News alert: Report of a transformer struck by lightning. FERRY TOWNSHIP — Ferry Township Fire Department was dispatched to an area between 136th and 144th avenues for a transformer that was struck by lightning Sunday, Aug. 8, shortly before 10:30 p.m.
Hesperia standout to start as linebacker for K College this fall. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. KALAMAZOO — Former Hesperia Panther three-sport athlete Scott Peters III is expected to be a starting linebacker for the Kalamazoo College Hornets this fall. Peters enters his senior year at Kalamazoo College after playing three seasons for the Hornets. He was a standout at Hesperia…
Beware of phone scam involving caller identifying himself as a Hart police officer. HART — The Hart Police Department is investigating a fundraising phone scam by a caller who claims to be a Hart police officer, said Hart Police Chief Juan Salazar. “The caller identifies (himself) as an officer with the Hart Police Department and indicates he is contacting individuals around…
Fruit research station sparks excitement for ag industry. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. WEARE TOWNSHIP — Approximately 230 community members and agricultural professionals attended the grand opening of the 10,000-square-foot Earl and Linda Peterson West Michigan Research Station Thursday evening, Aug. 5. Located on 68 acres of farmland, the donor-owned station recently completed the multi-million-dollar project. Research at the site will…
Shelby Township Board passes resolution for Hispanic Heritage Month. SHELBY — A unanimous vote for the resolution recognizing Sept. 15 through Oct. 15 as Hispanic Heritage Month in Shelby Township passed by the township board this week. “Shelby Township recognizes the cultural diversity of our township and the importance of honoring the heritage of the Hispanic community,” said Shelby Township…
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