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All four petitions for Fennville City Commission seats rejected
When voters in the City of Fennville get their ballots for the November election, they won’t see any candidates listed for four open seats on the city commission. That’s not how it began, and voters will have write-in candidates to…
Allegan rocked with sales and celebrations last weekend
By Gari Voss Visitors to Allegan during the weekend of July 27-30, 2023, participated in a variety of activities. Thursday – Saturday, local businesses held Sidewalk Sales that included special deals and events. Armed with a Passport to collect stamps…
Paw Paw Woman marks Centennial birthday with receptions
By Paul GarrodStaff Writer PAW PAW – A longtime Paw Paw woman, a World War II Army nurse, was honored by Van Buren County Commissioners, Tuesday, July 25, to honor her 100th birthday, which was Monday, July 24.In a proclamation,…
Man drowns in Bangor Twp pond
By Paul GarrodStaff Writer BANGOR TOWNSHIP – A 25-year-old man from Mexico drowned early Sunday night, July 30, in a Bangor Township Pond, after he and three other individuals were in a boat that began taking on water, according to…
Gobles Pine-Grove fire chief retires
By Paul GarrodStaff Writer GOBLES – Following more than 30 years of service to the Gobles Pine Grove Fire Department, Patrick Wioskowski was recently honored with a state Special Tribute from Sen. Aric Nesbitt and State Rep. Pauline Wendzel.The Special…
Hundreds brave scorching heat to attend Back to School bash
By Pamela Whitlow The LaFayette Chambers County Back to School Bash was a hit again this year.The P.H.Y.R.E & CCSD (People Helping Youth Reach Excellence and Chambers County School District) Back to school Bash 2023 kicked off on Saturday at…
Recall efforts move forward for three more White Pigeon Twp. officials
Attorney Lance Thornton, representing White Pigeon Township, addresses the St. Joseph County Election Commission during a clarity/factuality hearing Wednesday in Centreville. Language for three recall petitions against White Pigeon Township officials were approved to go forward by the commission. (COMMERCIAL-NEWS…
‘Frozen Jr.’ production coming to TR Community Players
The cast of the Three Rivers Community Players production of “Frozen Jr.” pose for a picture during a recent rehearsal. The show runs from Aug. 4-6 and Aug. 11-13 with four shows each weekend. (COMMERCIAL-NEWS | ROBERT TOMLINSON) By Robert…
New housing development gets green light from TR Planning Commission
Michael West, a developer with Green Development Ventures and Allen Edwin Homes, shows a map of the current plans for the Villages of Three Rivers, a new housing development at the east end of Coolidge Place, during Monday’s Three Rivers…
Sturgis Neighborhood Program unveils latest home-build project
Unveiling was held July 20 for Sturgis Neighborhood Program’s latest home-build, at 116 S. Orange St. It is 3-bedroom, 2-bath, with a full basement and mechanical room, 2-car garage and rear patio. Wally Wheeler, instructor at CTE construction trades, said…
Small-home community concept explored in Sturgis
A unique housing concept is under consideration in Sturgis. Sturgis City Commission on July 26 heard a presentation regarding a proposed clustered single-family housing project at 208 N. Prospect St. That property is a vacant parcel owned by Sturgis Housing…
‘Urban chickens’ proposal could go to Sturgis voters in 2024
It’s possible Sturgis voters will decide in 2024 if city residents are allowed to have chickens on their property. In March, city commissioners referred a recommendation to Sturgis Planning Commission for development of an “urban chicken” ordinance. Since then, the…
More wastewater spills into St. Joseph River due to heavy rains; no-contact advisory issued
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — For the second time in three weeks, a no-contact advisory has been issued for the St. Joseph River following another spill of wastewater from the Three Rivers Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP). The Branch-Hillsdale-St.…
Venetian Festto pop again
Like swallows winging in spring back to Capistrano, Starfarm, the Starfarm ‘80s band will return to Saugatuck Friday night at Coghlin Park for the kick-off party of the 2023 Venetian Festival.The Saugatuck-Douglas Rotary Club is new organizer of weekend events…
Blanchards purchase B&C Trophy from Schumaker
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor For the past four decades, B&C Trophy—located at 544 E. Morrell St. and accessible off M-89—has been a staple in Otsego.And even though owner Sherry Schumaker recently announced her retirement, B&C will continue to be part…
Summer Celebration set for Ransom District Library
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor The calendar will soon change from July to August.And that, among other things, means it’s time once again for the annual Summer Celebration at the Ransom District Library.This year’s celebration, which features an island party theme,…
Civil War veteran receives gravestone
By Gari Voss The formal Civil War Gravestone Celebration for Pvt. Staring included a program led by Commander Len Sheaffer, of General Benjamin Pritchard Camp 20. The Honor Guard was conducted by members of the Hopkins FFA. FFA advisor and…
Downtown infrastructure progressing, $2.8 million spent to date
By Gari VossCorrespondent The Allegan City Council took action to address safety items plus approved requests to keep the city moving forward.Emergency SirensThough the City of Allegan is not required to have sirens for their emergency system, there are four…
Neighborhoods evacuated when major gas leak reported in Wayland
Neighborhoods in Wayland were told to evacuate Friday after reports of a “major” gas leak. Later the areas were deemed safe and residents were allowed back in to their homes.The Wayland Police Department said the gas line break happened on the south…
Harper awarded for perfect season
The Valley Rams Basketball Coach Marshon Harper received the AHSAA 2022-23 State Championship Coach Award! Harper’s team had an excellent 33-0 record enroute to a state championship, the first in Valley High School history.
