E. Coli Hits Mill PondDHD#10 urges public to avoid water contact at Lake White Cloud
On Friday, July 26, 2024, District Health Department #10 (DHD#10) was notified by Ferris State University that they collected bacterial samples from Lake White Cloud – City of White Cloud Rotary Park, Newaygo County on Thursday, July 25, 2024. Ferris State University reported that two samples showed elevated E. coli levels and will continue to sample until the levels are reduced. A 6 Pack of Questions for County Candidates- County CommissionerThe final of our series features one of the candidates in the only contested commissioner race, the 5th District which includes Garfield and Brooks Township as well as the City of Newaygo.
Once again, early voting begins this Saturday and runs through Sunday, August 4th. Election Day is Tuesday, August 6th. Absentee Ballots can be obtained until Monday, August 5th at 4pm. "Democracy cannot succeed unless those who express their choice are prepared to choose wisely. The real safeguard of democracy, therefore, is education."- Franklin D. Roosevelt A 6 Pack of Questions for County Candidates- Drain CommissionerToday we move to the race for Drain Commissioner and the responses from 2 of the 3 candidates running for the office.
Once again, early voting begins this Saturday and runs through Sunday, August 4th. Election Day is Tuesday, August 6th. Absentee Ballots can be obtained until Monday, August 5th at 4pm. "The act of voting is one opportunity for us to remember that our whole way of life is predicated on the capacity of ordinary people to judge carefully and well.”-Alan Keyes A 6 Pack of Questions for County Candidates- Register of Deeds![]() Today we pose our 6 queries to the candidates for Register of Deeds.
Once again, early voting begins this Saturday and runs through Sunday, August 4th. Election Day is Tuesday, August 6th. Absentee Ballots can be obtained until Monday, August 5th at 4pm. “There is no more vital right in a democracy than the right to vote. Without it, no other right is secure.”-Lawrence Goldstone Tomorrow: Drain Commissioner A 6 Pack Of Questions for County Candidates- County ClerkOn Monday we presented the responses from our two candidates for Newaygo County Sheriff. Today we have the 2 candidates for Newaygo County Clerk.
Once again, early voting begins this Saturday and runs through Sunday, August 4th. Election Day is Tuesday, August 6th. Absentee Ballots can be obtained until Monday, August 5th at 4pm. As always, elections are decided by those who show up to vote and the best vote is an informed one... A 6 Pack of Questions for County Candidates- Sheriff![]() Starting with the 2 vying for Newaygo County's Top Badge
It’s a primary of course and the ‘real’ election for these offices is in November. However, in an area such as ours with a more than solid majority of voters consistently casting their ballots on the Republican side, the primary is THE election for county officials as well as most township boards. These are the folks who will truly impact local decisions. If the past is any indicator, just a bit more than 1 in 4 folks registered to vote will bother to actually cast their ballot. The turnout is generally around half of those who will exercise their voting rights in November so a small percentage of voters will decide who will be in county positions the next 4 years. This Saturday, July 27th is the first day of early voting. Sunday August 4th is the last day of early voting Absentee voter ballots can be obtained until 4pm on Monday August 5th. Election Day is August 6th We submitted questions to each candidate for county-wide offices. The questions came from submissions from our readers and are the same for each candidate. We will be including the Sheriff, County Clerk, Register of Deeds and Drain Commissioner over the next few days. Newaygo County Gus Macker a Giant SuccessVolunteers were abundant, stepping up to help make this 50th anniversary Gus Macker event a success. Registration took place Friday night in the gymnasium and then again bright and early Saturday morning. By the time the first whistles of the patient and kind referees on Saturday morning at 8:00, the event was hopping...
New Trustees Elected to Community Foundation BoardBurrell is a Hesperia High School graduate and is the senior economic development director for Newaygo County with The Right Place. She holds a degree from Grand Valley State University and serves on our Impact Investment Committee as well as several other local boards and committees.
Paris is a retired CPA and partner at H&S Companies with experience in nonprofit accounting. She has served on local boards and committees, including the board of Newaygo County Compassion Home. She also chairs our Audit and Risk Management Committee. Deb Emerick Summer Celebration of Music![]() This year’s Deb Emerick Summer Celebration of Music, honoring the memory of a beloved Fremont artist and musician, will again feature an impressive and diverse collection of Newaygo County talent.
The concert is scheduled for Tuesday evening, Aug. 13 at 7 p.m. at the Dogwood Center for the Performing Arts. Admission will be free, with donations going to the Newaygo County Compassion Home, a community-supported non-profit that provides free end-of-life care for local people. An anonymous donor recently offered to match any donations that come in for the Compassion Home, up to $20,000. Ted Yoder at the Dogwood on August 2![]() Yoder has redefined what's possible with the hammered dulcimer. His original compositions blend rock 'n roll sensibilities and unmistakable innovation, creating deeply moving and joyous music. He has won the title of National Hammered Dulcimer Champion, performed on NPR radio, opened for Jake Shimabukuro, performed at Busch Gardens, and the historic WGN radio in Chicago...
Hands in the Dirt: Ground CherrySo what is a ground cherry?
Turns out, ground cherries are actually tomatoes. They resemble tomatillos in appearance. They taste like a cross between a tomato and a pineapple. Look for them this time of year at your local farmers market. A member of the nightshade family, ground cherries are ready to eat when they fall to the ground. They produce a husk that... 4-H Days at Legends Ranch4-H Days at Legends Ranch returned for the second summer on May 28, July 8, and July 9! 4-H youth from Lake and Newaygo Counties enjoyed a day at Legends Ranch in Bitely exploring the nature trails, observing the wildlife, trying out the archery range, and of course, fishing for bluegill, perch and bass which was the highlight of the day for many of the kids! In addition, the youth had the opportunity to
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SEARCH NEAR NORTH NOWWho’s Getting Married?The recent applicants courtesy of the Newaygo County Clerk’s Office
Jessica Stephens, Sand Lake & John Pearo, Bitely Grace Walker, Fremont & Mathew Shavalier, Hesperia Jennifer Thomas, Hesperia & Brent Nearanz, Muskegon Christopher Rice, Toledo, OH & Erin LaFind, Fremont "A successful marriage requires falling in love many times, always with the same person" - Mignon McLaughlin Youth Advisory Committee Awards GrantsGrant applications were reviewed by YAC members who come from each Newaygo County public high school and the local homeschool community. Throughout the school year, YAC members also meet to build leadership skills and learn more about philanthropy and the nonprofit sector...
Afghanistan Up CloseLive @ the Library, a series of events including author visits and informational presentations at Fremont Area District Library is thrilled to host local author John E. Hudson to present his book, Afghanistan – A Year in Pictures, Missions, & News with the Special Operations Command...
Letter: Life’s Little RemindersEvery so often we stumble upon something in our lives that simply reminds us of the freedom of life that we all enjoy. Just a simple reminder such as this flag attached to this small little island on the South side of Hess Lake. For a third year this flag has emerged in this location and...
New Day Care Center Now Open Near White CloudLittle Ones Day Care recently opened a new center in Everett Township near White Cloud after operating in Fremont the past 3 years The center is ...
Got an Interest in Ecosystems?Yooper Alert!Live @ the Library, a series of events including author visits and informational presentations at Fremont Area District Library is thrilled to host Janet Kasic to present a program called “Where Eagles Fly: Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.”
FADL in JulyOur very popular Discovery Tuesday programs will take place in the Community Room on Tuesday mornings at 10:00 a.m. and last 45 minutes to 1 hour. On July 2nd, magician Brad Lancaster will do a show including music, magic, puppetry, storytelling, and comedy.
NOTICEPublic Notice: The Family Health Care White Cloud Child and Adolescent Health Center Advisory Council will meet on Monday, July 29, 2024, from noon to 1 p.m. in the conference room of the clinic at 555 E. Wilcox Ave. in White Cloud. The public is invited to attend the meeting and lunch will be provided. For more information, please call (231) 689-3268.
SPORTSJoe Berger FUNdamental Youth Football Clinic Returns to NewaygoJOBSSeveral NCRESA Openings Posted for 24-25 School YearGrant Public Schools Seeks Coaching ApplicantsNCRESA Seeks Assistant Principal at NCCTC |
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