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St. Basil School Board holds its final meeting
By James Windell It was supposed to be the St. Basil Catholic School Board’s final meeting.But the May 27, 2025 meeting, at which several parents attended, went from an emotional outpouring from parents and Board members, some of whom no longer send their children to the school that is closing on June 5, to a Read More…
PPHS celebrates mural completion with Ice Bucket Challenge
What was once a plain brick wall at Paw Paw High School (PPHS) has been transformed into a stunning 1,800 square foot mural by Detroit-based artist Marlo Broughton and students from PPHS. To celebrate the completion of the mural, students recently nominated teachers, administrators, and even Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer to accept the ice bucket challenge to Read More…
Thumm named new LPS K-12 principal
LAWRENCE – Brock Thumm has been selected as the new K-12 principal at Lawrence Public Schools, according to a press release from LPS Superintendent Ryan Williamson.Williamson said of Thumm’s selection, “This decision reflects our ongoing commitment to ensuring a strong, stable, and supportive learning environment for all students. As we make this transition, we want Read More…
Cooper is speaker at Paw Paw services
Paw Paw Memorial Day services were held Memorial Day morning at Veterans Park after the parade. The speaker was Airman Bennett Cooper of Paw Paw.This was the first time since WWII that a World War II veteran was not present for this service. Our WWII generation is quickly disappearing as with past generations.Bob Adams and Read More…
Lawton Village Council hears update on village rental ordinance
By Paul GarrodStaff Writernews4garrod@gmail.com LAWTON – At the Lawton Village Council’s Tuesday, May 27, meeting, Lawton Village Council President Josh Appleby brought the village rental ordinance update to the floor for discussion, as the village attorney was present to address questions.Lawton Village Manager Todd Hackenberg recommended an implementation date longer than 30 days to educate Read More…
McGahan’s hat trick helps Three Rivers to girls’ soccer district title
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director BERRIEN SPRINGS — When you face a team that has lost only one game all year, as Three Rivers’ girls’ soccer team did in the MHSAA Division 3 district final against Buchanan Thursday, May 29, you have to know what to expect to try and counter what makes the opposition great. Read More…
Sturgis city phone lines out of service temporarily
Phone lines to city hall and other offices in Sturgis are out of service temporarily. Officials have contacted the carrier and hope to have the situation corrected as soon as possible. In the meantime, if residents have a non-emergency call for police or fire services, contact Central Dispatch, 269.467.4195. Emergency calls should be made to Read More…
Councilmember reacts to Jackson shootings
Photo by Elizabeth Ferszt Cash collection for Anthony Owens at Royal Party Store By ELIZABETH FERSZT Contributing Writer Four shootings in Jackson have resulted in three deaths and five wounded in less than a month. John Lusch, age 45, of Marshall was fatally shot April 20, on Orchard Place in Jackson. Two shootings took place Read More…
Marshall pre-graduation parade through Albion
Photo by AlbionMich.net Smiles, cheers, and school pride lit up Albion’s Superior Street Wednesday as Marshall High School seniors paraded downtown in their caps and gowns. Friends, families, and community members lined the sidewalks to celebrate the Class of 2025, with the historic Bohm Theatre and Albion’s iconic Coca-Cola mural serving as a proud backdrop. Read More…