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Tri-City Record The Tri-City Record was established as the Weekly Record in 1882. There is an original copy of the paper, datelined... Vol II Friday, September 23, 1883.

The name was changed to the Watervliet Record by publisher/editor A.N. Woodruff in 1890. The newspaper's name was changed to the Tri-City Record by publishers Anne and Karl Bayer in October 1984. The Bayer's purchased the paper from Gordon and Joan Banasik in Feb. 1984. The Banasiks bought the paper from Winifred Case, widow of Francis, in 1959. The Case family owned and operated the Record for 68 years. Up to the Bayer's ownership the Watervliet Record was also a job printing shop.

The Greater Hartford Area Chamber of Commerce and the Hartford Public Library are excited to announce the Hartford Fall ...
09/17/2025

The Greater Hartford Area Chamber of Commerce and the Hartford Public Library are excited to announce the Hartford Fall Festival, taking place Saturday, Sept. 27 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 28 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Hartford Public Library, 12 Church Street.

The second week of action in the Tri-City Record’s Armchair Quarterback contest challenged our panel over some daunting ...
09/17/2025

The second week of action in the Tri-City Record’s Armchair Quarterback contest challenged our panel over some daunting choices on the gridiron, as they attempted to pick the winners in three local high school, four collegiate, and three professional football games. Regarding the final records in our contest last week, four AQBs passed their weekly examination, leaving the other two to wonder why they failed this weekly quiz! ..See more in this week's issue of the Tri-City Record!

The second week of action in the Tri-City Record’s Armchair Quarterback contest challenged our panel over some daunting choices on the gridiron, as they attempted to pick the winners in three local high school, four collegiate, and three professional football games. Regarding the final records in ...

Pets significantly enhance the physical and mental well-being of seniors. They offer essential companionship and contrib...
09/17/2025

Pets significantly enhance the physical and mental well-being of seniors. They offer essential companionship and contribute to lowering blood pressure, alleviating stress, and fostering a sense of responsibility.

Hartford High School students are celebrating Homecoming 2025 the week of Sept. 15-19. Much preparation has gone into ce...
09/16/2025

Hartford High School students are celebrating Homecoming 2025 the week of Sept. 15-19. Much preparation has gone into celebrating this annual event. The overall theme is Netflix Series. Class assignments are Seniors – Stranger Things, Juniors – Outer Banks, Sophomores – Wednesday and Freshmen – The Flash. There are two parades planned for Friday, Sept. 19 to excite the Husky fan base.

Hartford High School students are celebrating Homecoming 2025 the week of Sept. 15-19. Much preparation has gone into celebrating this annual event. The overall theme is Netflix Series. Class assignments are Seniors – Stranger Things, Juniors – Outer Banks, Sophomores – Wednesday and Freshmen ...

United Way of Southwest Michigan is gearing up for its annual Rake a Difference event, set to take place on Thursday, No...
09/16/2025

United Way of Southwest Michigan is gearing up for its annual Rake a Difference event, set to take place on Thursday, Nov. 13, across Berrien, Cass, and Van Buren counties. The organization is calling on volunteers to step forward and help make a difference in the lives of local seniors by assisting with leaf raking and gutter cleaning.

United Way of Southwest Michigan is gearing up for its annual Rake a Difference event, set to take place on Thursday, Nov. 13, across Berrien, Cass, and Van Buren counties. The organization is calling on volunteers to step forward and help make a difference in the lives of local seniors by assisting...

A group of 11 boys on the beach after swimming… Have you ever gone with a large group of peers to the lake swimming? Do ...
09/16/2025

A group of 11 boys on the beach after swimming… Have you ever gone with a large group of peers to the lake swimming? Do you even like to swim? If you have stories or memories, please share with us at North Berrien Historical Museum - call 269-468-3330, email [email protected]. North Berrien Historical Museum is open for tours, Tues. through Fri. 10-4.

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09/16/2025

It is School picture time, don't forget to send in your Kute Kids to [email protected]

United Federal Credit Union’s Director of Digital Banking, Katrina Leach has been named to Moody on the Market’s 40 Unde...
09/15/2025

United Federal Credit Union’s Director of Digital Banking, Katrina Leach has been named to Moody on the Market’s 40 Under 40 List for the Class of 2025. Leach is a graduate of Coloma High School. “I’m honored to be recognized among such a talented and passionate group of professionals,” said Leach.

United Federal Credit Union’s Director of Digital Banking, Katrina Leach has been named to Moody on the Market’s 40 Under 40 List for the Class of 2025. Leach is a graduate of Coloma High School.

The Hartford Pageant Organization invites all interested participants to attend the official kick-off meeting for the 20...
09/15/2025

The Hartford Pageant Organization invites all interested participants to attend the official kick-off meeting for the 2026 Hartford Royalty Pageants. The meeting will take place on Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025, at 3 p.m. at the Hartford Alternative Education Building.

THIS KUTE KID IS… Alice Virginia Kenney, age one and a half. She is the daughter of Kayla (Warsko) Kenney and Andy Kenne...
09/15/2025

THIS KUTE KID IS… Alice Virginia Kenney, age one and a half. She is the daughter of Kayla (Warsko) Kenney and Andy Kenney of Midland, MI.

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Another important date in October is Saturday, Oct. 18, when the township will be celebrating the fire department’s 75th...
09/14/2025

Another important date in October is Saturday, Oct. 18, when the township will be celebrating the fire department’s 75th anniversary. From the time it was called Lake Michigan Beach to the current title of North Berrien Fire and Rescue, the township is planning to honor this milestone with its volunteer firefighters, their residents, and other local communities by inviting everyone to an open house at Fire Station 2 on Coloma Road, from 2-4 p.m.

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If you own a business, you’ve probably spent countless hours thinking about how to grow it, manage daily operations and ...
09/14/2025

If you own a business, you’ve probably spent countless hours thinking about how to grow it, manage daily operations and serve your customers. But have you thought about how you’ll eventually step away from it? While it might seem premature, planning your successful exit from your business is one of the smartest moves you can make as an owner.

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The Tri-City Record was established as the Weekly Record in 1882. There is an original copy of the paper, datelined... Vol II Friday, September 23, 1883. The name was changed to the Watervliet Record by publisher/editor A.N. Woodruff in 1890. The newspaper's name was changed to the Tri-City Record by publishers Anne and Karl Bayer in October 1884. The Bayer's purchased the paper from Gordon and Joan Banasik in Feb. 1984. The Banasiks bought the paper from Winifred Case, widow of Francis, in 1959. The Case family owned and operated the Record for 68 years. Up to the Bayer's ownership the Watervliet Record was also a job printing shop.