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JPS board votes to remove Derek Dobies as vice president

JPS board votes to remove Derek Dobies as vice president

Editorial StaffJun 20, 20253 min read

By ELIZABETH FERSZT Contributing Writer Jackson Public Schools Board of Education held its regular meeting Tuesday night where they removed Board Member Derek Dobies from his position as vice president, by his own motion to resign, but did not remove…

Justin Jamar Hunter arraigned in connection to Albion shooting

Justin Jamar Hunter arraigned in connection to Albion shooting

Editorial StaffJun 20, 20252 min read

By Kara DeChalk Contributing Writer On Sunday, June 15, Albion Department of Public Safety was dispatched to the Kennedy Street side of the apartment complex located in the 500 block of W. Broadwell Street, in Albion on reports of a…

Busy weekend for Albion Public Safety, as city logs over 50 calls for service

Editorial StaffJun 20, 20254 min read

By Kara DeChalk Contributing Writer At Monday’s City council meeting, Albion Department of Public Safety Chief Aaron Phipps gave an overview of the weekend’s events. Amid two days of seemingly non-stop mobile nuisance parties, commonly referred to as X-Train parties,…

Protestors gather at Michigan Ave. and Wildwood in Jackson

Protestors gather at Michigan Ave. and Wildwood in Jackson

Editorial StaffJun 20, 20252 min read

By ELIZABETH FERSZT Contributing Writer Several protestors gathered at the curving corner of Michigan Ave. and Wildwood Ave., as it becomes Washington St. in downtown Jackson, on Thursday evening, June 12. Based on their signage, this was a pro-democracy, pro-Constitution,…

Water Festival deemed ‘successful’ in spite of rain, overcast weather

Water Festival deemed ‘successful’ in spite of rain, overcast weather

Editorial StaffJun 20, 20256 min read

By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — Although there was a light steady rain on one of its three days, organizers of this year’s Three Rivers Water Festival say for the most part, this year’s festival was still a fairly…

‘Sturgis Fest’ opens June 24. Harlan Blood, Mary Haylett are Citizens of the Year

‘Sturgis Fest’ opens June 24. Harlan Blood, Mary Haylett are Citizens of the Year

Editorial StaffJun 20, 20254 min read

By Dennis Volkert “Sturgis Fest” 2025 takes place June 24-28.This year’s theme is “Traveling Through Time.”It opens with the kickoff dinner, a tradition that includes honoring Citizens of the Year. Recipients for 2025 are Harlan Blood and Mary Haylett. Sturgis…

News Briefs

Editorial StaffJun 20, 20251 min read

Maintenance on Fourth Street continuesCity of Sturgis tree maintenance contractor is working on Fourth Street, from Chicago Road to Congress Street, through June 27. At times, those streets will be closed as crews use a crane as part of the work…

Roundup of happenings in the Sturgis area

Editorial StaffJun 20, 20252 min read

RecurringSturgis Farmers Market, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. each Saturday through Sept. 27, Oak Lawn Park.  JUNEJune 22“Jesus March,” 3-11 p.m., beginning at Free Church Park. June 23Sturgis City Commission meeting, 6 p.m., city hall (moved from typical Wednesday meeting slot, due to…

STATE CHAMPIONS!

STATE CHAMPIONS!

Editorial StaffJun 20, 20251 min read

The Mendon Hornets softball team lifts up and celebrates with the MHSAA Division 4 softball state championship trophy in an impromptu celebration in the middle of West Main Street in Mendon Saturday evening in front of a legion of Mendon…

Clare fans celebrate softball team’s success

Clare fans celebrate softball team’s success

Editorial StaffJun 20, 20252 min read

By John RaffelCorrespondent EAST LANSING — Clare softball fans showed up in huge numbers to watch their Pioneers bid for a state title at Michigan State University on Friday and Saturday.They cheered loudly when Clare won 2-1 on Friday and…

Clare’s Summerfest is here?

Clare’s Summerfest is here?

Editorial StaffJun 20, 20252 min read

Clare, Michigan, is set to host its much-anticipated Summerfest from June 20 to June 22, 2025. This annual celebration promises a weekend filled with community spirit, entertainment, and new attractions.clarecounty.com Event HighlightsDates: June 20–22, 2025Location: Downtown Clare, MIAdmission: Free Key…

Court sides with city on floating homes dispute

Editorial StaffJun 18, 20252 min read

By Scott SullivanEditorThe Michigan Court of Appeals June 12 upheld the City of Saugatuck’s right to regulate — and possibly remove — four floating homes placed three years ago next to the west Chain Ferry landing.In an 18-page opinion issued…

Otsego announces schedule for summer events

Otsego announces schedule for summer events

Editorial StaffJun 18, 20253 min read

By Jason WesseldykSports Editor Fun, family-friendly summer activities are back in Otsego.Summer Fun Nights will take place each Tuesday evening at 6 p.m. at the TOP Pavilion through July 29, while Summer Events at Northside Park will take place each…

Color Our World Color Run brings smiles to Plainwell

Color Our World Color Run brings smiles to Plainwell

Editorial StaffJun 18, 20253 min read

By Jason WesseldykSports Editor Plainwell was a colorful place to be on Saturday, June 7.That’s because the Ransom District Library hosted the Color Our World Color Run to celebrate the start of its summer reading program.A free event, the Color…

Terms ending for several members of Plainwell City Council

Editorial StaffJun 18, 20252 min read

By John RaffelCorrespondent PLAINWELL — It was pointed out at the recent Plainwell city meeting several board members’ terms end on June 30, 2025.Clerk Leonard has confirmed with each candidate their willingness to serve for another term. It was noted…

Bridgefest 2025 welcomes thousands to Downtown and the Riverfront

Bridgefest 2025 welcomes thousands to Downtown and the Riverfront

Editorial StaffJun 18, 20253 min read

By Gari Voss The day could not have been more beautiful as Bridgefest 2025 rang in summer for Allegan, MI on Saturday, June 14, 2025. Locust Street offered the Art Market and community tents. Brady Street above Mahan Park and…

Fennville amphitheater, splash pad donations come pouring in

Editorial StaffJun 18, 20252 min read

Through hundreds of donations totaling tens of thousands of dollars, a project to bring a new park with an amphitheater and splash pad to downtown Fennville has received a major boost.  The city of Fennville reached its goal in a crowdfunding campaign…

Floating car, dragon boats featured at Harborfest

Floating car, dragon boats featured at Harborfest

Editorial StaffJun 18, 20251 min read

Parking in South Haven can be a challenge, especially during the busy summer months. Unless you are inventive and “drive” a floating car. That was the scene on Saturday when boats of all sorts participated in the 44th Michigan Maritime Museum…

New community soccer field dedicated

New community soccer field dedicated

Editorial StaffJun 18, 20251 min read

By Tom Renner A vision 21 years in the making became a reality on Friday (June 13) when the South Haven Area Recreation Authority (SHARA) and its many donor friends celebrated the opening of three new community soccer fields at…

School Board names Jegier “Teacher of the Year”

School Board names Jegier “Teacher of the Year”

Editorial StaffJun 18, 20251 min read

Andrea Jegier was presented with the Teacher of the Year Award at the South Haven School Board meeting on June 11, 2025. Andrea is a K-5 English Language Development Teacher and English Language Coordinator for South Haven Public Schools.