The land on which Broadlawn, home of Hillsdale College presidents, now sits used to be the home of the Beta Alpha Delta fraternity, an organization which no longer exists on campus. Beta Alpha Delta was a local fraternity organized in 1924 by a group of men formerly known as the American Commons Club, according to...
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City replaces courthouse fountain
For the past few weeks, the water fountain outside of the Hillsdale court house has been shrouded by a brightly colored orange fence to protect its undergoing replacement. The decision to replace the fountain was made in response to leakage discovered in late May. “The fountain was losing about a thousand gallons of water per...
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Hartzel expands production to Hillsdale
Hartzell Veneer Products LLC’s decision to move its business to Hillsdale is viewed by many as a boost for the city’s economic growth. Hartzell decided to move its production from Benton, Ark., to Hillsdale, Mich., to be closer to suppliers and customers. After choosing to open its plant in an existing building at 282 Industrial...
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City officials prepare for November elections
On Nov. 5, Hillsdale residents will hit the ballot boxes at the public library in order to elect a mayor, four city council wards, city treasurer, and a city clerk. The current mayor, Doug Moon, is not running for reelection. Scott Sessions and Brian Watkins are contending for the position, who currently represent ward I...
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Vanished Hillsdale
Hillsdale athletics expanded greatly in the early 20th century. By the mid-1920s, new facilities were necessary. The campaign for a new fieldhouse began in March 1924, with several college committees expressing support for “a new gymnasium, which would add immensely to educational advantages.” Each faculty member pledged $101.01 in support of the effort. Construction began...