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July 4 rain ends in reign of flame

July 4 rain ends in reign of flame

Editorial StaffJul 9, 20251 min read

Rain and lightning reigned on the planned Friday, Fourth of July morning parade though Saugatuck, causing its cancelation to the disappointment of Saugatuck-Douglas Area Convention & Visitors Bureau sponsors, volunteers, participants and spectators. Among those showing up were colorfully-dressed Saugatuck-Douglas…

Lyrics on the Lawn returns to Otsego Library in August

Lyrics on the Lawn returns to Otsego Library in August

Editorial StaffJul 9, 20253 min read

By Jason WesseldykSports Editor Since making its debut more than a decade ago, the Lyrics on the Lawn concert series has become a summer tradition at Otsego District Public Library.And this year is no different.Lyrics on the Lawn is back…

City of Otsego adds another internet option

Editorial StaffJul 9, 20253 min read

By Jason WesseldykSports Editor City of Otsego residents will soon have another option when it comes to internet service.On Monday, July 14, Surf Internet will begin install fiber internet throughout the majority of the City.A groundbreaking ceremony is scheduled to…

Otsego updates chicken ordinance

Editorial StaffJul 9, 20253 min read

By Aaron MitchellOtsego City Manager Since last March, the City of Otsego has been discussing the possibility of allowing residential property owners to own chickens for the provision of eggs.To kick things off, we had a few residents come to…

Mayor and city council candidates will appear at forum

Editorial StaffJul 9, 20254 min read

James Windell One thing is certain about South Haven Mayor Annie Brown, who was elected in 2023. She loves her job as mayor.“I love being mayor,” she says. “I love the people. And I like politics – because politics means…

Garden Walk scheduled for July 12

Garden Walk scheduled for July 12

Editorial StaffJul 9, 20253 min read

By James Windell The South Haven Garden Club wants to lead you down the garden path. But that’s a good thing.You can walk down the garden path on July 12, 2025 for the 27th Annual Garden Walk. The themed trip…

Wanted fugitive taken into custody after pipe bomb standoff

Wanted fugitive taken into custody after pipe bomb standoff

Editorial StaffJul 9, 20253 min read

On Monday, July 7, Morgan Scott Parish, 58, was arraigned in 7th District Court, Paw Paw, before Honorable Judge McKay. Parish was formally charged with 18 criminal counts, including terrorism, multiple counts of assault with intent to murder, explosive-related offenses, and assaulting/resisting…

Lawton’s Summerfest to make return July 12

Lawton’s Summerfest to make return July 12

Editorial StaffJul 9, 20253 min read

By Paul GarrodStaff Writernews4garrod@gmail.com LAWTON – Following a year’s absence due to downtown road construction and improvements, the Lawton Summerfest will return July 12, according to event organizers.Highlights of the day will include a parade and fireworks at dusk.From 2…

70th annual Van Buren Youth Fair set for July 14-19

Editorial StaffJul 9, 20253 min read

By Paul GarrodStaff Writernews4garrod@gmail.com HARTFORD – A free grandstand with paid gate admission returns for a second year at the 70th annual Van Buren Youth Fair, which will get underway July 14-19, for its weeklong run.Nightly grandstand features include:Monday, July…

Boss to face second-degree murder charges

Editorial StaffJul 9, 20251 min read

A 56-year-old man is facing multiple felonies, including second-degree murder, after hitting and killing a baby with his truck.Terry Lee Boss was arraigned Thursday on charges of Second-Degree Murder, Operating While Intoxicated Causing Death and Reckless Driving Causing Death in…

Multiple illegal drugs, firearm recovered in arrest at TR hotel

Robert TomlinsonJul 3, 20251 min read

THREE RIVERS — A suspect was arrested at a Three Rivers hotel Wednesday, with multiple illegal drugs and a firearm seized. According to Michigan State Police’s Southwest Enforcement Team (SWET), police arrested an individual at the Super 8 Hotel in…

SAPS presents Cross Ages Mentoring Program leadership awards at Marshall School Board Meeting

SAPS presents Cross Ages Mentoring Program leadership awards at Marshall School Board Meeting

Editorial StaffJul 3, 20252 min read

By KARA DECHALK Contributing Writer At Monday’s Marshall School Board meeting, Andrea Armstrong, president of Substance Abuse Prevention Services gave a special awards presentation. The awards were presented on behalf of SAPS’ Across Ages Mentoring Program and Dr. Harry J.…

Art Under the Albion Tower adds music, more food, new artists

Art Under the Albion Tower adds music, more food, new artists

Editorial StaffJul 3, 20254 min read

By SYLVIA BENAVIDEZ Contributing Writer While the western parts of Calhoun County were caught under a downpour Friday, the people enjoying Art Under the Albion Tower at Crowell Park on northern Superior St. were listening to great music, line dancing,…

South Haven 4th parade on Friday, 11 am

South Haven 4th parade on Friday, 11 am

Editorial StaffJul 3, 20251 min read

The annual 4th of July Parade through downtown South Haven begins at 11:00 am on Friday, July 4, 2025. Featuring bands, decorated cars, and plenty of American flags, the parade will start at South Haven High School and follow Kalamazoo…

Three vye for mayor in SH election

Editorial StaffJul 3, 20252 min read

This year is an election year in South Haven and voters in the city will elect a mayor as well as city council members.The elections of all city officers are held on a non-partisan basis. The General City Election is…

Lawton’s Summerfest to make return July 12

Editorial StaffJul 3, 20253 min read

By Paul GarrodStaff Writernews4garrod@gmail.com LAWTON – Following a year’s absence due to downtown road construction and improvements, the Lawton Summerfest will return July 12, according to event organizers.Highlights of the day will include a parade and fireworks at dusk.From 2…