The Hillsdale City Council has received more than six applications for the newly formed Homelessness Task Force, which will soon begin addressing homelessness in the city. Seven people have submitted applications to serve on the board, and Mayor Adam Stockford said two dozen more residents expressed interest in applying. “I don’t think it’d be wise...
Hillsdale Mayor Adam Stockford swore in an interim city clerk on Monday, Feb. 24 after City Clerk Katy Price had to take time off for a health emergency. Hillsdale Recreation Director Michelle Loren was appointed and will serve in the role for a few weeks. Both state and city law required a new appointment be...
Students of the Van Andel Graduate School of Statesmanship hosted Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee Friday night for their annual President’s Day banquet. Lee spoke about his life, policies, and the importance of faith in God. Lee opened his remarks by telling the crowd about his time on campus so far, which included touring the school,...
Three local candidates spoke to residents about reducing government interference and spending during a candidate meet-and-greet at Stadium Roller Rink on Feb. 15. The candidates took questions from the attendees, passed around petitions, and discussed issues important to the citizens. The three candidates included: Doug Ingles, owner of the rink and candidate for county commissioner;...
The Hillsdale City Council voted 5-3 to approve a loan on Monday night that will help the general contractor complete renovations on the Dawn Theater. The loan will be granted to the Tax Increment Finance Authority and will come from the Hillsdale Board of Public Utilities’ budget. The purpose of the five-year loan is to...