Police and Fire Chief Scott Hephner. | Collegian Archives After announcing his retirement last month, Hillsdale Police and Fire Chief Scott Hephner now plans to postpone his departure until February 2026 to help search for his successor. “I made an agreement with the city that I’m going to continue my appointment for a few more...
The Hillsdale City Council denied HOPE Harbor’s request on Monday to forgive a $2,834 fine issued after the city ordered the removal of its tent in October. “I have learned from the past that leniency on taxes leads to more leniency on taxes,” Ward 4 Councilman Robert Socha said. “If we keep being lenient, we...
Congressman Tim Walberg helped Hillsdale city officials acquire federal funding for Arch Avenue improvements. Courtesy | Twitter The Hillsdale City Council unanimously approved plans to repair Arch Avenue using a special assessment district at its Dec. 1 meeting and will host a public hearing Jan. 5 to discuss funding for the project. The estimated cost...
Some of Love, Willow’s jewelry. Courtesy | Facebook A new jewelry store in downtown Hillsdale, which offers a variety of vintage and handmade pieces, opened in mid-October. Love, Willow operates by appointment and sells jewelry at an affordable price, according to store owner Kristen Holmes. Holmes said she tries to make sure her customers find...
Michigan will tax an additional 24% on wholesale cannabis under a new state law that goes into effect Jan. 1, allocating revenue toward Michigan roads and construction projects. The tax will be added to the existing 10% excise tax and 6% sales tax for cannabis sales at regulated dispensaries. Estimates by Michigan Advance say the...