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Saugatuck and Douglas city council elections — each for three open, two-year seats — will be essentially uncontested Tuesday, Nov. 7. In Saugatuck, incumbent Russ Gardner will join prospective newcomers Holly Anderson and Logan White. Current council member Garnet Lewis…

Renee Zita’s family goes back. Renaldis since 1930 have lived in, created and loved these parts. Take Mt. Baldhead, as her pictures show.  Rising through fall hues 302 steps from parking lot to summit, the natural asset is sensitive. In…

By Jim Hayden Correspondent Four write-in candidates are seeking four open seats on the Fennville City Commission in the Nov. 7 election. Polls are open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. at city hall, 125 S. Maple St. There are no…

By Gari Voss Hear Ye, Hear Ye! The Allegan County Clerk posted: TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS: OF THESE ALLEGAN COUNTY CITIES: DOUGLAS, FENNVILLE, HOLLAND, SAUGATUCK, SOUTH HAVEN AND WAYLAND; OF THESE ALLEGAN COUNTY TOWNSHIPS: GUN PLAIN, HOPKINS, MARTIN, OTSEGO, TROWBRIDGE…

Pictured from the Allegan Fire District from L to R: Rose Evans, Lt. Zack Fuller, Lt. Chris Goodman, Andrew Snyder, Capt. Bruce Maurer, Brian Baker, Jason Baker, Cory Krotz, Chief Nick Brink, and Daniel. Firemen Cory Krotz (back) and Jason…

Protesters assemble outside of the Board of Education meeting. Assistant Superintendent David Owen counter protests. By John BriceCorrespondent Protesters from LaFayette Teachers Against Displacement made their voices heard loud and clear at the Chambers County Board of Education Meeting on…

By John BriceCorrespondent Details on the conclusion of an investigation by the Lanett Police Department into injuries to a student at Huguley Elementary School were revealed in a press release on Thursday, October 26th of 2023. Briefly stated in the…

LAWRENCE – Following the recent death of the beloved deer, “Annie”, who resided in the Lawrence community, Village of Lawrence Police Chief Paul Bianco issued the following statement, “The Village of Lawrence and the Lawrence Police Department are saddened by…

By Paul GarrodStaff Writer LAWRENCE – A Pokagon Tribal Police Officer who euthanized a beloved deer in the Lawrence community was terminated from his position, Friday, Oct. 27, according to a press release from the Pokagon Tribal Police.Pokagon Tribal Police…

By Paul GarrodStaff Writer LAWRENCE – Voters in the Lawrence School District will go to the polls on Nov. 7 to vote on a 2023 Bond Proposal.If approved, the bond will extend the current millage two years and generate $2.1…

By Paul GarrodStaff Writer ALMENA TWP. – Two people were turned over to the Kalamazoo County Sheriff’s Office on unrelated charges following a structure fire of unknown origin that occurred early Saturday morning, Oct. 28, in Almena Township, according to…

Incumbent Pat Dane (left) and challenger John Kish (right) are vying for the First District seat on the Three Rivers City Commission in the Nov. 7 general election. (Photos provided) By Robert TomlinsonNews Director Editor’s Note: Four seats on the…

Incumbent At-Large Three Rivers City Commissioner Torrey Brown (top) and challenger Jason Reeves (bottom) will view for an at-large seat on the Three Rivers City Commission in the Nov. 7 election. Brown photo provided; Reeves photo credit: Commercial-News | Robert…

By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — A draft of proposed rules for Three Rivers’ newest dog park will have to sit and stay just a bit longer before they’re approved.On Monday, the Three Rivers Planning Commission tabled a set…

Alan Albarran has been appointed to a 2nd precinct seat on Sturgis City Commission. Dennis Volkert photo By Dennis Volkert  Alan Albarran was appointed Wednesday to a 2nd Precinct seat on Sturgis City Commission, to fulfill the unexpired term of Brandon…

Sturgis City Hall Sturgis City Commission on Wednesday approved revisions to a contract for clerk/treasurer Ken Rhodes.The contract addresses two details of the position. It outlines and clarifies duties, benefits and supervision. City charter outlines the clerk and treasurer positions,…

Sturges-Young Center for the Arts presents “Monster Mash” Oct. 28, 8 p.m.-midnight.It’s billed as a scary evening of fun in a Haunted Mansion-themed atmosphere. The event is for ages 21 and up.Basic admission is $15. A party pack is available for…

Sturgis Public Schools finance committee met Oct. 12 and outlined funding and scheduling recommendations and revised a project list for the 2023-24 academic year. Members present were superintendent Art Ebert; board of education members Ben Myers, Betsie Drumm and Kerri Millett;…

Shown here are morning Kindergarten students with staff from Clare Primary. They learned about “Fire Safety in the Kitchen,” and how to protect themselves in case of a fire. By Pat MaurerCorrespondent October 9th marked the first day of Fire…

By Pat Maurer In addition to Trick or Treat in Clare and surrounding communities on Halloween (see times in Halloween Trick or Treat article), there’s plenty of activity planned for this weekend right through October 31.October 28: Clare Pumpkin 5K…