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Hoosiers reject a possible casino in northeast Indiana

A new casino won’t be coming to northeast Indiana after voters in those counties rejected a referendum to add gaming Tuesday. Public Question No. 3 in Allen, DeKalb and Steuben counties asked, “Shall inland casino gambling be permitted in (your) county?” According to the Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, more than 58% — or 6,234 votes […]

Steuben County, IN · 2d

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Indiana’s Amish population could become new voting force

By Carson Gerber for Free Press Indiana News . Broadcast version by Joe Ulery for Indiana News Service reporting for the Free Press Indiana-Public News Service Collaboration. Indiana state Rep. Joanna King grew up in an Amish family that believed voting went against their faith-based conviction that members should stay separate from the world. “They really feel like their influence needs to be praying for the people that are elected … but still really having that complete separation of church and state,” said King, whose family left the Amish faith when she was in third grade. But that long-standing belief is fading among some Indiana Amish — and it could open up an untapped block of conservative voters. More than 68,000 Amish live in Indiana — the third highest in the nation after Pennsylvania and Ohio, according to the Young Center for Anabaptist and Pietist Studies at Elizabethtown College. The largest communities are in LaGrange and Elkhart counties, where around 25,500 Amish live. In LaGrange County, nearly half of the 41,000 residents there are Amish. “I always tell them, ‘If you guys ever decided to vote, you’d run this county,’” LaGrange County Commissioner Terry Martin said. “And if they told

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Forget Sky-High Prices Because This Michigan City Is A Gen Z Homebuyer’s Dream Come True

Most American cities will take one look at your bank account and laugh, but Kalamazoo, Michigan will hand you a set of house keys instead. If you’ve spent any time recently watching your rent go up while your savings go nowhere, then this city in southwest Michigan deserves your full and undivided attention.

Kalamazoo, MI · 2d

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Measles confirmed in Steuben County

ANGOLA,IN (WTVB) – A confirmed case of measles has been reported in an adult resident of Steuben County, prompting local health officials and school districts to issue proactive advisories. The Indiana Department of Health added Steuben County to its official tracking dashboard on Monday, making it the eighth county...

Steuben County, IN · 3d

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Hurley defeats Avery in Union City president race

UNION CITY, MI. — According to the Branch and Calhoun County clerk's election sites unofficial results, James Hurley defeated former village president William Avery in the Union City village president race Tuesday. According to the vote totals provided, Hurley received 288 votes to Avery’s 208. The election marked the third contest between the two men for village president. Hurley defeated Avery in 2022, 294-231, after Avery had served as village president for 12 years. Avery previously defeated Hurley by six votes in 2018. Retired MSP trooper Hurley, 73, and community activist Avery, 93, were again the two candidates on the Nov. 3, 2026 ballot in the village that straddles the county lines. Subscribe: Support local news. Subscribe to the Coldwater Reporter Contact Don Reid, dReid@USATodayCo.Com This article originally appeared on Coldwater Daily Reporter: Hurley defeats Avery in Union City president race

Union City, MI · 2d

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A downtown of ‘doers’: The women who revitalized Vicksburg

VICKSBURG, MI — Downtown Vicksburg has had an influx of new businesses in the past few years. A common denominator? Many of them are owned and operated by women. There’s the corporate retiree who now owns a bookstore. The young mom who custom-makes “clean” cosmetics and skin care...

Vicksburg, MI · 1d

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Paw Paw officials review Warner Vineyards outdoor concert noise complaints

PAW PAW, Mich. — After years of complaints about noise from Warner Vineyards’ outdoor concerts, the Paw Paw Planning Commission is giving the venue until Jan. 31, 2027 to submit an updated plan outlining how it will keep sound from carrying into neighboring properties. The issue has been...

Paw Paw, MI · 20h

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Coldwater events and lights to honor local veterans

COLDWATER, MI — There are plenty of ways to celebrate and honor those who have served our country in the military leading up to Veterans Day, Nov. 11, in Branch County. Burnside Senior Veterans Program The Burnside Center, 65 Grahl Drive, holds its annual Senior Veterans Program at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 4. Guest speaker Dean Wetzel will present “Patriotism Throughout the Century.” The program features the American Legion Color Guard, patriotic songs by Joe Renshaw, and the center's Wall of Heroes, which displays photographs and service histories of local veterans. The local Daughters of the American Revolution chapter is coordinating the program. Veterans and their guests will receive a free lunch provided by Charlie's Pride, a veteran-owned business, with desserts donated by Meijer. “Veterans Day is a significant holiday at the Burnside Center,” Executive Director Amy Duff said. “We welcome the community to join us in honoring the dedication and service of our local senior veterans to our country and community.” Those planning to attend should register by calling the Burnside Center at 517-279-6565. Jefferson Elementary Jefferson Elementary School continues its Veterans Day tradition on Friday, Nov. 6, inviting area veterans to join students and staff for a morning

Coldwater, MI · 3d

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Coldwater voters elect three new school board members

(This story was updated with new information,) COLDWATER, MI — Voters elected three new members to the Coldwater Community Schools' seven-member board in Tuesday's nine-candidate race, according to unofficial results. April Rose, Heather Harvey, and Nick Kanouse together received 5,153 votes — 44.5% of the 11,580 cast. Coldwater School Board Results: Updated after all absentee and early voting ballots were counted April D. Rose: 2,793 votes, 16.44% — elected Heather M. Harvey: 2,580, 15.18% — elected Nick Kanouse: 2,342, 13.78% — elected Clair Dean: 2,200, 12.95% MaryAnn Schorfhaar: 1,748, 10.29% John Towers: 1,615, 9.51% Joel Niedzwiecki: 1,561, 9.19% Ronald N. Lanford: 1,196, 7.04% Shawn Caldwell: 956, 5.63% Rose led the field with 2,793 votes, finishing 213 votes ahead of Harvey and 451 ahead of Kanouse. The battle for the third seat remained relatively close. Kanouse captured the final seat with 2,342 votes, 142 votes ahead of incumbent Clair Dean, who finished fourth with 2,200. The top four separated themselves from the rest of the field. Rose, Harvey, Kanouse and Dean each received at least 2,200 votes. Dean then dropped 452 votes to fifth-place MaryAnn Schorfhaar with 1,748 votes. Future Bond Issues For School Buildings Seven of the nine candidates attended

Coldwater, MI · 2d

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Branch County Commissioners look to renew Employee Assistance Program

COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) – The Branch County Board of Commissioners brought forward a request during their Thursday work session to renew the Branch County Employee Assistance Program contract with Megan Garn of 517 Counseling and Recovery for another year. The $20,000 cost would remain the same in 2027. The...

Branch County, MI · 11h

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Potawatomi man to be the first Native to represent Michigan in Congress

A Potawatomi man has made history in Michigan’s Fourth Congressional District. In addition to being the first Native American to represent Michigan in Congress, Sean McCann, Citizen Potawatomi Nation and a Democrat, flipped a seat held by republicans for nearly a century. “I think people were looking for a...

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School Board races highlight Branch County election results

COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) – Voters in Branch County made their voices heard on Tuesday, turning out to cast their ballots in the highly anticipated November 3 midterm elections. According to unofficial figures released by the Branch County Clerk’s Office, overall voter participation reached a solid 47.49% of the county’s 34,980 registered voters.

Branch County, MI · 2d

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Midterm Election Recap: Hoeppner, Williams flip seats in TR; Summey upends Perez in Sturgis; two of three local props pass

Two flipped seats on the Three Rivers City Commission were one of the biggest highlights of the midterm elections Tuesday in the Three Rivers area and in St. Joseph County as a whole. Josh Hoeppner and Josh Williams, two challengers for contested seats on the commission, both won their races...

Three Rivers, MI · 2d

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Live midterm election results for Calhoun County

(This story has been updated with new information.) Polls have closed for the Tuesday, Nov. 3 midterm election. Looking for live results? Here's a list of races we'll be watching Nov. 3-4. All results are unofficial. Note: Only the top three vote-getters will be shown for each race. Before initial results are entered, three random candidates will be shown. Subscribe: Support local news. Subscribe to the Battle Creek Enquirer This article originally appeared on Battle Creek Enquirer: Live midterm election results for Calhoun County

Calhoun County, MI · 3d

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New fire station plans move forward in Cass County

CASS COUNTY, Mich. (WSBT) — Penn Township is moving forward with plans to build a new fire station. The township board approved the more than $5 million project to build the station on Calvin Center Road in Vandalia. The new station will serve the Diamond Lake area and surrounding...

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Wortz and Lindsey named to leadership positions for the minority Republicans in Lansing

LANSING, MI (WTVB) – After a tough election day Tuesday for Republicans across Michigan, Branch County’s two elected officials in Lansing have been elected to leadership positions for 2027. State Representative Jennifer Wortz of Quincy was selected Deputy Republican Whip in the House, while Senator Jonathan Lindsey of...

Lansing, MI · 22h

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Branch County early archery season numbers lagging behind previous years

COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) – Branch County deer hunters are seeing a slower start to the 2026 early archery season, with harvest totals currently trailing significantly behind previous years. According to recent data from the Department of Natural Resourses, local hunters have checked in 678 deer so far this season, which began October 1st and runs through November 14th.

Branch County, MI · 1d

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Commissioners look to finalize a new animal control contract with Hillsdale County by years end

COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) – A new animal control contract with Hillsdale County is among the final goals of 2026 that were presented to Branch County Commissioners by County Administrator Frank Walsh during their work session on Thursday. Branch and Hillsdale County officials have been trying to work out a...

Hillsdale County, MI · 1d

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Bill Huizenga emphasizes energy in final Election Day message to voters

HOLLAND, Mich. — Bill Huizenga is the Republican nominee for Michigan's 4th Congressional District. He's challenging Democrat Sean McCann in an election that could determine the balance of power in Washington. Huizenga has served eight terms in Congress, and is asking voters to look at his 16-year record when...

Michigan · 2d

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‘And THAT’S Being Pro Life’: Michigan Residents Praise $500 Monthly Cash Program as Flint Newborn Death Rate Falls 50%

Some encouraging news has emerged from Flint, Michigan, where a program offering financial support to new and expectant parents has been linked to a remarkable drop in newborn deaths. Following the introduction of Rx Kids, which provides families with $1,500 during pregnancy and $500 a month throughout their baby’s first year, researchers found that the city’s newborn death rate had fallen by 50%. The findings have sparked a wave of positive reactions from Michigan residents, with many praising the initiative and the difference it could make for struggling families.

Flint, MI · 1d

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