The book cover of “Mission Possible” was designed by local artist John Castellese. Courtesy | Connie Sexton Local author Nancy Hastings will sign copies of her first book, “Mission Possible,” on Feb. 18 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Studio 42 inside Rough Draft. The event is sponsored by Artworks of Hillsdale County in...
Valentine’s Day is next week, and Hillsdale offers plenty of ways to celebrate. Courtesy | Wikimedia Commons The Collegian’s guide to Valentine’s Day dates Whether you’re dorm-bound or able to travel far, here are some date ideas for the special day: Pizza Date Night Enjoy a couples pizza-making class for $65 at Tiki...
Airport staff keep runways clear of ice and snow during the winter. Olivia Hajicek | Collegian “Hey, how’s your runway look?” a jet radioed to the Hillsdale Municipal Airport on Friday. “Looks great,” Airport Administrator Ginger Moore said. “Okay, we’ll be landing around 3 o’clock.” Pilots often call the Hillsdale Municipal Airport during winter to...
State Sen. Joseph Bellino, a Republican, recently took office and said he plans to advocate for his rural constituents. Courtesy | Facebook Bellino formerly represented state House District 17 in northern Monroe County. He now represents most of Hillsdale County, Lenawee County, and his home county of Monroe under the new state Senate District...
Matthew Spalding, dean of Hillsdale’s Van Andel Graduate School of Government, accepted a position on the board of trustees at the New College of Florida. Appointed by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Jan. 6, Spalding will advise the college on its transformation into a classical liberal arts school. “I have known Governor DeSantis since he...