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First look: Western Michigan at Ohio State odds and lines
The Western Michigan Broncos (0-1) and the Ohio State Buckeyes (1-0) meet Saturday at Ohio Stadium in Columbus. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (Big Ten Network). Below, we look at Western Michigan vs. Ohio State odds from FanDuel Sportsbookbefore making our expert college football picks and predictions later in the week.
Southside Denny to stop in South Haven for midwest tour
SOUTH HAVEN — The Summer Concert Series will host Southside Denny in a special concert in South Haven. The concert is part of his Midwest tour in support of his new CD – called “Heal It” – and will take place at 3 p.m. on Sept. 8 at First Congregational Church UCC, 651 Phoenix St., South Haven.
Mateer piles up 6 TDs, powers WSU to rout of Vikings
PULLMAN — John Mateer would like to say he wasn’t nervous. “I would try to deny it,” Mateer said. “But yeah, I was a little nervous, unfortunately, going into that first drive.”. Any nerves Mateer may have had were expelled when he orchestrated eight consecutive touchdown...
Lakeshore Harvest Ride to return for 13th year
SOUTH HAVEN — Friends of the Blue Star Trail are holding their 13th annual Lakeshore Harvest Ride on Sept. 14. According to a news release, the Saugatuck Douglas Area Convention & Visitors Bureau is the lead sponsor again this year.
Ruiz reflects on 11 years of bookkeeping at South Haven library
SOUTH HAVEN — Among the many friendly faces at the South Haven Memorial Library is Becky Ruiz, who has worked at the library for 11 years. She moved to South Haven about 30 years ago with her family from south Texas. She is married and has three adult kids.
4 observations from rewatching Wisconsin football's close win over Western Michigan
Grading the University of Wisconsin football team after its debut seems incomplete. It becomes a question of where one should draw the line: Are the Badgers the team that moved the ball up and down the field between the 20s, or are they the team that repeatedly errored once in the red zone? Is the defense the group that came up with clutch third- and fourth-down stops, or the one that couldn’t respond after the momentum swung on a fumble and a trick play.
Blessings in a Backpack begins it's 13th year in South Haven
SOUTH HAVEN — The Blessings in a Backpack program is a national nonprofit that addresses the need for food for economically challenged students on weekends. According to a news release, this is a period of time that presents difficulties for many families struggling to put food on their tables.
Michigan Deputy’s Body Cam Shows Intense 9 Minute Foot Chase
Last week, a dramatic chase unfolded in Van Buren County when Toby Farley, a 39-year-old man from Bangor Township, led deputies on a nine-minute pursuit through challenging terrain, including woods and water. The incident began when deputies attempted to arrest Farley, who was wanted on multiple charges, including possession of...
The University of Michigan Has the Most Lopsided Football Rivalry Ever with Kalamazoo College
The University of Michigan has one of the most storied programs in the history of College Football. And perhaps the most lopsided rivalry the Wolverines have is with the Hornets of Kalamazoo College. K College is the oldest intuition of higher learning in Michigan, dating back to 1833, when the...
Road work on M-40 leads to sharp decline in sales for Lawton shops
LAWTON, Mich. — A handful of locally owned businesses along M-40 in Lawton are seeing a monthly decrease in sales after road construction began. It’s nothing new to Michiganders as the project is a part of Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s initiative to improve roads throughout the state. In...
Unruly Behavior At Parchment Vs. Comstock Football Game Sparks Concern
As a concerned parent, it's disheartening to see other parents setting a bad example for our students at high school events. Thursday night's altercation at the Parchment football game against Comstock is a prime example of behavior that shouldn't be tolerated. The district has commended the swift actions of school...
Men’s Soccer Hosts Villanova For Labor Day Soccer Fest Showdown
KALAMAZOO, Mich. – The Western Michigan men's soccer team will host the Villanova Wildcats on Labor Day, Monday, September 2, at WMU Soccer Complex. Kickoff is slated for 3:00 PM, with Soccer Fest festivities beginning at 1:00 PM. For tickets, visit https://wmubroncos.evenue.net/events/SOC. The Unbeaten Streak Continues. On Friday, WMU...
Lint buildup in dryer vent likely caused Holiday Motel fire, public safety officers say
PORTAGE, Mich. — No one was hurt after part of Portage's Holiday Motel caught on fire Friday, according to the Portage Department of Public Safety. Public safety officers were called to the motel at about 5:15 p.m. after a manager discovered the fire in the motel's laundry area. Grand...
Western Michigan Has Home Winning Streak Halted by Clemson
KALAMAZOO, Mich. – The Western Michigan volleyball team saw its 19-match home winning streak come to an end on Sunday as it fell, 3-1 (25-27, 25-23, 25-19, 25-20) to Clemson in the finale of the WMU Tournament at University Arena. FINAL SCORE: Clemson 3, Western Michigan 1. LOCATION: University...
Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease detected in Three Rivers, impacting local wildlife
THREE RIVERS, Mich. — Michigan Department of Natural Resources, or DNR, has detected a fast-spreading deer virus in Three Rivers. The disease, known as Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease, or EHD, has been common in southern states for decades, but has been seen more regularly in Michigan in the last decade or so, according toChad Fedewa, acting deer management specialist at the DNR.
Western Michigan DB leapfrogs official mid play during season opener vs. Wisconsin
Western Michigan’s defense was playing a game within the game at one point against Wisconsin. Unfortunately, it didn’t stop the Broncos from falling apart in the 4th quarter as the Badgers rallied for a 28-14 win. Heading into Friday’s season opener, Wisconsin was a 24.5-point favorite at home,...
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