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ISD superintendent reflects on career upon upcoming retirement
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director CENTREVILLE — One of the classic idioms in the English language involves going out on a high note, where a person finishes out something they’ve done at their most successful point.For St. Joseph County Intermediate School…
Grand Avenue paving concludes ’25 street project schedule
Paving on Grand Avenue in Sturgis concluded Nov. 20. It’s the final street project scheduled for 2025.The pump station project started in early August. Initially, it was set for completion the first week of November. Delayed equipment delivery caused some…
A bizarre crash, a heroic rescue, and plenty to be thankful for
By Rick CordesC-N Correspondent THREE RIVERS — What started on October 20 as a routine morning of lawn mowing duties turned suddenly intense when John Gavin, owner of Gavin Lawn Care, heard an alarming noise.“I was in the front yard,…
25 Lego teams compete at Kiwanis qualifier
Twenty-five First Lego Challenge (3rd-5th) teams came to the 7th annual Clare Kiwanis FIRST Lego League Qualifier at Clare High School on Saturday, Nov 22. Four FIRST Lego Explore teams (K-2nd) also presented their team model and poster, sharing their…
Midge appointed Mackinac Island police chief
Duane (Midge Miedzianowski) has been appointed the new Police Chief of the Mackinac Island Police Department. Midge is a former Clare City police chief and undersheriff for Clare County.
Over $10k donated from Clare High School’s Bartering Bonanza
Clare High Schools’ Business Education Department teamed up with Clare Primary and Clare Middle School to once again put on the annual Bartering Bonanza event. Business students from the computer technology classes design products, marketing materials and booths to “sell”…
16-year-old dies in Redding Twp crash
On Saturday, November 22, 2025, at approximately 9:16 p.m. Clare County Central Dispatch received a report of a single vehicle crash on Kirby Avenue, north of Stockwell Road in Redding Township. Initial reports indicated a vehicle with one occupant trapped…
Holiday sky’s the limit
The Saugatuck-Douglas Rotary Club’s annual Turkey Trot Saturday drew more than 100 walkers and runners, most in costumes, to enjoy 3.1 miles in brisk sunshine and raise funds for Christian Neighbors. Wicks Park Bar & Grille hosted festivities for the…
Douglas opens hall with flower bed debate
By Scott SullivanEditorDouglas City Council’s first meeting Monday in the new city hall saw members set a 6-month deadline for a homeowner to get rid of a wooden flower bed.Planning and zoning administrator Sean Homyen told council staff this fall…
Christmas events planned in Otsego, Plainwell
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor The song “It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas” was originally recorded by Perry Como in 1951.Nearly three-quarters of a century later, that classic holiday tune could be the theme for Plainwell and Otsego beginning…
Creviston returns to OHS to perform with band Dec. 4
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor Music lovers, mark you calendars for Thursday, Dec. 4.That’s when professional soprano saxophonist Dr. Chris Creviston will join the Otsego High School band—under the direction of band director Mitch Piersma—for a very special performance.Creviston and the…
Two firms plan housing developments in Fennville
By Gari Voss The process began four years ago when the Fennville Downtown Development Authority (DDA) engaged with nonprofit development group, Housing Next. Housing Next did pro bono work to assist the city in envisioning how best to utilize vacant…
Residents pack room to hear about Confluence’s dam plans
By Gari Voss The Allegan High School Conference Center filled on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, with residents eager to hear from representatives of Consumers Energy and Confluence Hydro regarding the transition of ownership of the Calkins Bridge Dam and twelve…
DeBoer named South Haven Police Chief
By James Windell Following seven months as interim police chief of South Haven, Adama DeBoer was promoted to Police Chief. This was announced by the City on November 24, 2025.“Adam is a dedicated and experienced leader who knows and cares…
Mitten Children’s Museum closing doors
By James Windell One of South Haven’s museums has just announced it will be closing. The Mitten Children’s Museum, which was established in Fennville but came to downtown South Haven in April 2022, had – ironically – one of its…
City Council approves plan to begin lifeguard program
By James Windell Double Haul Solutions (DHS), the consulting firm hired by the City of South Haven to advise how the City could best implement a lifeguard program, presented its report to the City Council.Three staff members from DHS made…
First draft of County Facilities Master Plan unveiled
By Paul GarrodStaff Writernews4garrod@gmail.com HARTFORD – The first draft of the Van Buren County Facilities Master Plan was unveiled Friday afternoon, Nov. 21, during an initial meeting for Van Buren County Board of Commissioners/administration, Van Buren County Courts, County Elected Officials and community partners. The…
Redmond honored for 50 years of service through emergency medical care
By Paul GarrodStaff Writernews4garrod@gmail.com PAW PAW – Paw Paw Quick Response Leader John Redmond was honored Sunday, Nov. 23, during a retirement ceremony marking his 50 years of service through emergency medical care.During a ceremony held at the Paw Paw…
