End Of An EraThe Newaygo County Board of Commissioners passed a resolution recognizing the Honorable H. Kevin Drake who has served as the 78th District Court Judge for the past 29+ years. Judge Drake is retiring effective March 31.Board Chair Bryan Kolk read the resolution which in part recognized his years spent “adjudicating thousands of cases with insight, integrity and fairness.”
State of Newaygo CountyIt seems to be the season to announce the state of our governmental entities. I listened to a State of the State report, a State of the Union report and of course rebuttals to each of them. I looked around to see which television stations would like to hear a State of Newaygo County report. Crickets. Probably best since most of the time they are interested in Newaygo County, it’s uncomfortable to speak with them. I decided I need to rely on our trusted local news reporters...
Local 4-H Members Heading to State Hippology ContestMembers of the Picture Perfect Showmen 4-H club will be heading to the State 4-H Hippology Contest held at Michigan State University on Saturday, March 16, 2024. Three of the girls, Brinley Grey, Kaylee Smith, and Zoe Westgate, competed last year and are returning for their second year in this contest, in the Junior Regular division (for ages 8-13). Last year they placed fourth as a team and Brinley scored in the top five individuals with top five placings in three phases of the contest. Newcomer Rio Phillips will be in the Junior Novice division, which is for members in their first year of state competition....
Comedy at the Dogwood Center on March 23The Complete History of Comedy (abridged) answers the fundamental questions: Which is the least funny nationality? Which is the funniest? Why did the former try to exterminate the latter? How do critics describe everything in a way to make it sound unfunny? (“First of all, the premise is weak. No one would ever believe that a baseball team would actually have a first baseman named “Who.”) Why, in fact, did the chicken cross the road?...
A Trio Of Events This Week At FADLFADL’s very cool Live @ the Library Series has been bringing a wide variety of events to the ever-popular downtown information emporium. This week a trio of intriguing opportunities await those of us who love to be entertained while we learn.
The first one sounds like a doozy. Any fan of true crime (including those who might still be closeted about their ongoing intrigue with it) should find this in their interest wheelhouse.... White Cloud Seizes CSAA Conference Championship!Smashing into the CSAA Quiz Bowl season, White Cloud Quiz Bowl demonstrated their academic brilliance in competition, which spanned from late January into early March. White Cloud featured two exceptional varsity teams and fielded three sensational junior varsity squads. Turning in absolutely stunning performances, each contingent displayed poise, determination, and excellence...
Recent County Marriage LicensesMost people have been through at least a couple of relationship experiences with some semblance of love. Whether the broken heart of an unrequited passion for the prettiest girl in the 7th grade or an early 20’s romance that somehow soured with the passage of a little time or sometimes when there have been a few swings and misses when it comes to finding one who fits.
The hope is to find the kind of love that is not only reciprocal in nature but chock full of potential for ongoing growth. An often delightful adventure that is also strong enough to endure whatever challenges might lie ahead. Around Us & About Us: Winter at the Market“We’re here from 0 degrees to 90,” said Jon Visser, of Crisp Country Acres. The Visser family keeps the farm stand at the Muskegon Farmers Market open all winter, every winter, no matter the weather.
“We think it’s what our customers want,” Visser said. Our goal is to provide fresh homegrown vegetables harvested within a day or two of sale, he added.... License Now Required For Inland Fishing GuidesBeginning Friday, March 1, sport fishing guides operating in Michigan will need an inland guide license to take clients on guided trips on inland lakes, rivers or streams. The license is required for anyone guiding on any water except the Great Lakes, Great Lakes connecting waters and bodies of water with a surface area of less than 5 acres.
The Newaygo County Autism Community Presents....Newaygo County Safe Swimming AcademyThe Newaygo County Autism Community is very excited to announce the return of our Safe Swim Academy this summer. This is open to all people with ASD who reside or go to school in Newaygo County. The first step in getting signed up for the swimming lessons is to attend the assessment day on March 16 from 10:00 a.m. to noon at the Fremont Rec Center. This is basically an open swim time where our instructor will be in the pool with all participants, accessing their needs and skill level. You do not have to stay the entire time, but...
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SEARCH NEAR NORTH NOWPUBLIC NOTICE: Brooks Township Property OwnersPublic Notice is hereby given that the Brooks Township Board of Review will hold their hearings March 25, 2024 from 3:00 to 9:00 pm and March 27, 2024 from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Brooks Township Hall, 490 Quarterline Road, Newaygo. This change is due to a printing/mailing error from the Newaygo County Equalization Department, and has been changed to allow for sufficient time for residents to receive their notices.
‘Quit for Good’ program April 3rdFremont, Mich., March 12th, 2024 – Corewell Health Gerber Hospital is offering an upcoming 4-week class series designed to help people kick nicotine once and for all. “Quit for good” starts Wednesday, April 3rd, from 4 p.m.-5 p.m. at Tamarac, 1401 West Main Street, Fremont, and meets every Wednesday for four weeks through April 24th. Corewell Health offers many options for community members looking to quit, and also offers classes virtually, as well as one on one appointments. All services are free.
People who sign up and attend all 4 classes will also receive a free month pass to Tamarac. Velocity: N3 Sports Page SponsorWMC, CSAA Girls All Conference SelectionsCSAA, WMC Boys All Conference SelectionsWhite Cloud Boys Prepare For Upcoming Track and Field SeasonWith an excellent blend of upperclassmen and talented younger athletes, White Cloud is poised to excel this year in Division 4. They will open the season March 26th with a scrimmage in Holton. Their first actual meet will be April 9 at home in the CSAA opener against Chippewa Hills and Tri County.
Packer Season Ends In Sparta"Tonight wasn't our night, but our girls have a lot to be proud of. I would like to recognize the outstanding contribution of our seniors, who without such great effort and leadership we would not have been successful. Thank you Jessica Bennett, Katie Ackerman, Olivia Hansen and Elise Pfeiffer....you will be missed.”
“We Battled”“My girls fought tonight. We took really good care of the ball in the first quarter and only had two turnovers but we ended the game with 22. Fatigue and a little bit more pressure on their end seemed to be a real difference maker in the second half.
"Our season ended tonight but as a coach I’m more than proud of what the team was able to accomplish this year, An absolutely great group of girls to be around and coach. Special group of ladies that I will miss." Family Health Care Leaders Meet with Congressional LawmakersSeveral leaders from Family Health Care recently met with members of Congress during the National Association of Community Health Centers Policy and Issues Forum in Washington, DC....
Letter: Proud of President BidenI am proud of President Biden, and the accomplishments of his administration. His address to our nation was inspirational, but not to some, especially the former Republican president. He is the one who thinks he should rule like the dictators he fawns over. He is the candidate who makes a habit of mocking others, our President, a reporter with physical disabilities and Senator John McCain for...
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