The tens of thousands of people who flood the Hillsdale County fairgrounds for the 168th annual county fair Sept. 23-29 will find familiar staples: grandstand shows, the animal birthing tent, rides, and fried food. But the grandstand itself will sport a makeover, and a new optional alert system will keep attendees informed throughout the event....
Professor of History Richard Gamble will be hosting two reading groups throughout the year to discuss Christian theological texts in association with The Paideia Center for Theological Discipleship. The two groups began meeting Sept. 12 and 13, one on campus and another in the community. The Paideia Center is a national organization which organizes regional...
Hillsdale’s Orthodox Presbyterian Church is now offering a service for church members and students to gather together for Psalms and prayer before beginning the day. At 8 a.m. on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings, Hillsdale’s Orthodox Presbyterian Church meets for 15 to 20 minutes to listen to an Old Testament reading, read Psalms in response,...
Hillsdale Industrial Park stands as a testament to the growing Hillsdale economy. According to the Economic Development Coordinator for the City of Hillsdale Kelly LoPresto, 22 of the Industrial Park buildings are currently occupied. “The park only has one vacant building for sale and one building with space available for lease,” LoPresto said. “All other...
According to a 2010 census, three-quarters of the population in Hillsdale County didn’t claim a religious affiliation. These numbers motivate the new pastor of the Hillsdale First Presbyterian Church, Rev. Scott Cress, who recently made his home in Hillsdale. Cress said he is looking forward to cultivating new relationships within the community through the...