Hillsdale County mailed new voter identification cards to registered voters last week, following redistricting in the wake of the 2020 census. Chief Deputy County Clerk Abe Dane said the cards will show voters’ congressional, state representative, and state senate districts among other information, but are not required to vote. State law requires township, city, or...
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American Legion creates trailer for first responders
American Legion Post #53 and other community organizations joined together to service a new trailer to help Hillsdale County Firefighters and other first responders fight off the summer heat. The trailer will provide a variety of accommodations including shade canopies, chairs, snacks, cold compresses, and sanitary items for first responders who work to keep the...
Police face backlash, death threats after viral video depicts confrontation between officers and dog
The Hillsdale City Police Department is receiving threats from the public after a video went viral that depicts officers in an encounter with a dog at large on March 21. Police officers Todd Holtz and Dustin Simms encountered the dog when responding to a “disturbing the peace” complaint about Andy Dewaine Bailey, Hillsdale City Police...
Local church hosts community breakfast, concert
Members of the Hillsdale Church of the Nazarene held a concert and a pancake breakfast April 3. The Stronghold Quartet, a vocal group, performed at the event. The event began with breakfast and the performance followed in the sanctuary. Pastor Mike Prince introduced the group and prayed over the event. Between each of the songs,...
Mayor Adam Stockford endorses Chief James Craig for governor
Hillsdale Mayor Adam Stockford endorsed former Detroit Police Department Chief James Craig, a Republican, for Michigan governor in a press release on April 4. “I’ve been following James Craig’s career since Detroit brought him on to head their police department a decade ago,” Stockford said. Craig’s history in law enforcement began when he started his...