Delia Evelyn Church (DeHoog), age 87, passed into Glory on October 3, 2022. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Her legacy of family and friends is vast. Her seven children called her blessed. Grandchildren and great-grandchildren will share stories for a long time. She loved the Lord and longed for others to know Read More…
In less than 30 days, Americans will be asked to cast their ballots for the candidates and proposals of their choice. I am not here to write in support of any one candidate or proposal; however I am here to request that you exercise your right to vote.I know you’ve heard this before, but this Read More…
Growing up, I had no need for an alarm clock ringing in my ears. I was awakened by the hideous stench of The Olds plugging in the percolator for their first cup of coffee. I don’t know the name of the brand, but in those dawn hours I would have preferred the aroma of a well-ripening roadkill Read More…
by Leslie Ballard Three candidates have thrown their hats in the ring for the two Allegan Public Schools (APS) School Board seats being vacated by Jennifer Nicholson and Troy Carns. The new board members will serve a six-year term. Nicholson and Carns chose not to run again.Mary ColbornCandidate Mary Colborn is an Allegan native who Read More…
At top left: The band Funktion performs Saturday night, Oct. 8, 2022, during the annual Fennville Goose Festival. The weekend-long event included a parade, car show, 5k run, food, market and carnival rides. Above: Fennville celebrated Goose Festival with its annual parade on Saturday, Oct. 8, 2022, in downtown. Above, members of the Fennville, Pullman Read More…
By Gari Voss Allegan. Speak Up! will gather on Saturday, October 15, 2022 at the corner of Hubbard and Cedar (M40/M89) Streets. This will be an educational event to answer questions regarding Women’s Rights and Proposal 3.Eddie Quinones-Walker shared, “Allegan Speak Up! was formed to provide a platform for Allegan residents to advocate for solutions Read More…
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor OTSEGO—A wild crow in Otsego tested positive for West Nile virus, the Allegan County Health Department announced last week.The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services informed the ACHD of the positive test on Thursday, Sept. 29.The bird was found dead in a yard.There have been no reported or confirmed cased Read More…
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor Purple Week at Otsego High School was a rousing success, according to Otsego Public Schools director of communications Holly McCaw.“One thing that really stands out right now is just how many people got involved in this week this year,” said McCaw, who serves as the organizer for the bi-annual event. “We Read More…
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor Roads allow us to travel far and wide.And on Thursday, Oct. 13, you can learn more about the evolution of roads in the state of Michigan.As part of its monthly Historical Happenings Program, the Otsego Area Historical Museum will present “Indian Trails to Interstates: The History of Michigan Roads.”Allegan County Historical Read More…
By John RaffelCorrespondent OTSEGO — Otsego chief Brad Misner, has announced the city is accepting resumes for a full-time police officer position from qualified candidates.The City of Otsego has 24-hour police coverage to the citizens of Otsego.An announcement by the city on the position points out the hours consist of 12-hour shifts, both days and Read More…