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Allegan boys bowling remains unbeaten
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor KALAMAZOO—The SAC boys bowling match between Allegan and Parchment at Revel and Roll on Wednesday, Jan. 10, turned out to be more of a mismatch.The Tigers won both baker games and both match-play games to cruise…
Obituary: Allyson Elizabeth (Wall) Evans
Allyson Elizabeth (Wall) Evans, 20, of Allegan, MI passed away unexpectedly on Sunday morning, January 7, 2024. Born into the loving arms of Rodney and Jean (Rial) Wall on August 13, 2003, she was a gift from God from her…
Obituary: George F Bush Sr.
George F Bush Sr., 88 years old, began his external life in Heaven on Christmas Day in his home surrounded by family, cats and three dogs. George was born in Allegan and raised in a loving home with 4 siblings,…
Obituary: Arlene J. Sebright
Arlene passed away, Friday, January 12, 2024, at Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids. She was born February 17, 1937, in Hopkins, the daughter of Gerhardt and Esther (Schafer) Kerber. Arlene worked as a custodian for Hopkins Public Schools for 30…
Life as Performance Art
When I was old enough I joined the Odd Fellows lodge. There wasn’t much choice in the matter, as the men in our family had been members for over a century. I was initiated and encouraged to attend their monthly…
Snow, frigid temperatures signals arrival of winter
By Gari Voss The meteorologists said the snow was coming, and that it did. The heavy, wet sloppy mess came in first. The sludge was plowed and shoveled out of the way. There was muttering from those who had just…
Mike’s Musings: Local newspapers are the lifeblood of the community
I have a confession to make. I’m a local newspaper addict. I write them, I sell them, and most importantly I read every single one I can get my hands on.Unfortunately, or maybe fortunately depending on your viewpoint, I also…
Mike’s Musings: Growing old, not in the cards
After hip replacement surgery and a scheduled knee surgery, I still say I’m not getting old even though my age, and sometimes my body would disagree..Turning 30 never bothered me. Ditto when I celebrated my 40th. But now that I’m…
MI Grounds offers play cafe in downtown Plainwell
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor Like many in her generation, Rae Ann Ciokiewicz has fond memories of visiting McDonald’s and having a good time in the Play Place.“The children would get to play and enjoy a Happy Meal while our parents…
Chamber of Commerce recognizes local businesses
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor The Otsego-Plainwell Area Chamber of Commerce recently honored several businesses and individuals in the area.As part of its annual Night of Recognition celebration, the chamber paid tribute to its award winners in five categories: Small Business…
Lifelong Learners celebrate the holiday season
The Lifelong Learners program held its Holiday Celebration at the Plainwell High School Performing Arts Center on Tuesday, Dec. 19.The event, a collaborative effort between the community education departments from Plainwell and Otsego, offered senior citizens the opportunity to get…
Allegan boys bowling stays unbeaten
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor SOUTH HAVEN—It was an epic battle for the ages when the boys bowling teams from Allegan and South Haven faced off on Tuesday, Dec. 12.Okay. So maybe that’s a little big over the top.But the showdown…
Otsego uses team effort to upend Three Rivers
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor OTSEGO—It truly was a team effort for the Otsego boys basketball squad in its Wolverine Conference clash with Three Rivers on Thursday, Dec. 21.All 11 players on the Bulldogs’ active roster score at least three points…
Obituary: Thomas Arthur Geib
Thomas Arthur Geib, age 62, passed away peacefully on December 15, 2023. He spent his last few days with family and friends by his side after a long battle with lung disease. He appreciated all the well wishes from everyone,…
Obituary: Nancy Lee Smalla
Nancy Lee Smalla, 81, of Allegan, MI passed away Wednesday, December 20, 2023 at Wings Home. Born March 15, 1942 in Allegan, she was the daughter of the late Alton Brownell and Mary Elizabeth (Gant) Gorter and was the wife…
Life as Performance Art
It is the time of year when we start drawing up our list of New Years Resolutions. Adults do it, even if they know they will shatter everyone of them by the first week in January. Many of us will trot…
Celebrate New Year’s Eve on Allegan’s Riverfront
By Gari Voss Sunday, December 31, 2023, brings celebrations of all sizes and shapes. In Allegan, it means time with family and friends mingling along the Riverfront, enjoying the fire pit, listening to live music, dancing to a silent disco,…
Sheriff’s Department sports new black uniforms
By John RaffelCorrespondent ALLEGAN – It’s a new year coming up and a new look for the county’s sheriff department.Allegan County Commission chairman James Storey said deputies are sporting new black uniforms as part of an effort to improve the…
Allegan man dies when vehiclehits tree
By John RaffelCorrespondent ALLEGAN – Allegan County Sheriff’s Department reported that Allegan County Central Dispatch on Christmas Day evening received a call from a passerby regarding a crash on 104th Ave east of 32nd St in Trowbridge Township.Deputies say first responders arriving…
Mike’s Musings: Ditch the resolution, for promises that can be accomplished
I never thought I would be writing about 2024. When I was a youngster, the year 2000 seemed so futuristic, let alone 2024. We are almost a quarter of the way through the 21st Century, yet my mind always reverts…
