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Airport agrees to stop cutting down trees on private property

By James Windell At a meeting last week between residents whose property abuts the South Haven Regional Airport and Airport authorities, it was agreed that trees that were obstructing the landing at the airport could be trimmed – rather than chopped down.That outcome pleased Lee and Linda Goldner as well as their neighbors. “Our meeting Read More…

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Grain bin temperature evacuates portion of Decatur

Jordan WilcoxAssistant Publisher Life is relatively quiet and peaceful in the small village of Decatur, and it rarely makes any headlines. However, on Saturday, January 10th, it was quite the opposite.The Cargill grain bins are among the village’s most recognizable landmarks. Located at the corner of East Beers and South Phelps streets, they are visible Read More…

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MSP Fire Marshal investigates fatal Paw Paw Twp. structure fire

By Paul GarrodStaff Writernews4garrod@gmail.com PAW PAW TWP. – Van Buren County Sheriff Daniel Abbott reported that on Jan. 8, at approximately 7:30 p.m., Van Buren County Sheriff’s deputies, along with the Paw Paw Fire Department, were dispatched to an active structure fire in the 38000 block of 64th Avenue, Paw Paw Township. While working to suppress the Read More…

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Paw Paw Village Council approves Strand Theater’s request to seek final approval with MLCC

By Paul GarrodStaff Writernews4garrod@gmail.com PAW PAW – The Paw Paw Village Council Monday night, Jan. 12, adopted the Local Government Approval Resolution for the Strand Theater to apply for a Redevelopment Liquor License for the theater.With preliminary approval by the Paw Paw Village Council final approval lies with the State Liquor Control Commission when it Read More…

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Indivisible holds candlelight vigil for ICE shooting victim

PAW PAW – Indivisible Paw Paw joined more than 1,000 demonstrations last weekend as part of the “ICE Out for Good” weekend (Jan. 10-11), that took place across the United States to protest Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and demand accountability for lost lives.On Friday, Jan. 9, Indivisible Paw Paw held a Candlelight Vigil in Read More…

Albion Recorder & Morning Star News

Albion Elks Lodge Donates $6,000 to Local Food Access

By Maggie LaNoue The Albion Elks Lodge #1798 recently presented a $6,000 donation to the Community Table of Albion, marking the largest single contribution the lodge has made to the local food assistance program and bringing its three-year total support to $12,000. The presentation took place during a lodge meeting at the Albion Elks Lodge, Read More…

Commercial-News, Penny Saver, & Sturgis Sentinel Sports

Wrestling Roundup Three Rivers undefeated atTR Super Duals

THREE RIVERS — Three Rivers’ wrestling team earned an undefeated 5-0 record at the Three Rivers Super Duals Saturday.The Wildcats defeated Constantine 55-22, Thornapple Kellogg 68-10, Portage Northern 62-11, Hamilton 73-6, and Niles 69-9.Ten wrestlers earned medals on the day for Three Rivers. Going 5-0 on the day were Owen Moreland, Kyler Snellenberger, Brody Morrill, Read More…

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Bowling Roundup Three Rivers rolls past Vicksburg

KALAMAZOO — Three Rivers’ bowling teams took home victories against Vicksburg Monday at Airway Fun Center in Kalamazoo.The boys’ team defeated the Bulldogs 19.5-10.5, squeaking out the victory in the last few frames. Nick Allen led the Wildcats with a 234, Ashton Lahman had a 224, and Mason Wolfe had a 204 to round out Read More…

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Out and About: New Year, grilled cheese, and a few facts

“The purpose of life is to live it, to taste experience to the utmost, to reach out eagerly and without fear for newer and richer experience.” -Eleanor RooseveltWelcome 2026. May this year bring us all more together and more understanding of our fellow man than we did in 2025. I’m thinking that if we all Read More…

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Flower power: Constantine grad, former Sturgis flower shop owner leads floral design for award-winning Rose Parade float

By Robert TomlinsonNews Director PASADENA, Calif. — One of the great American traditions on New Year’s Day has been the Rose Parade in Pasadena, Calif., which has been held on New Year’s Day nearly every year since 1890. The parade features brightly-colored flower-adorned floats, marching bands, and equestrian units, and is watched by hundreds of Read More…