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5K Freedom Run/Walk next Saturday
2023 5K run, photo by S. Landon By Pat MaurerCorrespondent A website about the annual 5K Freedom Run/Walk says, “Gear up for an electrifying experience at the 13th Annual Freedom 5K Run/Walk, where each stride celebrates the valiant heart of…
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We had a major technical issue, requiring us to rebuild from scratch. Please excuse the mess while we rebuild. In the meantime, you can reach us at wilcoxnewspapers@gmail.com or 269-657-5080. Thanks!
Fire Chief: Electrical short caused barn fire at fairgrounds
An aerial view of the aftermath of a barn fire at the St. Joseph County Fairgrounds Saturday. Centreville’s fire chief said Tuesday the cause of the fire was an electrical short on a power pole. (Photo courtesy Todd Haifley) By…
Rare Cicadas emerge in Chambers County
A cicada attaches itself to a porch screen. By John BriceCorrespondent Springtime is that season every year when the unusual insects known as cicadas hatch in droves, however, this year will be especially notable due to an occurrence that hasn’t…
District: Online threat closed White Pigeon schools Friday
White Pigeon Junior/Senior High School, as well as Central Elementary, were closed Friday due to an online threat against White Pigeon Community Schools. (Photo via Google Maps) By Robert TomlinsonNews Director WHITE PIGEON — White Pigeon Community Schools was closed…
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Sports
Roundabout dig takes negotiating too
James Bowen joined Capizzo Studio owner Nick Cappelletti last week wondering why roundabout milling started before entry to their shop. (Photo by Scott Sullivan) By Scott SullivanEditorNo one likes road construction — until it’s over. Some Blue Star Highway businesses…
LaFayette Piggly Wiggly under new ownership
Jordan WilcoxAssistant Publisher Last week, Nikki and Tushar Patel announced that they were the new owners of the LaFayette Piggly Wiggly. “We are so excited to be here and have big plans for LaFayette Piggly Wiggly,” said Nikki Patel to…
Marion Village Market closure stuns residents
By Genine Hopkins The sudden closure of the Marion Village Market this past Sunday, April 14, at 9 p.m. stunned residents who for months, had heard rumors of the grocery store being purchased by Roger’s in Lake. Rumors floated since…
Fire Chief: Electrical short caused barn fire at fairgrounds
An aerial view of the aftermath of a barn fire at the St. Joseph County Fairgrounds Saturday. Centreville’s fire chief said Tuesday the cause of the fire was an electrical short on a power pole. (Photo courtesy Todd Haifley) By…
Wolverine Conference honors local scholar-athletes
Issac Veen (left) and Olivia Perrin were the 2024 Wolverine Conference Scholar-Athletes from Plainwell. (Photo provided) Ben Ernstes (left) and Chad Goodrich were Otsego’s Wolverine Conference Scholar-Athlete honorees. (Photo provided) By Jason WesseldykSports Editor Each year, the Wolverine Conference honors…
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Columns
Artwork from PHS students featured in area art show
A total of six Plainwell High School students were part of the High School Area Art Show. (Photo provided) Plainwell High School student Jacob Erdody is seen by his artwork that was included in the High School Area Art Show.…
Rural route
Saugatuck High School track team members ran circle with Martin and Black River peers and rivals April 17 on the Martin High School oval. (Photo by Scott Sullivan)
Faces in the Crowd: Michigan State Police F/Lt. Travis House, Cadillac Post
Marion Press: Would you tell us about your background where you were born, where you were raised, and your education? First Lieutenant Travis House: I was born in Cadillac, raised in this area, went to Mesick Schools, and graduated from Mesick…
Celebrity chef Jet Tila visits Constantine schools
Celebrity chef and Food Network personality Jet Tila (right) serves up some of his Hawaiian fried rice with teriyaki chicken to Aleeah Northrop (second from left) and Addison Townsend (left) during a lunch period cooking demonstration at Constantine Middle School…
Neighbors object to Hutchins Lake marina plans
By Scott SullivanEditorFifty-seven Hutchins Lake residents have sued to stop a developer from building what they call an illegally-permitted marina on the lake’s northeast side.David DeGroot, whose DeGroot Family Trust owns 79 acres, subdivided into 11 lots, with 500 feet…
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Obituaries
Faces in the Crowd: Michigan State Police F/Lt. Travis House, Cadillac Post
Marion Press: Would you tell us about your background where you were born, where you were raised, and your education? First Lieutenant Travis House: I was born in Cadillac, raised in this area, went to Mesick Schools, and graduated from Mesick…
Allegan Rotary celebrates its 100th anniversary
Allegan Rotarians past and present gathered at The Silo on Fri., Apr. 26, 2024, to celebrate 100 years of service to the Allegan area and to begin looking forward. Allegan Rotary Club, No. 1709, March 29, 1965. The businessmen and…
Fire engulfs, destroys barn at St. Joseph County fairgrounds
Firefighters work to put out a fire that occurred at Barn 42 on the St. Joseph County fairgrounds Saturday afternoon. (COMMERCIAL-NEWS | ROBERT TOMLINSON) By Robert TomlinsonNews Director CENTREVILLE — A fire erupted at a barn on the St. Joseph…
Neighbors object to Hutchins Lake marina plans
By Scott SullivanEditorFifty-seven Hutchins Lake residents have sued to stop a developer from building what they call an illegally-permitted marina on the lake’s northeast side.David DeGroot, whose DeGroot Family Trust owns 79 acres, subdivided into 11 lots, with 500 feet…
Former Allegan Aquatics Director sentenced to 7-15 years
Scott Simmons By Jordan WilcoxAssistant Publisher Scott Simmons, the former Aquatics Director for Allegan Public Schools, will live the next 7-15 years behind bars, after pleading guilty to criminal sexual conduct with a student.On Monday, Judge Matt Antkoviak of the…
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