I received a phone call from a distraught reader and mother a few days ago, that really hit home. She called me because of the strong positions I have taken in past columns about Big Pharma, opioids and doctors that might administer them.I asked her to write me a letter explaining her situation. Here it Read More…
In 1951, the renown Protestant theologian, Richard Niebuhr published his important book Christ in Culture. In it, he outlines the different ways Christ, and his church is in relationship with the secular world. Seventy-two years later the book remains in print, and I have read it several times over the years to better understand the relationship between an Read More…
By Gari Voss Friday, September 8, 2023, the Allegan County Fair opened to a crowd on the Midway, in the barns and buildings, and on the Grandstand. Jake Owens and Jamison Rodgers drew a full house that enjoyed the music and conversation.Saturday, Sept. 9th began with crowded barns and buildings along with carnival goers enjoying Read More…
Nelly will perform at the Allegan County Fair later this week after he didn’t show for a concert on Saturday night.The rescheduled concert starts at 7:30 p.m. Thursday night, according to the Allegan County Fair website. Comedian Steve Treviño will begin the show.All tickets from the original date will be honored at the Thursday show, according Read More…
A former Gun Lake Casino employee has admitted to stealing more than $84,000 from the property owned and operated by the Match-E-Be-Nash-She-Wish Band of Pottawatomi Indians near Wayland.A federal grand jury in the Western District of Michigan in March indicted Jordan Lewis Clark on federal charges related to embezzlement and theft from an “Indian Tribal Read More…
By John RaffelCorrespondent ALLEGAN – Construction bidding documents are being readied by the county’s architect-engineer, Wightman Associates, for the renovation of the Courthouse and the county services building, Allegan County Commission Chairman James Storey said.“Following approval by the Board of Commissioners of layout plans for the renovation of the courthouse, bid invitations to contractors are Read More…
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor The City of Plainwell recently welcomed the newest business to its downtown shopping district.Smoke City Smoke Shop held its grand opening on Friday, Sept. 1, complete with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 10 a.m.Smoke City is located at 126 E. Bridge St. Scheduled hours of operation are 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Read More…
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor Are you someone who wants to learn more about the basics of computer and internet usage?If so, then the Ransom District Library in Plainwell has you covered.Beginning Friday, Sept. 8, Ransom is offering three weekly technology classes aimed at helping beginners become more comfortable using computers and the internet.“These workshops are Read More…
By Gari Voss The first Friday after Labor Day signals the opening of the Allegan County Fair. The fairgrounds began buzzing weeks before the fair officially would open to fairgoers at 1pm on Friday, September 8, 2023. From Sat., Sept. 9 – Sat., Sept. 16, gates open at 8am and the Commercial Exhibit Buildings are Read More…
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor Residents in Otsego Township recently received some unwelcome news regarding bulk trash pickup.The second and final pickup of the year—scheduled to take place throughout the month of October in the township’s three zones—has been canceled.Township officials made the announcement on the township’s website and via postcards that were mailed to residents.Higher-than-expected Read More…