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The story and life of Darryl Miller
In June of 2024 I was given a task to put together a few words to announce in a press release that The Ella Sharp Museum in Jackson, MI has accepted a sculpture created by Darryl Miller, a 1968 graduate of Charlotte High School. In beginning the process of putting such an article together and gathering information I reached out to Darryl Miller directly, thinking that I would receive the information straight from the sculptor himself. He spoke to me in a humble way as I carried on asking questions. I quickly found myself intrigued with the account of his journey toward becoming a sculptor. I scribbled many notes and ended the conversation saying that I would be in touch with final article for him to proof. I started writing and putting my notes together. This included me not having trust in myself to correctly spell a few names of places, people, an artist that he had mentioned. A few spell checks turned into hours of enjoyable reading and ended up sparking more questions for Darry Miller. I immediately identified that this would not be a simple story about a local museum receiving a local sculptor’s piece of art.
Country music stars take the stage in Michigan
Some of the biggest names in Country music will be taking the stage in Michigan this weekend. From Lainey Wilson to Old Dominion, Jelly Roll, and more. The lineup is packed for the Faster Horses Music Festival in Brooklyn and one of the performers, Michigan native Sadie Bass, joined “Live in the D” via zoom to chat about it.
Ann Arbor Art Fair, Manchester Chicken Broil among fun things happening this weekend
WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI -- Art, chicken dinners, air shows and lavender all make up the lineup of things going on this weekend in Washtenaw County. Here are more details about those fun things happening from Friday, July 19, to Sunday, July 21. If you purchase a product or register for...
See a sky full of hot air balloons, a car show & food vendors at the 2024 Jackson Hot Air Jubilee
JACKSON, MI – People will soon point their eyes to the sky to catch a glimpse of colorful hot air balloons in Jackson. The 2024 Jackson Hot Air Jubilee is celebrating 41 years in Jackson on Friday, July 19, through Sunday, July 21, at Ella Sharp Park, 2800 Fourth St.
This Michigan Home Looks Straight Out Of A Horror Movie
I'm a big horror fan. It is arguably my favorite category of cinema because of how many different departments can go into the set and special effects. It showcases the best of what goes into a movie being made. That being said, every good horror movie needs a creepy house...
Adrian College Welcomes Over 1,000 to “Sneak Peek Day”
Adrian, MI – Adrian College recently held its annual “Sneak Peek Day,” and had more than 1,000 students and family members visit campus to check out accommodations, student life activities and connect with different departments before classes officially begin on August 26th. “We were thrilled to welcome...
Spring Arbor voters will decide fire millage renewal in August primary
SPRING ARBOR, MI – Spring Arbor Township residents will decide if they want to keep fire services running in their area. A renewal of the Spring Arbor Fire Protection Millage is on the Aug. 6 primary election ballot. The millage, which pays for the township’s fire department services and...
Jonesville '24 grad Gracen Hager will make an impact for Jackson College Jets volleyball
A senior co-captain of the 2023 Hillsdale All-Area volleyball dream team is going to continue her volleyball career at the collegiate level. Jonesville 2024 graduate Gracen Hager is joining the Jackson College Jets volleyball team. “I fell in love with volleyball the second I started playing,” Hager said. “And, you...
METAMORA VILLAGE COUNCIL: Council Discusses Next Steps For Crumbling Building
(PHOTO BY JESSE DAVIS / THE VILLAGE REPORTER) PARTIAL BUILDING COLLAPSE ... The former Metamora Methodist Church building was the subject of discussion at the most recent village council meeting aftera portion of the upper exterior wall collapsed last week. The building's current owner is in the process of having it assessed by an engineer to determine if it is still structurally sound.
Chargers earn NABC Team Academic honors for sixth straight season; three make Honors Court
The Hillsdale College men's basketball team is putting together a lengthy streak of success, and not just on the court. That fact was proven once again on Thursday, July 21 as the Chargers were one of over 360 programs across all divisions of collegiate men's basketball to receive the NABC Team Academic Award, its sixth season receiving the honor, while also putting three players on the NABC Honors Court for 2023-24.
Chargers receive USMC/AVCA Team Academic Award for fifth-straight season
Following another season where the Hillsdale College volleyball team excelled on the court, the Chargers are once again receiving additional accolades for their achievements off the court as well. The American Volleyball Coaches Association, in partnership with the U.S. Marine Corps, announced on Thursday afternoon that for another year the...
Leah Rorick named Morenci's Scholar-Athlete of the Year
MORENCI — Libby Rorick once had a message for her sister. Leah Rorick never forgot it. “My sister said don’t ever take it for granted and keep doing it because once you are done, you’ll want it back,” Leah said. The younger Rorick took the message...
Local charity collecting back-to-school supplies for families in need
LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - Backpacks, calculators, binders and notebooks are getting more expensive every year. Michelle White, an Administrator at Paragon Charter Academy, said this is an even bigger problem for larger families. White said, “Most families have more than one child, right? So you multiply that expense by the...
Upgraded playground, exercise equipment coming to Jackson park through $663K grant
JACKSON, MI - A state grant is being used to expand access to recreation space and programs in Jackson. The city is among 29 eligible cities across Michigan to receive grant funding in July from the Council of Michigan Foundations and the Michigan Department of Natural Resources’ Spark Grant program. Jackson’s award of $663,600 is being used for playground updates at the Martin Luther King Jr. Park, located at the Howard Woods Recreation Complex, 1107 Adrian Street.
Community Health Agency asks residents to report harmful algal blooms
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) – In anticipation of algal blooms on local water bodies due to the recent high temperatures and heavy rain, the Branch-Hillsdale-St. Joseph Community Health Agency has issued information for the public. They say people may see scum, foams, globs, mats, green sheens, or what appears to...
Workplace accident claims life of 36-year-old worker in Jackson
Jackson, Mich. (WKHM, Greg O’Connor) — A workplace accident killed a 36-year-old die setter yesterday at Dexter Stamping off W. Michigan Ave. in Jackson. MIOSHA is investigating the accident, per their initial report. The die setter was in the process of transporting and lifting a die using a crane when the die somehow broke loose and the worker was crushed to death.
Clinton Schools Announce Appointment of Amy Chandler as K-5 Assistant Principal
Clinton, MI – Clinton Community Schools recently announced the appointment of Amy Chandler as the new K-5 Assistant Principal. A news release by the district says that Chandler brings a wealth of experience and a strong commitment to education, making her a valuable addition to the Clinton administrative team.
Adrian pastor accused of child molestation
ADRIAN — A Lenawee County minister was arraigned Monday afternoon in Lenawee district court on two criminal sexual conduct charges following his arrest Saturday. The second-degree felony charges against Michael Ronald Goble filed in 2A District Court specify victims younger than age 13 and that the specific offenses occurred in November, 2021, court records show. But a statement from Adrian police said more charges are likely forthcoming, with potential locations of significance including the Maurice Spears Juvenile Campus, Church of the Good Shepherd, and Mr. Goble’s home. “Based on the totality of investigation thus far, more victims are believed to exist that have not yet been identified,” the police statement said.
Smead named to fill open position on Quincy Village Council
QUINCY, MI (WTVB) – The Quincy Village Council appointed Ryan Smead to fill a vacancy on the Council during their meeting on Tuesday night. Smead takes over from Christy Berry who stepped down from the Village Council last month because she moved out of the village. Smead is a...
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