County National Bank temporarily closed their locations because of Michigan’s uptick in COVID-19 cases. The bank will keep its drive-thru windows in operation and take appointments when necessary, according to its press release. Elsewhere in Hillsdale, Southern Michigan Bank and Trust of Hillsdale closed its lobbies on Nov. 12, limiting its services to drive-thru and...
Year: 2020
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Mild weather keeps Fayette Street construction on track
Construction on Fayette Street remains on schedule with the road set to reopen temporarily in early December and be completed in early May, according to Hillsdale City Engineer Kristin Bauer. Bauer said the precast portion of the culvert — a concrete bridge over the St. Joseph River — is in place. A subcontractor will construct...
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In 2020 ‘I cannot help but be grateful’ for Hillsdale
The year of 2020 has been a challenging time for everybody in different ways. As a senior at Hillsdale College, most of this semester has been very frustrating, but it’s also given me time to reflect upon what I’ve learned from being a student here. From these reflections, I cannot help but be grateful. Three...
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‘In all things give thanks’
With papers piling up, friends disappearing into quarantine, and the future of the nation still unclear, there are many things to feel stressed and even angry about. There is a temptation to express our frustration on social media or complain constantly to our friends. But two words must be remembered even during times of struggle:...
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Hillsdale restaurants cope with new dining restrictions
Small-business restaurants in Hillsdale are adopting new strategies amid new requirements announced this week by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced a wide range of new restrictions on Nov. 15, including a temporary halt on indoor dining services in restaurants and bars, effective Nov. 18 through Dec. 8, according...