On 6-21-25 around 3:17pm first responders were dispatched to report a crash involving two dirt bikes on 146th Avenue near 17th Street in Dorr Township, Allegan County. One dirt bike operator was a juvenile and is in critical but stable condition. The other dirt bike operator is an adult and is reportedly in stable condition.Witnesses Read More…
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Mattawan lacrosse player headed to St. Johns
By John RaffelCorrespondent MATTAWAN — Mattawan advanced to the state semifinals in lacrosse this season and among the reasons for that success was the standout play of Brody Hergott.It was his senior season.Mattawan lost to Detroit Country Day 20-11 in a state semifinal game.“They’re a very talented squad,” Hergott said. “We came out and played Read More…
Thousands flock to South Haven beach
South Haven’s downtown flower wall, an annual creation by South Haven city gardener Ahni Turner, was the perfect invitation to beat the heat this past weekend as literally thousands flocked to the shoreline to enjoy the refreshing water of Lake Michigan. The display is on the wall of the Huntington Bank at Center and Phoenix Read More…
Groundbreaking for the Porter Legacy Dune Trails held
James Windell A groundbreaking ceremony took place on Friday, June 20, 2025, at the Porter Legacy Dunes Trail and Boardwalk, a unique new outdoor destination that will offer spectacular views of Lake Michigan and accessible recreation for all.The South Haven area already offers a variety of parks and nature areas, including beaches, hiking trails, and Read More…
Pullman sergeant dies in non-combat accident
The U.S. Department of Defense announced on Wednesday that U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Saul Fabian Gonzalez, 26, died this week in Iraq.Gonzalez was from Pullman.According to the DOD’s news release, Sergeant Gonzalez died on Tuesday, June 17, in Erbil, Iraq. The incident was non-combat related, though the details are still under investigation by military officials.U.S. Read More…
Unconscious person found floating in water hospitalized
South Haven Area Emergency Services (SHAES) responded to a report of a person in distress on Lake Michigan approximately five miles south of the lighthouse on Monday evening. SHAES was dispatched at 6 p.m.A boater reported finding an unconscious person floating in the water. The boater was unable to get the victim out of the Read More…
Life Rings and lifeguards trigger discussion again at City Council
James Windell The South Haven City Council accepted the donation of 11 Life Rings to help improve beach and river safety.While accepting the donation presented by Mandy and Ryan Servatius at the regular City Council meeting on June 16, 2025, a motion was passed moments later to hire Double Haul Solutions (DHS), a project development Read More…
Paw Paw Service League makes $2,000 for ballistic shields for police department
By Paul GarrodStaff Writernews4garrod@gmail.com PAW PAW – The Paw Paw Service League recently made a $2,000 contribution to the American Legion Post 68, to purchase Ballistic Shields for the Paw Paw Village Police Department.GVA (Gun Violence America) reported 971 cases of school shootings across the United States in 2024, (gun was brandished, fired, or bullet Read More…
Carpenter named Director of Curriculum
PAW PAW – As the new director of curriculum and instruction for Paw Paw Public Schools, Susanne Carpenter brings over 30 years of experience in public education. She has served as a su-perintendent, elementary principal, instructional specialist, teacher and adjunct professor. Known for her leadership in curriculum design, MTSS (multi-tiered system of supports), instruc-tional coaching Read More…
Paw Paw Public School Superintendent Davison named Paw Paw Lions Club “Lion of the Year”
PAW PAW – On Wednesday, June 18, Paw Paw Public Schools Superintendent Jeremy Davison received two prestigious awards for outstanding service to the Paw Paw Lions Club and the local community.The “Lion of the Year” award is a distinguished honor reserved for a club member who goes above and beyond to serve the club and Read More…