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May I Walk With You? CAFETERIA CHRISTIANS

ByEditorial StaffApr 19, 20243 min read

Recently the in the news I heard the term “cafeteria Catholic” used in reference to a politician who while claiming to be a good Catholic man, supports abortion, which the Catholic Church is overwhelmingly against. The person making the comment…

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Faces in the Crowd: Michigan State Police F/Lt. Travis House, Cadillac Post

ByEditorial StaffApr 19, 202420 min read

Marion Press:  Would you tell us about your background where you were born, where you were raised, and your education? First Lieutenant Travis House:  I was born in Cadillac, raised in this area, went to Mesick Schools, and graduated from Mesick…

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OHS robotics team competes at FIRST World Finals

ByEditorial StaffMay 1, 20243 min read

Members of the Alotobots are seen at the FIRST World Finals. (Photo provided) The FIRST World Finals included more than 600 teams from around the country and the world. (Photo provided) By Jason WesseldykSports Editor HOUSTON—FIRST Robotics held its 2024…

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Seven pass HOSA certification

ByEditorial StaffMay 1, 20241 min read

Seven Valley High School HOSA students passed the National Patient Care Technician certification exam ast week.They are Kendalyn Burton, Lily Smith, Kaydence Allen, Nevaeh Crane, Nykira Jackson, Meylin Romero, and KieAsia Smith

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Labor trafficking charges levied against three former TR business owners

ByRobert TomlinsonApr 30, 20245 min read

Pictured is the former location of Broadway Market Tuesday. Three former owners of the business, Ikbahl Singh Machhal, Kartar Chand, and Shila Devi were charged with labor trafficking by the Michigan Attorney General’s Office, accused of labor trafficking a now…

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Sports

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New med center slates open house May 8

ByEditorial StaffMay 1, 20242 min read

Come see the new Holland Hospital medical center at 6490 Blue Star Hwy., Saugatuck, May 8. By Scott SullivanEditorIt’s here! Holland Hospital will herald opening of its new 16,940-square-foot medical building at 6490 Blue Star Hwy., Saugatuck Township, with a…

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ByJordanMar 26, 20241 min read

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Mattawan School District voters will go to the polls May 7

ByEditorial StaffMay 1, 20243 min read

MATTAWAN – On Tuesday, May 7, residents who live within the Mattawan Consolidated School boundaries will have the opportunity to vote on a comprehensive school bond.In a press release from the Mattawan Board of Education and District Superintendent Randy Fleenor,…

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Rural route

ByEditorial StaffApr 24, 20241 min read

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)

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Former Allegan Aquatics Director sentenced to 7-15 years

ByEditorial StaffApr 24, 20243 min read

Scott Simmons By Jordan WilcoxAssistant Publisher Scott Simmons, the former Aquatics Director for Allegan Public Schools, will live the next 7-15 years behind bars, after pleading guilty to criminal sexual conduct with a student.On Monday, Judge Matt Antkoviak of the…

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Columns

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Grant Twp reviews budget, approves road contract

ByEditorial StaffApr 19, 20245 min read

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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Former Allegan Aquatics Director sentenced to 7-15 years

ByEditorial StaffApr 24, 20243 min read

Scott Simmons By Jordan WilcoxAssistant Publisher Scott Simmons, the former Aquatics Director for Allegan Public Schools, will live the next 7-15 years behind bars, after pleading guilty to criminal sexual conduct with a student.On Monday, Judge Matt Antkoviak of the…

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Paw Paw High School names Academic Elite students for Class of 2024

ByEditorial StaffMay 1, 20241 min read

Paw Paw High School has announced its Academic Elite students for the Class of 2024. These 21 students are graduating with a weighted Grade Point Average (GPA) of 4.0 or higher. From a class of 152 students, this represents just…

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Mexican national charged with home invasion, sexual assault in Sturgis incident

ByRobert TomlinsonApr 26, 20243 min read

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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New judge takes oath of office

ByEditorial StaffApr 24, 20241 min read

The Investiture and Administration of the Oath of Office for Susan Metzger as probate judge for Van Buren County, was held Friday afternoon, April 19, at the Van Buren County Courthouse. Judge Metzger was appointed to the position, following the…

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Obituaries

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Council agrees to repair 2nd St. bridge

ByEditorial StaffApr 24, 20243 min read

By John BriceCorrespondent The LaFayette City Council met on Monday, April 22nd of 2024 at the Chambers County Farmers Federation Agricultural Center at the ALFA building in LaFayette. In attendance were Mayor Kenneth Vines, Councilman Terry G. Mangram, Councilman Toney…

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Faces in the Crowd: Michigan State Police F/Lt. Travis House, Cadillac Post

ByEditorial StaffApr 19, 202420 min read

Marion Press:  Would you tell us about your background where you were born, where you were raised, and your education? First Lieutenant Travis House:  I was born in Cadillac, raised in this area, went to Mesick Schools, and graduated from Mesick…

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New judge takes oath of office

ByEditorial StaffApr 24, 20241 min read

The Investiture and Administration of the Oath of Office for Susan Metzger as probate judge for Van Buren County, was held Friday afternoon, April 19, at the Van Buren County Courthouse. Judge Metzger was appointed to the position, following the…

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Paw Paw High School names Academic Elite students for Class of 2024

ByEditorial StaffMay 1, 20241 min read

Paw Paw High School has announced its Academic Elite students for the Class of 2024. These 21 students are graduating with a weighted Grade Point Average (GPA) of 4.0 or higher. From a class of 152 students, this represents just…

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Mexican national charged with home invasion, sexual assault in Sturgis incident

ByRobert TomlinsonApr 26, 20243 min read

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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