Senior Daniel Cody won the 2018 Edward Everett Prize in Oratory, an annual speech competition that focused this year on “National Security and Privacy: Principles for Achieving a Just Balance.” This 18th annual competition was judged by President Larry Arnn, Professor of Politics Thomas West, and Professor and Chairman of Politics Mickey Craig. “Arnn announced...
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Baseball opens G-MAC season 4-0
With snow still gathered in the shadows of foul-territory of Simpson Field, the Hillsdale College baseball team began its G-MAC era with doubleheader sweeps of both Alderson Broaddus University and Davis & Elkins College this weekend. “Everybody was excited to play at home,” head coach Eric Theisen said. “We’ve been on the road for four...
‘Red Indian’ Udder Side flavor stirs community controversy
The flavor of the week at the Udder Side is swirling up controversy, as some local residents complain the name of the “Red Indian” soft serve is racially insensitive. The cinnamon-flavored ice cream with a pinkish hue is being offered exclusively Sunday through Saturday as a part of the Jonesville ice cream shop’s weekly...
Michigan gubernatorial candidate Patrick Colbeck visits campus
With the Constitution in the pocket of his suit jacket and a finger pointed toward the sky, Michigan State Sen. Patrick Colbeck, R-Canton, said: “I know who I serve. I know why I’m serving.” Colbeck, who represents the 7th District in Wayne County, is running to replace Michigan’s Republican Gov. Rick Snyder, who is term...
City addresses prison crowding
The Hillsdale County Circuit and District courts released about 10 citizens in late February after the county jail reported a problem with overcrowding. “We face this quite frequently,” Sheriff Tim Parker said. Parker and Circuit Court Judge Michael Smith said the early release of some inmates doesn’t pose a threat to citizens. Smith said...




