RECURRINGSturgis Farmers Market, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. each Saturday through Sept. 27, Oak Lawn Park. AUGUSTAug. 29No classes held at Sturgis Public Schools (Labor Day weekend). SEPTEMBERSept. 1No classes held at Sturgis Public Schools (Labor Day weekend).Sturgis Township Board of Trustees meeting, 4 p.m., township hall.Sept. 5“Friday Social Night,” karaoke, 8 p.m., Sturges-Young Center for the Read More…
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Constantine leaders get first look at wastewater treatment plant Facility expected to go online within next two weeks
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director CONSTANTINE — Constantine Village Council members Thursday got their first look at a newly-renovated wastewater treatment plant prior to its launch in the next couple of weeks.The $20 million facility, which took a couple of years to complete, is expected to be put online within the next two weeks to handle Read More…
Harrison’s 19th Annual Street Fair amazes attendees
By Genine Hopkins This year it seems like the Harrison Street Fair was bigger than it has ever been, with more activities, talent, and fun for kids of all ages. The musical talent lineup was amazing and got people up dancing. The “Jaws of Life” demonstration was awe inspiring. The number of vendors was astronomical. Read More…
The Old 27 Motor Tour: Good times keep rolling
by Christopher Johnson This past weekend, Clare welcomed the return of the annual Old US 27 Motor Tour. Held every third week of August, the six-day event spans 13 cities along the historic route of the same name. Right here in Michigan.The event began with the vision of one man: Craig Parrish. Born in Lansing, Read More…
Clare hosts home invitational
By John RaffelCorrespondent CLARE — The Clare Invitational took place on Wednesday at Mid Michigan Community College for cross country runners.For Clare in the 5,000 meters 12th grade boys, it was a 24-31 win over Sanford Meridian.Clayton Peacock (17:43.77) was first for Clare while Kona Crump was fourth (18:52.75), William Warner was sixth (19:29.93), Ian Read More…
Fennville puts downtown land up for bid
BY SCOTT SULLIVAN EDITOR The City of Fennville and Fennville Downtown Development Authority are seeking qualified proposals to buy and develop two downtown properties: • 0.8 acres straddling space between Main and Fennville streets. Owned by the DDA alongside an adjacent parking lot, sellers hope the street frontage can be kept intact with parking accessible Read More…
Labor Day Bridge Walk returns Sept. 1
BY SCOTT SULLIVAN EDITOR The Labor Day Blue Star Bridge Walk will be back Monday, Sept. 1 — with a longer route this year. What would have been last year’s 26th annual crossing was canceled “due to challenges in gathering the necessary resources to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all participants and minimize disruptions Read More…
Laketown to quiz manager hopeful again
The Laketown Township Board will interview manager candidate Stephanie Fox for a third time Tuesday, Sept. 2 at 6 p.m. in the township hall, 4338 Beeline Road. Members voted 4-1 July 21to begin contract negotiations with Fox pending a review of her references. Supervisor Steven Ringelberg was the only “no” vote. The township and Fox Read More…
Seven seniors lead the way for Saugatuck volleyball
By Jason WesseldykSports EditorAs she enters her first year as head coach at the varsity level for Saugatuck, Christina Lewis likes the mix of players on her team.“This season is shaping up to be an exciting one,” said Lewis, who has coached at the sub-varsity level at Saugatuck for 23 years, including 15 at the Read More…
Blue Star
By Scott SullivanEditorPsychoGreat news on the crazy front. A new website aims to share knowledge and lead discussions about psychopathy, a disorder characterized by fearlessness, difficulty inhibiting behaviors plus severe lack of empathy and remorse.We all know psychopaths. Charles Manson, Jeffrey Dahmer, the Boston Strangler, Jack the Ripper … and those are just mass murderers. Read More…