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Dr. Weldon defeats Chambley for CCSD superintendent nomination

Dr. Weldon defeats Chambley for CCSD superintendent nomination

Editorial StaffMarch 13, 20243 min read

Dr. Weldon with husband Tommie By John BriceCorrespondent It was a super Tuesday in more ways than one for Dr. Sharon Weldon as she scored a massive landslide upset victory against incumbent Casey Chambley to win the Republican primary nomination…

Finch loses reelection bid to Reco Newton for CCBOE

Finch loses reelection bid to Reco Newton for CCBOE

Editorial StaffMarch 13, 20243 min read

Judge Paul Story with family was re-elected as Probate Judge Rico Newton upset current CCSD President Finch By John BriceCorrespondent Super Tuesday was super indeed for Frederick “Reco” Newton who defeated incumbent Chambers County Board of Education President Jeffery L.…

Arrest made in $700,000 Hartford Casino heist

Arrest made in $700,000 Hartford Casino heist

Editorial StaffMarch 13, 20243 min read

U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Michigan Mark Totten announced on March 6 that Jesus Gaytan-Garcia has been charged in a criminal complaint with theft from the Hartford location of the Four Winds Casino, which is owned and operated…

Three fire departments battle house blaze

Three fire departments battle house blaze

Editorial StaffMarch 13, 20241 min read

The Paw Paw Volunteer Fire Department responded early Saturday, March 9, to the Bellware Subdivision, Waverly Township, for a fully involved house fire. The Michigan State Police Fire Marshal was at the scene Monday, March 11, to try and determine…

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Sports

Lady Rebels victorious over Ezekial

Lady Rebels victorious over Ezekial

Editorial StaffMarch 13, 20242 min read

By Katie McElvy Lady Rebels SoftballAfter struggling to get hits against Calvary Christian and falling 3-9 earlier in the week, the Chambers Academy Lady Rebels bounced back against Ezekiel Academy. Chambers trailed 0-1 until their bats got hot in the…

Lawrence girls finish at .500

Lawrence girls finish at .500

Editorial StaffMarch 13, 20242 min read

By John RaffelCorrespondent LAWRENCE – Rasaun Brown coached Lawrence girls basketball team in Brown’s fifth season as skipper and the squad was 12-12, 7-11(Southwest 10), 5-1(non league) and placed eighth in the league.Carolina Mancera scored 36 points in a game…

Girls’ Basketball Roundup: TR advances to district semifinals

Girls’ Basketball Roundup: TR advances to district semifinals

Editorial StaffMarch 8, 20245 min read

THREE RIVERS — Three Rivers’ girls’ basketball team notched a postseason win in the first round of Division 2 district play Monday in Three Rivers, taking down Parchment 59-43.Three Rivers led by just one point after the first quarter, 15-14,…

Bowling finals roundupTR girls’ bowlers end season in state semis; individuals ousted in first round

Bowling finals roundupTR girls’ bowlers end season in state semis; individuals ousted in first round

Editorial StaffMarch 8, 20243 min read

JACKSON — Three Rivers’ girls’ bowling team finished their impressive season in the Division 3 team state semifinals with a 3-1 (177-195, 128-196, 150-144, 147-153) loss to Milan at JAX 60 in Jackson Friday, March 1.Three Rivers began the day…

Clare’s season ends in regional semifinal

Clare’s season ends in regional semifinal

Editorial StaffMarch 8, 20242 min read

By John RaffelCorrespondent Ludington’s defense proved to be a menace for the Clare Pioneers in Tuesday’s Division 2 boys basketball regional game at Big Rapids High School.The Orioles prevailed in the regional semifinal 46-25.Ludington (19-6) advances to the regional title…

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Columns

Life as Performance Art

Life as Performance Art

Editorial StaffMarch 13, 20245 min read

Should we worry Mother Earth is trying to kill us before we kill her? Might be. There is information about that possible threat in nearly all reliable print and online newspapers.  Gari Voss has elegantly written well-researched Allegan County News articles…

Mike’s Musings: A day in my life- I don’t wish it on anyone

Mike’s Musings: A day in my life- I don’t wish it on anyone

Editorial StaffMarch 13, 20243 min read

Sometimes being a small business owner simply sucks. So much responsibility, and not enough time to enjoy life.Here’s an example, of one day last week. As usual I start my workday at 6 am. I figure I can get a…

The Cycles of Earth

The Cycles of Earth

Editorial StaffMarch 8, 20244 min read

by Larry-Michael and Becky Lynn Hackenberg A Weekly Almanac GuidePlan, Do, Finish, Rest.Living in Harmony With EarthWeekend ofMarch 9-10, 2024 Earth-Sun-Moon NotesIn A Nutshell…The New/Resting Moon on Sunday, March 10 at 4:00 a.m. EST, coincides with the return to the…

“Out and About” WD-40, daylight savings time, and 90-year-old advice

“Out and About” WD-40, daylight savings time, and 90-year-old advice

Editorial StaffMarch 8, 20243 min read

“May the sun in his course visit no land more free, more happy, more lovely, than this our own country.” -Daniel WebsterI’ve heard that as long as you have a roll of duct tape and a can of WD-40, you…

Postcard from the Pines: Marion’s Music Bowl

Postcard from the Pines: Marion’s Music Bowl

Editorial StaffMarch 8, 20245 min read

Perhaps if Christopher Clark had given any serious thought to the town which would inevitably grow up around his mill site, Marion might be in a slightly different location. Since the early lumbering days and the arrival of Mr. Clark,…

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Obituaries

Obituary: Ms. Johnnie Mae Allen

Obituary: Ms. Johnnie Mae Allen

Editorial StaffMarch 13, 20242 min read

Ms. Johnnie Mae Allen, 79 of Lafayette, AL passed away on Tuesday, February 27, 2024.Public Visitation will be held on Sunday, March 3, 2024 from 2:00 PM CST until 6:00 PM CST at Silmon-Seroyer Funeral Home Chapel, Lafayette, AL.Ms. Allen…

Obituary: Ms. Erma Jean Griggs Willis Cone

Obituary: Ms. Erma Jean Griggs Willis Cone

Editorial StaffMarch 13, 20241 min read

Ms. Erma Jean Griggs Willis Coney, 80 passed away on Tuesday, February 27, 2024 at West Georgia Hospice, Lagrange, GA.Public Visitation will be held on Sunday, March 3, 2024 from 3:00 PM CST until 6:00 PM CST at Silmon-Seroyer Funeral…

Obituary: Mr. Leon Smith

Obituary: Mr. Leon Smith

Editorial StaffMarch 13, 20241 min read

Mr. Leon Smith, 68 of Camp Hill, AL passed away on Wednesday, February 21, 2024.Public Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 29, 2024 from 3:00 PM CST until 6:00 PM CST at Silmon-Seroyer Funeral Home Chapel, Lafayette, AL.Mr. Smith…

Obituary: Ms. Cornelia McCoy Brooks

Obituary: Ms. Cornelia McCoy Brooks

Editorial StaffMarch 13, 20241 min read

Ms. Cornelia McCoy Brooks, 97 of Lafayette, AL passed away on Friday, February 23, 2024.Public Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 2, 2024 from 10:00 AM CST until 6:00 PM CST at Silmon-Seroyer Funeral Home Chapel, Lafayette, AL.Ms. Brooks…

Obituary: Mr. Roosevelt Winston

Obituary: Mr. Roosevelt Winston

Editorial StaffMarch 13, 20242 min read

Mr. Roosevelt Winston, 78 of Lanett, AL passed away Monday, March 4, 2024.Public Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 9, 2024 from 2:00 PM CST until 6:00 PM CST at Silmon-Seroyer Funeral Home Chapel, Lafayette, AL.Funeral Service will be…

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