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01/14/2026

Commissioners Vote To Go Ahead With Courthouse Move

The Hillsdale County Board of Commissioners has approved a resolution signaling their intent to move the District Court from its current location downtown to a new location at 25 Care Drive. The move was discussed during Tuesday’s

01/14/2026

County Settles Excessive Force Lawsuit

There’s been a settlement in a lawsuit over the assault of an inmate at the Hillsdale County Jail. In January of last year, former Hillsdale County Sheriff’s Deputy Ronald Leggitt was sentenced to seven days in jail

01/13/2026

MDARD Seeking Input On Interstate Firewood Ban

The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development is seeking public input on a new plan to prevent invasive pests and diseases from entering the state through firewood. The proposed firewood quarantine would limit the movement of

01/13/2026

Legislation Aims to Help With Michigan Deer Management

A bill in the Michigan House of Representatives aims to give hunters a better way to control the state’s growing deer population. House Bill 4445 was introduced by 35th District State Representative Jennifer Wortz. The bill was

01/13/2026

Residents, Officials Turn Out To Oppose Fayette Township Solar Project

The auditorium at Jonesville High School was packed Monday night as residents and officials discussed a proposed 1,300-acre solar farm by Ranger Power. The Fayette Township Board listened to public comments about the project, which has sparked

01/12/2026

Prioritize Mental Health To Combat Winter Blues

With the deepest part of winter still ahead, now is the time to prioritize mental health and wellness. The winter months can be tough, with short days, frigid temperatures, and increased isolation taking a toll on mental

01/12/2026

Cuyler Found Guilty Of Life Offense In Sexual Assault Case

A Branch County man was convicted Thursday of sexually assaulting two girls, aged 11 and 12, and providing them with methamphetamine. 47-year-old Anthony Cuyler, of Union City, was extradited from Mexico in April 2024 to face charges

01/12/2026

Large Turnout Expected At Fayette Township Board Meeting

A large turnout is expected Monday evening as the Fayette Township Board holds its regularly scheduled monthly meeting. At issue is a proposal by Ranger Power to build a large-scale wind farm on 1,300 acres. Officials have

01/09/2026

Steuben County Officials Asking To Be Included In Casino Discussions

A new casino may be in the future for the region, as leaders in Steuben County are asking state lawmakers to include them in the talks about bringing a new casino to northeast Indiana. According to Channel

01/09/2026

Hillsdale Hospital Launches Spine Center

Hillsdale Hospital has announced the launch of the Hillsdale Spine Center. The center provides office visits in Hillsdale and Jackson, with surgeries performed at Hillsdale Hospital. CEO Jeremiah Hodshire said the new spine center will serve the

01/09/2026

Community Foundation Presents Grant In Memory Of Beloved Educator

The Hillsdale County Community Foundation has announced the winner of the Kristin Townsend Warren Grant. The award was given on what would have been Kristin’s birthday, January 6th, to honor her life and work. This year’s winner

01/09/2026