Editorial: Too many local leaders dying in this cold winter
It was shocking to hear of the death of Jayne Atchinson in January and then to hear of Kurt Atchinson’s death in February, about a month later. The Atchinsons are[…]
Former Sumpter Supervisor Johnny Vawters dies Feb. 27
Johnny Vawters, Jr., who served as Sumpter Township Supervisor for 10 years, died Feb. 27 at his home. “He was the best supervisor Sumpter ever had,” said Sumpter Trustee Peggy[…]
Kurt Atchinson Memorial Golf Tourney set at Nevada course
At a Feb. 27 funeral mass at St. Anthony Catholic Church for Belleville businessman Kurt Atchinson, a former Belleville priest who had known him for 43 years told loving stories[…]
VBPS board goes with diversity over experience in MASB vote
The Van Buren Public Schools Board of Education decided to go with diversity over experience when it chose where its vote would go in the election for the board of[…]
Belleville City Council sets dates for 2021-22 budget reviews
During a brief regular Zoom meeting on Monday, following an hour-long workshop session, the Belleville City Council adjusted proposed dates for review of the 2021-22 budget. Instead of being presented[…]
Court Watching: Judge Martin grants DiPietro motion to evict Chapman from garage
After a lively Zoom hearing at 34th District Court on Friday, Judge Lisa Martin granted the motion of attorney Tom DiPietro to terminate the tenancy of defendant James Forrest Chapman,[…]
SW Wayne regional partnership secures vaccines for seniors
News Release On Wednesday, March 3, 1,000 seniors aged 65+ in the communities of Belleville, Huron Township, Sumpter Township, and Van Buren Township were administered COVID-19 vaccines at Wayne County[…]
Jim Wigginton passes skydiving certification at age 72
On Saturday, Feb. 27, Jim Wigginton of Van Buren Township passed the AFF Accelerated Free Fall Skydiving course in Florida that allows him to solo skydive again. Wigginton said, “I[…]
Family Dollar announces grand re-opening
CHESAPEAKE, VA. – Family Dollar, a small format and convenience retailer, has announced plans for the renovated store’s grand re-opening on Saturday, March 6, in Van Buren Township. Family Dollar[…]
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