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Groups observe Earth Day
John Pigeon coached participants as they stripped the ring growth from a log. He then assisted them in making pliable fiber to make small baskets. As the growth ring stripping is completed, John Pidgeon prepares lengths of bass wood that…
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…
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…
Election season has arrived – May 7th Proposals
By Gari Voss The presidential primaries have passed, but the May 7, 2024, Proposal Election will soon arrive. The proposals will focus on Township Proposals and School Millage Renewals or Bond Issues. This spring election can be easily overlooked, but…
Mexican national charged with home invasion, sexual assault in Sturgis incident
Miguel Hernandez-Ruiz was arraigned last week on one count of home invasion and two counts of first degree criminal sexual conduct in an alleged incident that occurred on March 20 at the Sweet Lake Mobile Home Park near Sturgis. (Photo…
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Sports
Benefit banquet raises funds for Reach the Forgotten Jail Ministry
A fundraiser banquet for Reach the Forgotten was held Thursday, April 18, at Freshwater Community Church, here. Reach the Forgotten jail ministry assists inmates in finding their faith. Funds are derived solely by donors and volunteers.Courier-Leader photos/Paul Garrod By Paul…
Mexican national charged with home invasion, sexual assault in Sturgis incident
Miguel Hernandez-Ruiz was arraigned last week on one count of home invasion and two counts of first degree criminal sexual conduct in an alleged incident that occurred on March 20 at the Sweet Lake Mobile Home Park near Sturgis. (Photo…
Clare City Commission approves oversight for airport project
Mayor Humphrey presenting Fire Chief Jim Chapman with a 15-year service recognition Fire Chief Jim Chapman with his wife and Mayor Humphrey By Pat MaurerCorrespondent Clare City Commissioners approved engineering and construction oversight by Mead & Hunt for construction of…
Earth Day celebrated at Health Center
AU Students hold a ribbon cutting for new food pantries. Volunteers build a community garden to celebrate Earth Day. By John BriceCorrespondent Volunteers from a variety of local organizations gathered at the Chambers County Health and Wellness Center to celebrate…
Woman found dead after being hit by train
The Chambers County Sheriff’s Office released more details about the incident, where a woman was hit by a train in Cusseta.According to CCSO, the sheriff’s office received a report about a person, later identified as 41-year-old Donna Michelle Watkins from…
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Columns
Earth Day celebrated at Health Center
AU Students hold a ribbon cutting for new food pantries. Volunteers build a community garden to celebrate Earth Day. By John BriceCorrespondent Volunteers from a variety of local organizations gathered at the Chambers County Health and Wellness Center to celebrate…
Mexican national charged with home invasion, sexual assault in Sturgis incident
Miguel Hernandez-Ruiz was arraigned last week on one count of home invasion and two counts of first degree criminal sexual conduct in an alleged incident that occurred on March 20 at the Sweet Lake Mobile Home Park near Sturgis. (Photo…
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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…
Grant Twp reviews budget, approves road contract
By Pat MaurerCorrespondent In his notes about the Grant Township meeting April 9th, Supervisor Dan Dysinger Jr. said, There was only a brief discussion regarding the budget which was adopted in March. It is the largest budget ever for Grant…
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Obituaries
Benefit banquet raises funds for Reach the Forgotten Jail Ministry
A fundraiser banquet for Reach the Forgotten was held Thursday, April 18, at Freshwater Community Church, here. Reach the Forgotten jail ministry assists inmates in finding their faith. Funds are derived solely by donors and volunteers.Courier-Leader photos/Paul Garrod By Paul…
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…
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…
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)
Ransom Library hosts Kids’ Day Event on Friday, May 3
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor Calling parents and guardians of children from zero to five years old.On Friday, May 3, the organization Help Me Grow Allegan is hosting a Kids’ Day Event specifically for pre-school-age children at Ransom District Library in…
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