By Jason WesseldykSports Editor On Saturday, Nov. 2, the Michigan Competing Band Association will host its State Finals at Ford Field in Detroit.And for the fourth straight year, the Plainwell High School marching band will be included in the festivities.PHS band director David Hepinstall is grateful for the opportunity to take his band back to Read More…
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor PORTAGE—Coming into this season, Otsego cross country coach Steve Long figured his girls team would be good, but he didn’t know exactly what to expect.After all, the Bulldogs graduated two of the top three runners in school history.“I knew we’d be tough, but I honestly thought this would be sort of Read More…
STURGIS—The Allegan girls swim & dive team wrapped up its regular season with a hard-fought 94-91 win over Sturgis on Tuesday, Oct. 22, securing a perfect 7-0 record in the SCC conference.“Our undefeated season has been a testament to the girls’ consistency, teamwork and determination,” Allegan coach Carol Gephart said.Lilli Kelley led the way for Read More…
Matthew Stanley Szkopiec was born on March 25, 1933, in East Chicago (Indiana Harbor), Indiana to Wincenty and Mary Szkopiec and passed away on October 22, 2024 in Holland, Michigan at the age of 91. Matthew graduated from East Chicago Washington High School in 1951. He proudly served in the United States Navy and was Read More…
Robert “Bob” Broadhurst, age 88, passed away peacefully on October 23rd, 2024 with his family by his side.Bob was born September 24, 1936 to Frank and Frieda (Mundt) Broadhurst. He graduated from Otsego High School and attended Western Michigan University until he joined the Army. He served for 2 years, after which he was employed Read More…
Donald Ray Case, 83, of Allegan, MI passed away Sunday, October 27, 2024 at his home with his family at his side. Born January 13, 1941 in Richland Township, MI, he was the son of the late Charles H. and Mabel H. (Bushee) Case and was the husband of Sandra Ellen (Ball) Case. Donald had Read More…
The Ferris State University Distinguished Alumni Award is bestowed on individuals who demonstrate leadership and service to their profession, community, service organizations and alma mater. One of four chosen for this honor this year is Allegan’s own, Dr. Paul Hodge.Dr. Paul Hodge is an accomplished optometrist and the founder of Allegan Eyecare PC, where he Read More…
On Sept 14th, at the JCI USA Annual Meeting in Cleveland Ohio, Landria Johnson was the recipient of a Ten Outstanding Young Americans Award. This is a highly prestigious award given to ten individuals between the ages of 18-40 by JCI (Junior Chamber International) USA.Landria, who is a member of the Allegan Jaycees, was nominated Read More…
By Jordan WilcoxAssistant Publisher Over the past few months, the Microsoft Corporation has been engaging in some major real estate transactions in West Michigan.This first began when the company purchased a 316-acre parcel, located at 4450 76th Street, Byron Center in Gaines Township, from Steelcase for $45.3 million.Then, just last week, Microsoft purchased two more Read More…