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New judge takes oath of office

New judge takes oath of office

Editorial StaffApr 24, 20241 min read

The Investiture and Administration of the Oath of Office for Susan Metzger as probate judge for Van Buren County, was held Friday afternoon, April 19, at the Van Buren County Courthouse. Judge Metzger was appointed to the position, following the…

Benefit banquet raises funds for Reach the Forgotten Jail Ministry

Benefit banquet raises funds for Reach the Forgotten Jail Ministry

Editorial StaffApr 24, 20242 min read

By Paul GarrodStaff Writer A fundraiser banquet for Reach the Forgotten Jail Ministry was held Thursday, April 18, at Freshwater Community Church, here. Reach the Forgotten jail ministry assists inmates in finding their faith. Funds are derived solely by donors…

Hall, Nesbitt witness border crisis firsthand in visit to southern border

Hall, Nesbitt witness border crisis firsthand in visit to southern border

Editorial StaffApr 24, 20243 min read

LANSING – Senate Republican Leader Aric Nesbitt and state Rep. Pauline Wendzel recently criticized the Whitmer administration’s Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) for its overburdensome bureaucracy and unacceptable failure to process timely permits for Michigan’s blueberry growers.“Unelected bureaucrats…

May I Walk With You? CAFETERIA CHRISTIANS

May I Walk With You? CAFETERIA CHRISTIANS

Editorial StaffApr 19, 20243 min read

Recently the in the news I heard the term “cafeteria Catholic” used in reference to a politician who while claiming to be a good Catholic man, supports abortion, which the Catholic Church is overwhelmingly against. The person making the comment…

5K Freedom Run/Walk next Saturday

5K Freedom Run/Walk next Saturday

Editorial StaffApr 19, 20243 min read

By Pat MaurerCorrespondent A website about the annual 5K Freedom Run/Walk says, “Gear up for an electrifying experience at the 13th Annual Freedom 5K Run/Walk, where each stride celebrates the valiant heart of Spc. Robert Friese and the selfless sacrifice…

Grant Twp reviews budget, approves road contract

Editorial StaffApr 19, 20245 min read

By Pat MaurerCorrespondent In his notes about the Grant Township meeting April 9th, Supervisor Dan Dysinger Jr. said, There was only a brief discussion regarding the budget which was adopted in March.  It is the largest budget ever for Grant…

Clare City Commission approves oversight for airport project

Clare City Commission approves oversight for airport project

Editorial StaffApr 19, 20243 min read

By Pat MaurerCorrespondent Clare City Commissioners approved engineering and construction oversight by Mead & Hunt for construction of PAPI (Airport Pilot Approach Path Indicator) lights at the Clare Municipal Airport.The City’s current airport improvement project includes replacement and installation of…

Marion Village Market closure stuns residents

Marion Village Market closure stuns residents

Editorial StaffApr 19, 20244 min read

By Genine Hopkins The sudden closure of the Marion Village Market this past Sunday, April 14, at 9 p.m. stunned residents who for months, had heard rumors of the grocery store being purchased by Roger’s in Lake. Rumors floated since…

Faces in the Crowd: Michigan State Police F/Lt. Travis House, Cadillac Post

Faces in the Crowd: Michigan State Police F/Lt. Travis House, Cadillac Post

Editorial StaffApr 19, 202420 min read

Marion Press:  Would you tell us about your background where you were born, where you were raised, and your education? First Lieutenant Travis House:  I was born in Cadillac, raised in this area, went to Mesick Schools, and graduated from Mesick…

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JordanMar 26, 20241 min read

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