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Empty the Shelters event a success
JEFFERSON TWP. — In the first two weeks of May, the Greater Hillsdale Humane Society held a successful Empty the Shelter event. Ten cats and five dogs were adopted by families through the event, which is sponsored by the Bissell Pet Foundation. “We were very lucky to have an...
Fremont tops Canterbury for Sectional 51 title
Fremont put up five runs in the third inning en route to a 10-0 victory over Canterbury in the Sectional 51 title game on Monday, securing the Eagles' second sectional crown in the past three seasons. Tags. Localnow. High School Baseball: Sectional Championship Roundup (5/27) The FOX 55 Sports team...
6 in the City – Allen Neighborhood Center
Today’s 6 in the City segment features host Stephanie McCoy and Joe Enerson, the Executive Director of the Allen Neighborhood Center! Today they discuss a bit of the history of the Allen Neighborhood Center, as well as the variety of activities they host and community resources they support, from a weekly Farmer’s Market to a daily outreach center thats open from 9am to 5pm! Coming up soon they will be hosting their annual Strawberry Festival and 25th Anniversary celebration on June 26th! Join in the celebration to enjoy fresh strawberries, cake, and strawberry tattoos for kids!
Marine Patrol hitting the lakes for Memorial Day weekend
BRANCH COUNTY — The 10 officers and six boats of the Branch County Sheriff Marine Patrol will be on the county's lakes in full force this Memorial Day weekend, according to Sgt. Josh Vickers. Vickers said the patrol would focus on the north and south chains of lakes but...
An 87-year-old bicyclist died in Dorrance Road traffic crash Wednesday
COLDWATER TWP. — Gordon Carl Sikorski, 87, of Coldwater, died Wednesday afternoon biking on Dorrance Road after he crossed in front of a vehicle and was struck. The Branch County Sheriff's Department said the crash occurred at 12:20 p.m. near Fiske Road. ...
Regional employers gather in Litchfield to strengthen talent pipeline
LITCHFIELD — A collaboration between Lenawee Now, the Hillsdale County Economic Development Partnership, Jackson Area Manufacturers Association and other partners brought together 30 attendees who learned how to facilitate networking and about resources to address regional challenges regarding workforce recruitment, training and development. The meeting highlighted an initiative that...
Sheriff candidates discuss qualifications at Hope Cafe
BRANCH COUNTY — The three Republican candidates for Branch County sheriff joined a crowd in the Hope Café last Thursday night in a forum sponsored by the Branch County Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence. Fred Blankenship, Robin Swartz, and Mike Thyng introduced themselves before fielding questions prepared...
Remembering the fallen: A few ways to observe Memorial Day in and around Calhoun County
Service members who made the ultimate sacrifice for America will be honored in several communities in and around Calhoun County this weekend as the nation observes Memorial Day. Here are a few opportunities to recognize those who gave their lives in the line of duty:. Augusta. Fort Custer National Cemetery...
Ethan’s Donut Factory welcomed in downtown Hillsdale
HILLSDALE — Downtown Hillsdale has a new breakfast spot as Ethan’s Donut Factory celebrated a soft opening with lines around the block. “We’ve been blown away by all the love and support,” Ethan’s Donut Factory said in a statement. “Please be patient with us as we continue with our soft opening, so we can get all of our wonderful staff trained.”
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