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Defiance’s Band of Class Went to New York Three Times

Most Ohio bands that reach the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade get one morning in New York. Defiance got three — spread across three different decades. The parade’s year-by-year band listings record Defiance High School’s “Band of Class” in the line of march in 1976, again in 1986 and again in 1994, a run of invitations […]

Defiance, OH · 1d

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Schoolcraft Eagles close home football with win

Beckett Boyes. Photo by Stephanie Blentlinger, Lingering Memories Photography. The Schoolcraft Eagles closed out their home schedule at Roy Davis Field with an impressive 35-7 victory over the Lawton Blue Devils. Lawton entered the contest with a 4-4 record, while the Eagles came in at 5-2, looking to finish their home schedule on a high note.

Schoolcraft, MI · 1d
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Feeding Broncos faces potential shutdown from insufficient funding

Welcoming Western Michigan University students and their family members for free bi-weekly meals, the Feeding Broncos Registered Student Organization (RSO) seeks to combat food insecurity and hunger on campus. Due to the cost of these meals, the program requires significant funding, averaging $25,000 for each year, to keep its doors...

Kalamazoo, MI · 1d
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Smith-Green schools face budget cuts after voters reject referendum

CHURUBUSCO, Ind. (WPTA) — Smith-Green Community Schools is preparing to make budget cuts after voters rejected an operating referendum, though district officials have not yet decided where those cuts will be made. Business manager Troy Gaff said the referendum’s failure will have a significant effect on district revenue.

Churubusco, IN · 2d
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Hillsdale Daily News

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Jonesville football makes history with first district title in 24 years

UNION CITY — For the first time in 24 years, the Jonesville Comets are district football champions. Jonesville continued its historic postseason run Friday, Nov. 6, defeating Union City 52-30 to capture a MHSAA Division 7 district championship, the program’s first since 2002. The Comets built a 28-6 halftime advantage behind a dominant defensive performance, explosive passing plays and another three-touchdown night from senior running back John Milks. Jonesville advances to face Ottawa Lake Whiteford in the Division 7, Region 4 championship after the Bobcats defeated Monroe St. Mary Catholic Central 38-34. Here are the biggest takeaways from Jonesville’s championship victory. More: Jonesville seniors deliver playoff revenge, set sights on history Comets’ defensive front delivers championship performance Jonesville’s defense continued its impressive postseason run, forcing three turnovers and repeatedly delivering game-changing plays against Union City’s straight-T offense. Sophomore lineman Lucas Stanton produced the biggest highlight of the first half, recovering a Union City fumble and returning it for a 75-yard touchdown. Stanton ended the game with five tackles. The score extended Jonesville’s lead to 22-6. Stanton, who grew up in Union City, understood the importance of matching the Chargers’ physicality. “We’re just dogs up front and you got to play

Jonesville, MI · 2d

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Jackson Fire Chief Tim Gonzales Graduates from National Fire Academy’s Executive Fire Officer Program

(November 6, 2026 1:33 PM ET) The City of Jackson Fire Department announced that Fire Chief Tim Gonzales has graduated from the National Fire Academy’s (NFA) Executive Fire Officer (EFO) Program. This nationally renowned program develops senior fire service leaders and equips them to address the complex organizational and community challenges facing today’s fire and emergency services.

Jackson, MI · 3d

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Carmel wins 33rd sectional championship

The Carmel Greyhounds defeated the Hamilton Southeastern Royals, 17-14, in a sectional championship matchup at Carmel High School on Friday, Nov. 6, 2026. This is Carmel’s 33rd sectional title and its first since 2020. The Greyhounds will face the Carroll Chargers in a regional championship game next week in Fort Wayne.

Carmel, IN · 2d

Hillsdale Daily News

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Jonesville set to face Ottawa Lake Whiteford after historic title win

UNION CITY — The last time Jonesville celebrated a district football championship, Ottawa Lake Whiteford was on the other sideline. More: Hillsdale Academy wins fourth consecutive district volleyball title In 2002, the Comets beat the Bobcats 52-22 to claim the Division 7 district crown. Their postseason ended one week later in a 28-0 regional loss to Mendon. Two decades later, program history has come full circle. Jonesville defeated former Big 8 rival Union City 52-30 on Friday, Nov. 6, ending its district title drought and setting up another postseason meeting with Whiteford. This time, the Comets will travel to Ottawa Lake for a Division 7, Region 4 championship with a chance to reach the state semifinals for the first time. “It feels great,” Jonesville coach Frank Keller said. “I feel great for the seniors. I feel great for the team, great for the program. And we’ll enjoy this one tonight, then we’re going to get ready for next week.” Jonesville (7-4) has won five straight games, its deepest playoff run since 2002. The Comets did so against Union City by leaning on the formula that has carried them through. “It’s our front seven,” Keller said. "They’ve been putting the work

Jonesville, MI · 1d

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Chelsea Rolls to First District Title Since 2021

The Chelsea football team continued its march through the Division 3 state playoffs with a dominating 51-14 win over Redford Thurston in the district championship game Friday night. The Bulldogs improved to a perfect 11-0 on the season and will host a strong Mason squad (10-1) in the regional championship...

Chelsea, MI · 2d

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Here are the biggest takeaways from district finals in the Jackson area

Here are the biggest takeaways from district finals in the Jackson area

Jackson, MI · 1d

The Detroit Free Press

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MHSAA football playoffs: Northville earns 'program-defining' district title

Andrew Shukeireh found himself in the spotlight on Friday, Nov. 6, during the biggest moment of Northville football's season. Holding a 17-14 lead over unbeaten Saline late in the fourth quarter of the 2026 MHSAA football District 1 division final, Shukeireh chased down a Hornets player and made a touchdown-saving tackle. Northville's defense held, forcing Saline into a field goal with three minutes left. This time, Shukeireh shot around the edge of the line and knocked the field goal attempt off course, preserving the lead. Northville (9-2) ran out the remaining clock, knocking off Saline (10-1) to pick up the third district championship in program history. DIVISION 6: Jai'Von Plowden breaks free to lift Detroit Edison to MHSAA district title "All three phases played about as good as they possibly could," Northville coach Brent Luplow said the following day. "In November, you have to run the football and get stops." Northville did just that. The Mustangs held the ball most of the night thanks to their strong running attack, finishing with over 34 minutes of possession. Northville dedicated itself to running the football, using seven different ball-carriers and a variety of formations. It was any means necessary against a talented

Northville, MI · 1d

Michigan Advance

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Michigan voters support more education funding, but how to pay for it is complicated

Jen Stroven, an organizer for Kalamazoo’s Yes For Families campaign, knew what she was up against: ‘Affordability, affordability, affordability.’  Asking voters to raise their own taxes to lower child care costs, expand access, and raise teacher wages may have seemed like a tall order at a time when the increased cost of living is a […]

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MHSAA Football Playoffs: Chargers stopped by Jonesville in D7 District Final

UNION CITY, MI (WTVB) – Union City reached the end of the road in their 2026 MHSAA Football Playoff journey, as the red-hot Jonesville Comets ran past the Chargers 52-30 in a Division 7 District Final Friday night at Alumni Field. Jonesville scored on their opening drive, on a...

Jonesville, MI · 2d

Lansing State Journal

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Four downs from Mason football's dominant district final win over Fenton

MASON — Here is quick reaction from Mason football recording its first shutout of the season with a 49-0 victory over Fenton in a Division 3 district final on Friday, Nov. 6. Player of the game TROY PETERS, MASON: The junior added to what has been a big season with three touchdown runs. Peters had seven carries for 185 yards, which included a 25-yard touchdown run in the second quarter and scoring runs from 71 and 46 yards in the third quarter. Peters was one of two 100-yard rushers for the Bulldogs, who also had sophomore Jeffrey Reisner finish with six carries for 119 yards and a TD. Key moment Trailing 14-0, Fenton opted to go for it on fourth-and-4 from the Mason 15-yard line with just under 5 minutes to play in the opening quarter. The Tigers failed to convert on fourth down for the second straight drive — they had a fake punt pass attempt intercepted by Brett Camp — and Mason turned it into points when Gerrit Koot connected with Gavin Greathouse for a 22-yard TD with 1:39 left in the first quarter. That scored pushed Mason's lead to 21-0. What it means Mason captured its sixth

Mason, MI · 2d

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Lansing Catholic, Hillsdale Academy capture girls cross country state titles; Lumen Christi’s Samantha Schroeder defends individual title

BROOKLYN, Mich. (News 10) - The Lower Peninsula cross country state finals were held at Michigan International Speedway in Brooklyn on Saturday. In Division 3, Lansing Catholic took home the team state championship led by junior Josie Bishop, who finished in third place overall. Also in Division 3, Jackson Lumen...

Lansing, MI · 18h

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Lumen Christi Punishes Pirates in Dominant District Final

(11-6-2026): The Lumen Christi Titans took the Division 6 district title with a dominant shutout win over the Napoleon Pirates on a cold November night at home. The Pirates started on offense, but the drive ended as quickly as it began. Zavior Skog took the opening handoff and the Titans took it from him, forcing the fumble and securing the turnover.

Napoleon, MI · 2d

The Monroe News

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Jefferson, Whiteford carry torch for Monroe County Region football

Jefferson and Whiteford will carry the torch for Monroe County Region football. Those were the only two teams to make it through district championship games on Friday, Nov. 6. Jefferson ended Ida’s season in Division 5 and Whiteford emerged from a tremendous Division 7 battle with St. Mary Catholic Central. Meanwhile, Bedford and Gibraltar Carlson both bowed out in Division 2. More: Bedford, Flat Rock, SMCC move on in state volleyball tournament Here is a roundup of all the area high school football district championship game action. DVISION 5 Jefferson 43, Ida 23 NEWPORT – Hunter Barton caught touchdown passes of 53 and 32 yards and returned an interception 80 yards for a score to lead Jefferson. “Ida is very good,” Jefferson coach Rob Beaudrie said. “I told our team that the game would be won in the trenches and our guys played well. Our skill guys are going to do their thing, but this game came down to the offensive and defensive lines.” Drake Jones ran for 169 yards, a touchdown and a pair of 2-point conversions. Luke Beaudrie ran 37 yards for a TD and threw a 21-yard scoring pass to Brayden Burkmier. Ryan Roberts tossed a pair

Monroe County, MI · 2d

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Football Recap: Jonesville Beats Union City for Their Fifth Straight Victory + How To Watch

Jonesville extended their postseason success on Friday against Union City. They blew past the Chargers 52-30. The victory was nothing new for the Comets as they're now sitting on five straight. Jonesville can attribute much of their success to Carson Young, who threw for 114 yards and 3 TDs. Young...

Jonesville, MI · 1d

The Monroe News

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SMCC's Christian Craanen makes all-state cross country for third time

BROOKLYN — Christian Craanen was third in the state last year. He had hoped to climb the ladder this season, but his body would not cooperate. The St. Mary Catholic Central junior aggravated a hip injury suffered over the summer a few weeks ago and was not healthy for the Division 3 state cross country finals at Michigan International Speedway on Saturday, Nov. 7. “It’s tough running when every step hurts,” said SMCC coach Nick Eby. “It takes a lot of mental toughness to keep pushing.” More: Jefferson, Whiteford carry torch for Monroe County Region football Craanen exhibited that toughness to earn all-state status by running 16:14 to take 27th place. “That was kind of his goal,” Eby said of Craanen making all-state for the third straight season. Erie Mason’s boys posted the Monroe County Region’s best team finish, taking 20th in Division 3. The New Boston Huron girls were 21st in Division 2. A roundup of all of the Region runners follows. DIVISION 1 Gibraltar Carlson’s Wyatt DelValle was the top Region finisher, taking 74th in the boys race. Cameron Varner placed 154th for Bedford and Monroe’s Gavin Rohr was 182nd. Region runners in the girls race were Audrey

Monroe County, MI · 1d

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Ravenna overpowers Constantine for first district football title since 2016; gets another shot at North Muskegon

BY SCOTT DECAMP LocalSportsJournal.com CONSTANTINE – For years, Constantine has imposed its will on opponents with its wing-T offense and physical brand of football. The shoe was on the other foot in Saturday afternoon’s MHSAA Division 7 district final at Sweetland Stadium, and visiting Ravenna put the pedal to the medal. Ravenna set a physical tone on both sides of the ball en route to a 42-12 victory over Constantine. It’s the first district championship for the Bulldogs since 2016. “As soon as (Ravenna coach Steve Czerwon) made the decision to go to the ‘T’ (offense) and was doing that…

North Muskegon, MI · 1d