“YOU scrapbook?!” many said when I told them about the subject of this column. The last time I evoked such a shocked response was when I told my father that I, his last hope for a jock in the family, wanted to join the dance and cheerleading team during basketball season. Shocking, I know. For...
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February 5, 2015July 12, 2022News
BPU director charged with drunk driving
Rickie J. Rose, 61, director of Hillsdale’s Board of Public Utilities, was arrested and charged with drunk driving after crashing into a tree Saturday, Jan. 24, at 7:45 p.m. “It’s one of those stupid personal decisions, and it could have been a hell of a lot worse, frankly,” Rose told the Collegian. “I’m just thankful...
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January 22, 2015July 12, 2022Sports
Charger Chatter: Corinne Zehner
After re-breaking school records in both the 60 and 400 hurdles at the Chargers’ first home indoor track meet, junior women’s track team captain Corinne Zehner met an NCAA provisional qualifying mark for the 60 hurdles and earned the GLIAC’s Track Athlete of the Week. For the indoor track season, Zehner runs the 60 hurdles,...
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January 4, 2015July 12, 2022City News
Dawn Theater to Remain Open on Temporary Basis
Historic Dawn Theater co-owners Jeff and Marcy Horton decided to keep the theater open on a temporary basis after a Dec. 31 closing announcement induced an outpouring of sadness and support for the local venue. “Yesterday, they [the Hortons] had a change of heart from the comments on Facebook and people who enjoy the place,”...
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December 4, 2014July 12, 2022Opinions
Minimum wage will always destroy jobs
In October, Tastes of Life, a locally-owned restaurant ministry announced it will close because the increased costs it will incur from raising wages surpasses its revenue. The business employed 12 people struggling with terminal illnesses, family problems, or criminal records. These employees, whom Tastes of Life provided counseling, job experience, and a small income, all...