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Those giving blood get free turkey
The LaFayette Police Department partnered with LifeSouth to offer a free turkey to those that gave blood on Monday.The next blood drive will be coming up this Saturday November 29th and November 30th from 8am to 4pm at the Wellness…
Delaney Riddle named Miss Mattawan 2024
By Paul GarrodStaff Writernews4garrod@gmail.com MATTAWAN – The 2024 Miss Mattawan Scholarship Pageant held recently saw Delaney Riddle named Miss Mattawan 2024.Her court includes: First Runner-up and Miss Entrepreneur McKenzie Schoonbeck, Second Runner-up Jessica Jasensky, and Miss Congeniality Nariah Walsh.The new…
Volunteers pack Thanksgiving food bags for area veterans
On Saturday, Nov. 23, Van Buren County Veterans Services and other volunteers packed Thanksgiving food bags that were then picked up by area veterans. It marked the second year for the Thanksgiving food bag distribution.Photos courtesy/Paul DeYoung
Paw Paw man faces multiple charges after he led authorities on slow speed pursuit
By Paul GarrodStaff Writernews4garrod@gmail.com PAW PAW – A 60-year-old Paw Paw man faces multiple charges, including flee and elude, and outstanding warrants, after he led authorities on a slow speed pursuit that began in the Village of Paw Paw.Van Buren…
12-year-old faces charges for making phone call threats to area school districts
By Paul GarrodStaff Writernews4garrod@gmail.com A 12-year-old faces charges for making phone call threats to the Paw Paw and Mattawan school districts, according to a press release from the Van Buren County Sheriff’s Office.Van Buren County Sheriff Daniel Abbott said that…
Saugatuck’s ‘A Christmas Carol’ unites with charity group to help community
From the first “Bah! Humbug!” to the last “God Bless Us, Every One!” the 38th annual production of Saugatuck’s “A Christmas Carol” starting Dec. 13 will be linked as closely as it ever has been to the true meaning of…
Library partners with bookstore to share the joy of reading
The Saugatuck-Douglas District Library is thrilled to announce the return of its annual holiday book drive. Community members are invited to share the joy of reading by purchasing a book to be added to the Library’s shelves.The Library has offered…
Saugatuck Township receives $140k for safe streets and roads
Grant will allow the township to develop comprehensive safety action planSaugatuck Township has been awarded a $140,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) program. This grant will enable the township to develop…
Otsego’s Hometown Christmas scheduled for Dec. 7
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be in one of those Christmas movies that air on the Hallmark Channel?If so, then Together Otsego Prospers (TOP) invites you to come out for the…
Plainwell prepares to Light Up the Night on Dec. 6
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor The annual Light Up the Night celebration in downtown Plainwell is always a special event, as it helps to kick off the Christmas season.This year, the event will include an extra element that will make it…
Misuse of funds being investigated
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor The alleged misuse of funds involving the parent club of a local elementary school is currently being investigated.Although specific details have not yet been revealed, the investigation centers on a former member of the Gilkey Elementary…
Downtown Allegan prepares for Festive Fridays
By Gari Voss December 2024 presents three Fridays for Downtown Allegan to turn into mini celebrations. On those three Fridays, stores remain open until 8pm. Along with the extended store hours, there are additional events. Each year, residents and visitors…
Cocaine valued at $4 million seized in Martin Township
Allegan County Sheriff’s deputies seized 120 pounds of cocaine after they stopped a semi-truck on U.S. Highway 131 in Martin Township, early this week.Officials said the truck was pulled over during a routine commercial vehicle inspection when deputies became suspicious…
Perrigo named Mayor, Morgan Mayor Pro-Tem
By Gari Voss The new council members were seated at the desk for the Monday, November 25, 2024, meeting. City Manager Joel Dye ran the meeting until the mayor and mayor pro tem were elected. An addition to the agenda…
TR Commission gives go-ahead torental homes development
By Rick CordesC-N correspondent THREE RIVERS – Allen Edwin will begin construction of 37 rental units in the Three Rivers Meadows subdivision following approval by the Three Rivers City Commission of the builder’s proposal.Commissioners, in regular session Tuesday, Nov. 18,…
Christmas Around Town returns to Three Rivers
By Rick CordesC-N Correspondent THREE RIVERS – The highly anticipated Christmas Around Town event will sleigh into Three Rivers on Friday, Nov. 29 and will feature a variety of activities and opportunities for young, recently young, and more “seasoned” celebrants.Horse…
Preliminary hearing waived in case of woman accused of murdering 2-year-old child
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director CENTREVILLE — A preliminary hearing in the case of a woman accused of murdering her 2-year-old child was waived last week.According to the St. Joseph County 3B District Court, 21-year-old Paige Nichole Bohne waived the preliminary…
Sturgis students get taste of authentic Japanese fare from chef John Sugimura
By Dennis Volkert Students at Sturgis Public Schools got a taste of Japanese food and culture from John Sugimura, a second-generation Japanese chef.The meal featured yakitori and yakisoba, a Japanese type of grilled chicken skewers, grilled noodles and vegetables.“It’s nutritious,…
County Administrator receives two-year contract extension
By Jef Rietsma CENTREVILLE – St. Joseph County Administrator Teresa Cupp has agreed to a two-year contract renewal.The matter was confirmed during Tuesday’s St. Joseph County Board of Commissioners meeting.Cupp, a 50-year-old Mendon Township resident, is completing her seventh year…
