The Hillsdale County Republican Women learned about the principles of libertarianism in its first luncheon meeting of 2020. Hillsdale College Associate Professor of Economics Charles Steele discussed the economic and political implications of libertarianism. Each month, the Hillsdale County Republican Women host a luncheon with an accompanying political lecture. President Lucille VanAken said learning about...
Across Michigan, the holiday shopping season proves profitable for local retailers, and Hillsdale businesses follow this trend. Womply, a software firm that provides business intelligence and other services to small businesses throughout the country, published a report on Nov. 11, revealing retail shopping trends in Michigan. The study found that five of the top 15...
As I zipped along Jonesville Road on my way back from a fall-break camping trip, I was pleased that I was making good time. It had been a refreshing excursion, but my head was already spinning as I considered the many assignments that awaited me on campus. Then I spotted a strange, black vehicle with...
The track was clear and the weather was fair for the Hillsdale College Women Commissioners inaugural Charger Derby. Held Nov. 2 in the Searle Center, the fundraising event raised roughly $100,000 for student scholarships and attracted 255 guests for an evening of simulated horse racing and a silent auction. The Women Commissioners hosted the virtual derby in...
Gib Turner has died three times. After flatlining thrice during a minor operation, he realized that doing what he loves most is paramount. “Life is short. Do what you want and be happy. That’s why I own a bike shop,” Turner said. In April, Turner opened the Cykel Shop, a full-service bike shop in downtown...