Local nonprofit group Key Opportunities is launching a new program called Makers Market. The event is kicking off on Tuesday, Sept. 5 and will continue year-round, running Mondays through Fridays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., according to a social media announcement by Mayor Adam Stockford. The store will be located at 400 N. Hillsdale...
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City responds to power outage after cell service returns
BPU trucks helped with downed limbs and electrical issues at Union Street and Barber Drive after a transformer exploded. Logan Washburn | Collegian The Hillsdale Board of Public Utilities expects to restore power to 80% of its customers by the end of the day Friday, as residents across Hillsdale County have been facing a power...
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Police arrest suspect after threats send Jonesville Middle School into lockdown
MSP troopers and DNR officers helped respond to the threats at Jonesville Middle School. Courtesy | Corey Murray Police arrested a 14-year-old student after threats of a shooting sent Jonesville Middle School into lockdown Wednesday. “She just didn’t like school, and didn’t want to be there,” said Jonesville Chief of Police Kurt Etter. Someone...
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Democrats aim to repeal Michigan’s “right-to-work” law
The Michigan Capitol, where Democrats proposed legislation on Jan. 12 to repeal Michigan’s “right-to-work” law. Courtesy | Flickr Democrats in the Michigan legislature introduced multiple bills Jan. 12 that would repeal the state’s “right-to-work,” which allows employees to work without joining a union. While supporters of the legislation said it would restore unions’ bargaining power...
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State troopers arrest suspect in local drive-by shooting
Michigan State Police arrested a man suspected of shooting and injuring another driver in Jefferson Township on the night of Jan. 4. Matthew Christopher Mosby, 30, is facing four charges related to the incident, according to JailTracker. He was arraigned on Jan. 6. According to an MSP news release, Jackson Post troopers responded to the...