Bon Appétit is a relative newcomer to Hillsdale’s campus, and a welcome one at that. Bon Appétit introduced higher-quality food. It was locally-sourced, fresher, generally easier to identify, and assembled with greater care. But we lovers of tradition tended, at first, to look fondly on what once was: Saga, Inc. gave us more food, and...
Month: September 2015
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In pursuit of ‘kleos’: Ultimate Frisbee Club starts up new season
The frisbee flew toward junior Luke Zahari. As he jumped for the disc, his right arm interlocked with another player’s, so Zahari flung out his left hand, diving for the flying disc. With arms preoccupied and nothing to take his fall, Zahari’s face smashed into the ground. His sunglasses cracked under the pressure, leaving the...
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Boats available at Baw Beese for student use
Kayaks and paddleboards are now available for students to use at Baw Beese Lake. This summer, Campus Recreation purchased three kayaks and three stand-up paddle boards along with life jackets and paddles. Maintenance also constructed a dock to help with boarding and unboarding. “We were looking for an opportunity to utilize Baw Beese more and...
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New city manager ‘moving city forward’
Only a couple months into his new job and Hillsdale City Manager David Mackie has quickly proven himself to be a positive addition to the city administration. “He’s doing an excellent job and moving the city forward,” Mayor Scott Sessions said. Mackie took over for acting City Manager Doug Terry in July, who helped keep...
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Broad Street limits liquor sales
Broad Street Downtown Market and Tavern is decreasing its hard liquor sales to focus on fostering a friendly environment in the restaurant and bar area. The store’s management decided in mid-August to steer away from business gained through selling hard alcohol, General Manager Kevin Kirwan said. The Market and Tavern will continue to sell and...