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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…
Roundup of happenings in the Sturgis area
RECURRINGChildren’s story time, 10 a.m. each Tuesday and Friday, Sturgis District Library.Sturgis Area Model Railroaders winter hours at Sturgis Historical Museum, 6-8 p.m. Tuesday and 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, . NOVEMBERNov. 24Six Appeal, 3:30 p.m., Sturges-Young Center for the Arts, part of…
Pickup driver injured in crash with a runaway Amish buggy
By Pat MaurerCorrespondent An early evening crash between a runaway horse and buggy and a 2005 Ford F-150 pickup sent the truck driver to the hospital.A press release from Clare County Sheriff Department’s Lt. Aaron Miller said Central Dispatch received…
‘Tis the season for FUN!! More great holiday events
By Pat MaurerCorrespondent Looking for something fun to do, or great ideas for Christmas giving?There’s lots to see and do around the area and the holiday happenings have already begun!If you love Christmas decorations, local Veteran, Lecia Griffin will have…
Humphrey will continue as Clare City Mayor, Bonham as Mayor Pro-tem
By Pat MaurerCorrespondent Those attending Clare City Commission meetings won’t be seeing any major changes in the board. Commissioner re-elected Pat Humphrey as Mayor for another year at Monday’s meeting, and Bob Bonham was the board’s choice for Mayor Pro-Tem…
Township will cover treasurer in suit
By Scott Sullivan Editor Saugatuck Township’s attorney will represent treasurer and planning commission member Jon Helmrich in a developer’s lawsuit filed against him and Saugatuck Dunes Coastal Alliance president David Swan. The board Oct. 18 agreed 4-0 to do so,…
Lakeshore Drive washout-Township backs seeking new connection
By Scott Sullivan Editor “Only connect,” E.M. Forster’s advice in the novel, later made a movie “Howard’s End,” has nothing on Saugatuck Township’s Lakeshore Drive washout. The township board Nov. 13 voted to seek national designation to design and build…
Saugatuck taps Anderson as new mayor
By Scott SullivanEditorSaugatuck City Council elected Holly Anderson mayor at its post-election organizational meeting Nov. 12.Her predecessor, Lauren Stanton, was chosen mayor pro-tem for the coming year.By city charter, the outgoing council picks rotating members for one one-year term, sometimes…
County clerk Genetski is Laketown pick
By Jim HaydenCorrespondentLaketown Township agreed Nov. 13 to offer its township manager position to Allegan County Clerk and Saugatuck resident Bob Genetski.The manager search committee instructed supervisor Linda Howell to enter contract negotiations with him.The new township board made up…
Sincler named OPS Teacher of the Year
Bonnie Sincler knew from an early age the career path she wanted to follow.“Teachers have been a very influential part of what makes me who I am today,” Sincler said. “I always wanted to make that difference to someone else.”Sincler…
PHS girls basketball holds Holiday Giveback
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor The Plainwell girls basketball program is on a mission to make Christmas a little merrier for some local families.And you can help.The Trojans’ home opener against Three Rivers on Tuesday, Dec. 10, will be the Holiday…
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By Mike WilcoxPublisher We know that the holidays, “the most wonderful time of the year,” can actually be a bummer for some.We know that lack of essential food and clothing, not being able to buy meaningful Christmas gifts for your…
Art Reach unveils new pieces at the Griswold
By Gari Voss The Allegan Area Arts Council’s Art Reach Program hosted a Members’ Open House on Monday, November 18, 2024, to feature new pieces of art by area artists. This group of artwork ranges from beautiful landscapes to abstracts…
