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St. Margaret Catholic Elementary in Otsego to close at end of school year
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — The St. Margaret Catholic Elementary School in Otsego will close at the end of the 2023-24 school year due to declining enrollment and a teacher shortage, the Diocese of Kalamazoo announced Thursday. "Long-term financial viability" was also cited as a contributing factor in the decision. Improving...
United Ways for Kent, Ottawa and Allegan combine to form one organization
WEST MICHIGAN — United Way organizations serving Kent, Ottawa and Allegan counties are banding together to form one group serving West Michigan. The United Way of Ottawa and Allegan Counties and the Heart of West Michigan United Way, which served Kent County, will be one organization moving forward, leaders announced Tuesday, April 30. The combined organization will be known as the Heart of West Michigan United Way. Ottawa and Allegan combined their own operations over the past few years.
Women of Wayland build memorial for their deceased children
WAYLAND, Mich. — A place for parents to share their grief and remember the children they lost is now at Wayland Mini Park. A memorial sculpture was dedicated Tuesday night in Wayland. It was an idea months in the making from a group of mothers whose children have died.
Boys and Girls Club hopes to keep growing in Saugatuck/Douglas
SAUGATUCK — It’s been five years since members of the community began raising support in hopes of launching a Boys and Girls Club in Saugatuck/Douglas. That club is now reality. “Five years ago, I noticed a lot of kids sitting around after school,” said strategic advisor Gordan Stannis. “It was that simple. … I just saw a lot of kids sitting around, messing around on their phones. They looked hungry and thirsty for something more.” ...
Motorcyclist dies after collision with mailbox in Southwest Michigan
VAN BUREN COUNTY, MI – A 47-year-old Paw Paw man died in a crash after losing control of his motorcycle and hit a mailbox, Van Buren County sheriff’s deputies said. Investigators said the man, who was not immediately identified, was not wearing a helmet at the time of the crash.
How to send a letter to the Wayland fire chief while he's in the critical care unit
WAYLAND, Mich. — The Wayland Fire Department posted to Facebook on Wednesday and said they're grateful for the outpouring of community support and prayers for Fire Chief Jim Stoddard. Stoddard had a cardiac emergency on April 26 and he's been in the critical care unit at Butterworth Hospital since.
Softball Game Recap: Bangor Takes a Loss
It was a good run, but Bangor unfortunately witnessed the end of their four-game winning streak on Monday. They lost 6-0 to the Decatur Raiders. Bangor was red-hot at the plate headed into the match (they scored no less than ten runs in the four matchups prior) but Decatur's pitcher proved too tough.
Construction on US-131 between 76th & 100th streets to continue through November 2025
BYRON CENTER, Mich. — Heads up, drivers! More construction is set to begin on US-131 next week and will last into next year. Beginning on Monday, May 6, US-131 between 76th Street and 100th Street will see lane and ramp closures due to construction. The $70 million project will...
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