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Sheriff’s Office investigates multiple robberies at Amish businesses

Editorial StaffJan 31, 20252 min read

By Pat MaurerCorrespondent Following up on several queries from a Review reader, the newspaper has learned that the Clare County Sheriff’s Office has been investigating “multiple breaking and entering crimes in Sheridan Township,” according to a press release received earlier…

Tentative Ferry fix schedule set

Editorial StaffJan 29, 20253 min read

By Scott SullivanEditorThe fix is in for Ferry Street, closed to motorized traffic since Aug. 2 after a Warnock Drain sinkhole was found nearby.Douglas City Manager Lisa Nocerini said a Jan. 22 preconstruction meeting with involved parties had slated these…

Otsego Library hosts various Valentine’s Day events

Otsego Library hosts various Valentine’s Day events

Editorial StaffJan 29, 20253 min read

By Jason WesseldykSports Editor Valentine’s Day is nearly upon us.And at the Otsego District Library, there are events scheduled for patrons of all ages to help celebrate.The Valentine’s events kick off on Saturday, Feb. 8, when the library is hosting…

Paper Gator contest provides ODL opportunity to win prize money

Paper Gator contest provides ODL opportunity to win prize money

Editorial StaffJan 29, 20253 min read

By Jason WesseldykSports Editor When Andrea Estelle took over as director of the Otsego District Library nearly 12 years ago, one of the first projects she tackled was getting involved with the PaperGator Recycling program.The partnership between the library and…

Plainwell seeks participants for upcoming Art Hop

Editorial StaffJan 29, 20252 min read

By Jason WesseldykSports Editor On Friday, March 7, the City of Plainwell will host its annual Art Hop, which highlights the work of local artists in downtown boutiques, shops, restaurants and pop-up spaces.And in preparation for the events, organizers are…

Glenn School to be awarded AED at Never Forgotten Game

Glenn School to be awarded AED at Never Forgotten Game

Editorial StaffJan 29, 20253 min read

By Gari Voss The Wes Leonard Heart Team came to birth from the tragedy of Wes Leonard collapsing after making the game winning shot for the Fennville High School basketball team. No one knew exactly what to do and attempts…

Allegan City Council opens door to marijuana events and welcomes new intern

Editorial StaffJan 29, 20257 min read

By Gari Voss Allegan City Council’s January 17, 2025’s business began with the First Reading of Ordinanc-es 525 and 526, which is a zoning text amendment that would allow for temporary marijuana events. They moved forward to adjusting the meeting…

SHAES in 2024 had record year for responses

SHAES in 2024 had record year for responses

Editorial StaffJan 29, 20254 min read

SOUTH HAVEN — South Haven Area Emergency Services (SHAES) responded to a record number of calls during 2024, according to the department’s Annual Report.Marking its 28th year, the SHAES Authority serves the city of South Haven and the townships of…

Black History Leadership Society presents at the Scott Club

Black History Leadership Society presents at the Scott Club

Editorial StaffJan 29, 20253 min read

By James Windell The members of the Black History Leadership Society have been persistent in their efforts to keep Black history alive. Each February, in celebration of Black History Month, the Black History Leadership Society (BHLS) presents a program at…

Bid to work on Dyckman Bridge approved by SH City Council

Editorial StaffJan 29, 20252 min read

By James Windell The South Haven City Council approved a quote from Davis Construction, Inc. to repair the Dyckman Avenue Bridge.Although it has been known for several years that the Dyckman Avenue Bridge over the Black River needed repairs, the…

City Council receives short term rental snapshot report

Editorial StaffJan 29, 20254 min read

By James Windell One sure fire way of generating discussion – and sometimes division – on the South Haven City Council is to place an item related to Short Term Rental (STR) on the agenda for a City Council meeting.That…

Thrift Shop pays tribute to two volunteers

Thrift Shop pays tribute to two volunteers

Editorial StaffJan 29, 20251 min read

Charlene Bare and Richard Szotek, volunteers at Community Thrift Shop, Paw Paw, recently celebrated their 90th birthdays with a birthday cake given in honor to the pair by the thrift shop. Bare has been a Community Thrift Shop volunteer for…

Mattawan has big plans for auditorium improvements

Mattawan has big plans for auditorium improvements

Editorial StaffJan 29, 20251 min read

Following the successful passage of the 2024 bond, Mattawan Consolidated School is currently undergoing changes and improvements throughout the district. The high school’s James A. Weeldreyer Auditorium is currently seeing microphone upgrades, industry standard LED lighting and a new AV…

Women Who Care donate $9k to Paw Paw robotics

Women Who Care donate $9k to Paw Paw robotics

Editorial StaffJan 29, 20251 min read

Paw Paw High School’s 2PawRobotics female team members gave a successful presentation to the 100+ Women Who Care of Van Buren County on Wednesday, Jan. 15, and were the recipients of $9,000. The 100+ Women Who Care of Van Buren…

Lawton names inductees for Hall of Fame

Lawton names inductees for Hall of Fame

Editorial StaffJan 29, 20251 min read

Lawton Community Schools have announced the 2024-25 Lawton Blue Devil Hall of Fame inductees. Named to this year’s Hall of Fame induction class are Troy and Janine Johnson (shown at far left) – Outstanding dedication in coaching, volunteerism, and supporting…

Sturgis DPS warns of potential for frozen water lines

Sturgis DPS warns of potential for frozen water lines

Dennis VolkertJan 24, 20252 min read

With recent extreme cold, Sturgis Department of Public Services is asking residents to be aware of frozen water lines. To help prevent water lines from freezing, city officials recommend that residents allow a slow stream of water, around the size…

Jackson Public School Board elects officers; discusses budget

Editorial StaffJan 24, 20252 min read

The Jackson Public School Board convened its first meeting of 2025 Tuesday evening to elect new officers and discuss budgeting strategies. The motion for candidate selection of board president drew immediate appraisal from Board Trustee Kesha Hamilton in response to…

Jackson cold snap

Editorial StaffJan 24, 20252 min read

With seasonal temperatures approaching single digits and below this week, the importance of local partners in the community challenged with the task of intervening on extreme temperatures and those most vulnerable became apparent. The week began with frigid temperatures and…

City approves contracts, discusses plans for Stoffer Plaza and hears the importance of the PIT Count Project

Editorial StaffJan 24, 20256 min read

At Tuesday’s Albion City Council meeting, Maurice Barry gave a presentation on the annual Point-in-Time count. The project is a count of sheltered and unsheltered people experiencing homelessness on a single night in January. Albion participates in this annual count…

Jackson celebrates MLK with Diversity Celebration

Jackson celebrates MLK with Diversity Celebration

Editorial StaffJan 24, 20252 min read

Dr. Tonya Bailey told those in attendance at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Diversity Celebration that “change starts with us.” The annual Diversity Celebration took place last Friday morning at the American 1 Event Center. A sold-out center featured…