By John RaffelCorrespondent MATTAWAN — Mattawan’s hockey team entered this week with a record of 16-3-1 overall and was tied for first place in the South Central High School League with a 4-0-1 record.Kalamazoo Loy Norrix is in second place in the league at 5-1-1 and 14-6-1 Portage Northern is third at 3-3-0 and 10-9-0. Read More…
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Person falls into Lake Michigan while walking on ice shelf
“The Lake Michigan shoreline snow shelves and ice-covered piers are beautiful and inviting. And very dangerous!” South Haven authorities wrote in a Facebook post.A person fell through the ice shelf near the South Haven pier on Wednesday, plunging them into the icy water. South Haven Area Emergency Services (SHAES) are now reminding Michiganders to avoid Read More…
Sub-zero temps create emergencies for public works
The recent sub-zero temperatures that have swept the area have proven to be a challenge in many ways, including burst water pipes. Public works employees have the unenviable task of responding to those types of emergencies as pictured here on Saturday in the City of South Haven. The temperature had “climbed” to two degrees when Read More…
South Haven Speakers Series announces its 12th season speaker lineup
By James Windell The South Haven Speakers Series just announced its lineup for the 2026 season – its 12th year of bringing topnotch speakers and compelling topics to South Haven.The four programs this year address major issues that shape our world and our community.The South Haven Speakers Series Board President Elaine Stephens noted that this season’s topics Read More…
South Haven School Board unanimously approves teachers salary agreement
By James Windell The South Haven School Board unanimously approved the salary agreement for teachers at the regular School Board meeting on January 21, 2026.The teacher’s union had already ratified the agreement on January 13, 2026 after the School District and the teachers came to an agreement on January 8, 2026.According to the South Haven Read More…
Upgrades made at Lawrence Township Emergency Services
Lawrence Township Emergency Services has upgraded the capabilities of one of its vehicles. Utility truck 1780 was equipped with a plow to help not only maintain the township’s emergency services facility, but also to ensure if inclement weather occurs, township first responders can still clear a path to an emergency. Lawrence Township Fire Chief William Read More…
Van Buren County Dispatch Director to retire
The Van Buren Chief’s of Police Association presented soon to be retired Van Buren Dispatch Director Tim McGee with a plaque recognizing his dedicated years of service to Van Buren County. McGee began his career in law enforcement as an officer out of state. He came to Van Buren County as a dispatcher, serving in Read More…
Mike’s Musings: Greenland Matters to U.S. Security — But Its People Should Choose Its Future
My son and I have always toyed with the idea of living in Greenland. I being drawn to the heat, couldn’t survive 50 degrees below zero. My son on the other hand is drawn towards the cold and has fancied a long stay in Nuuk, Greenland’s capital.So it is with keen interest that a major Read More…
Snow-removal emergency in Sturgis
City of Sturgis has declared a snow-removal emergency, in effect from noon today, Jan. 26, continuing until noon Monday, Dec. 27, to allow for efficient removal of snow. During the emergency, no parking is allowed on city streets. Vehicles that are in violation are subject to a fine of $50 and towing an owner’s expense.