escaped Amish horse killed by vehicle
By Pat MaurerCorrespondent Michigan State Police were called to a location on Blanchard Road by the report of horses running loose Saturday morning, May 4th.They were called out around 5:15 by a Blanchard man who had noticed five horses near…
Marion Schools honors teachers
Jessica Eising (left) and Janet Mort (right) holding their mementos of honor. Photo from Marion Public Schools Facebook page Marion Public Schools and Marion Schools Education Association honored two hard-working individuals.Janet Mort was honored as the Outstanding Person in Education and…
Osceola in process of updating master plan
The Osceola County Planning Commission is currently in the process of updating the County Master Plan. The Master Plan will provide a vision for the County through the year 2040. If you would like to shape this vision you can…
Marion seniors win AAA award
Mara Jolly, Bonnie Kiger, Taylor Kruse, and Madison Sutten holding their award plaquesPhoto from Marion Public Schools Facebook Page Jordan WilcoxAssistant Publisher Marion High School seniors Mara Jolly, Bonnie Kiger, Taylor Kruse, and Madison Sutten are all recipients of the…
St. Joseph County tornado confirmed as EF-2
A tree fell down on this property on Driftwood Drive north of Colon during Tuesday night’s storms, which also caused a car to be lifted up onto its front side. Multiple homes on Driftwood Drive were damaged by the storms,…
Kilpatrick back to help Douglas plan
By Scott SullivanEditorRyan Kilpatrick, Douglas community and economic development director from 2009 to 2014, will consult with city again about meeting affordable housing goals.City council Monday hired Kilpatrick’s Flywheel Community Development Services for $3,500 to conduct a housing workshop and…
Farmers’ markets open in Plainwell, Otsego this month
This photo from last year shows produce that was available at the Otsego Farmers’ Market. (Photo provided) Fresh baked good were among the products available at opening day of the Plainwell Farmers’ Market. By Jason WesseldykSports Editor The calendar has…
Otsego High School holds prom at Warner Vineyards
A group of friends enjoy the Otsego prom at Warner Vineyards. (Photo by Tina Maxwell) The Otsego prom took place outside at the Warner Vineyards in Paw Paw. (Photo by Tina Maxwell) Students dance and mingle at the Otsego prom.…
What’s the Storey Jim, in or out?
By Donald Talonen Recently, Jim Storey has found himself in the middle of a controversial situation regarding the Allegan County elections. It was reported that Storey might have been disqualified due to unresolved issues with campaign finance report filings from…
Fallen firefighter Gail VanAuken honored firetruck 1511
By Donald Talonen The rain didn’t stop the celebration dedicated to Gail VanAuken. The firehouse was packed with friends, family, and even strangers for the unveiling of fire engine 1511 in honor of the fallen firefighter, just in time for…
Memorial bench dedicated in remembrance of LaFayette resident
Family and friends gather to dedicate a memorial bench to the late Richard Rowland of LaFayette. By John BriceCorrespondent Local residents gathered for the dedication of a memorial bench in remembrance of dearly departed LaFayette resident Richard Rowland at the…
Auburn students design plan for LaFayette
The Auburn University Urban Design Class made their way back to LaFayette last Tuesday.The class toured LaFayette downtown in January to decide different ideas for the revitalization for the downtown.The students went back to their drawing boards and came up…
25 retire from CCSD, honored at meeting
The Chambers County School District recognized the 2023-2024 retirees at the Chamber County School District board meeting last week.LaKeyda Davis 10 yearsDeanna Fuller 27 yearsConnie Guice 24 yearsMarshon Harper 25 yearsMitchell Harte 3 yearsLisa Hughes 20 yearsEricka Jenkins 25 yearsBeverly…
Village of Lawton Road construction project currently underway
The Village of Lawton road construction project is currently underway as drivers and pedestrians maneuver downtown. The project is scheduled to be completed by August. The Village of Lawton has provided information for drivers and pedestrians as they travel downtown.Courier-Leader…
Arnold honored by Mattawan Fire Department
Phil Arnold, a member of the Mattawan Fire District since 1983, was recently named as an Honorary Lifetime Mattawan Fire District member.Photos courtesy/Mattawan Fire District
National Day of Prayer observed in Paw Paw
Two Paw Paw schools took part in a local National Day of Prayer service on the steps of the Van Buren County Courthouse here, Thursday, May 2. Trinity Lutheran School and St. Mary Catholic School students took part in the…
