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Chippewa Track & Field Program, Paupore and Turner honored as USTFCCCA All-Academic
NEW ORLEANS -- Central Michigan University Track & Field earned All-Academic status from the United States Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) Thursday, while two decorated student-athletes, Emily Paupore, who won the Indoor 5000m title in 2024 and Anya Turner, who competed in the NCAA Outdoor Regional Championships in the steeplechase, were named All-Academic Athletes.
See the Unusual Vegetable at The Ionia Free Fair
One thing you can count on at a county fair is there is always something unusual to see. This year at the Ionia Free Fair there is a most unusual vegetable you can see here. The Ionia Free Fair is iconic in West Michigan since it has been going strong since 1915. The Ionia Free Fair is also the world's largest fair that is free to attend, hence the name.
Portland Township Recycling set for July 27th-28th
Portland Township recycling will take place on Saturday, July 27th and Sunday, July 28th (always the 4th Saturday) from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm or until the bins are full. Please break down all cardboard boxes. Recycling is located at 1 Industrial Drive, next to Municipal Supply, and is open only to Portland Township residents.
Larry James Hill, 84, of Lakeview
Larry James Hill, age 84, passed away on Friday, July 12, 2024, at Isabella County Medical Care Facility in Mt. Pleasant. He was born in Lakeview on June 19, 1940, the son of Orville and Beulah (Racer) Hill. Larry was raised in the Lakeview area, graduating with the Class of 1959. He was employed by Federal Mogul in Greenville as a hilo operator and truck driver for 40 years before his retirement. Larry married the love of his life, Carol Ann Thurston on September 4, 1965, in Howard City. They were married for 58 years and had 3 beautiful children together. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, golfing, gardening and anything that found him outdoors. He loved caring for his yard, making sure it was perfectly manicured. Larry will be remembered as a hardworking man that cared deeply for his family.
Robroy Industries Announces the Hiring of Geoff Twietmeyer as Robroy Enclosures General Manager
BELDING, Mich. – Robroy Industries Enclosures Division announces that it has appointed Geoff Twietmeyer as general manager. Twietmeyer holds an MS degree in Engineering Management from Western Michigan University and a BS in Aerospace Engineering from Trine University. His diverse professional experience includes service as a partner at LeaderWork,...
Dale Edward Murray, 80, of Six Lakes
Dale Edward Murray, age 80, of Six Lakes passed away on July 5, 2024, at MyMichigan Medical Center Midland in the comfort of loved ones. He was born in Lakeview, MI, on June 25, 1944, to Charles and Viva June (Warner) Murray. Dale is survived by his wife of 54...
Vestaburg celebrates 150 years
An historical milestone will be observed at this year’s annual Vestaburg Community Days Celebration this weekend. The 2024 event will mark the village’s 150th birthday with a variety of activities on tap for children and adults alike. George W. O’Donnell founded Vestaburg in 1874 and named it after...
EPA seeks public comment on Velsicol cleanup plan
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is offering area residents a chance to voice their opinions on proposed changes in the remediation plan for the former Velsicol Chemical Co. plant site in St. Louis. A 30-day public comment period began Monday and will run through Aug. 13. Also, the agency will...
Grand finale
STANTON — For the second year in a row, Garnet Garage has raised the Twilight League’s Leo Durocher Tournament trophy high in the sky as they downed Houghton Building Supply-Stanton, 7-4, in the championship game on Sunday. They did it courtesy of first baseman Reed Heathman, who crushed...
Belding’s Conrad focuses in, earns Soccer Player of the Year award
Belding's Hayley Conrad brought track speed to the soccer team last year for the Black Knights, racking up nine goals as a freshman. She split her time between the pitch and the track, and acquitted herself well to soccer despite the dual practice and game schedules. But heading into her...
Who has the best french fries in Ionia County? Locals crown Social House
IONIA COUNTY — Our readers gave their "tots" on the matter, and the best local french fries have been crowned. We asked locals to vote between five nominees on National French Fry Day. Social House, located at 80 N. Bridge St. in Saranac, was voted No. 1 among sit-down and fast-food restaurants in The Sentinel-Standard's online poll.
CMU moving medical school to Saginaw
Central Michigan University is moving its medical school to Saginaw, the university announced Tuesday. As demand for medical education and health care grows in Michigan and nationally, Central Michigan University’s College of Medicine is pursuing a plan to expand its programs and consolidate into a new home as part of the Medical Diamond Project in Saginaw, the university said.
CMU student gets tech polysilicon internship in Tennessee
A Central Michigan University student studying applied statistics and analytics has been awarded an internship at a Tennessee-based silicone and polymer technology company. Harshavardhan Reddy of Mt. Pleasant, who graduates in December, is completing an internship at Wacker Chemical Company in Charleston, Tenn. Wacker is a pioneer in silicone and...
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