Wilcox Newspapers

By Jason Wesseldyk
Sports Editor
KENT CITY—Novella DeGraaf spent much of Saturday, May 30, racing from one event to another.
By the end of the day, the Saugatuck junior had collected three All-State finishes, broken three school records and helped lead the Trailblazers to a fourth-place finish at the Division 3 state finals.
The Trailblazers scored 30 points to pl...

By Jordan Wilcox
Assistant Publisher

A series of political messages written in chalk on downtown sidewalks has sparked an ongoing debate in Saugatuck over free speech, public property, and the community’s image as a tourist destination.
The controversy centers around a recurring event organized by the advocacy group Good Trouble Indivisible called “Chalk the W...

This year, CommUnity PRIDE recognizes two extraordinary individuals who have helped shape and strengthen that spirit for more than five decades through their generosity, leadership, volunteerism, mentorship, and unwavering commitment to the community. In many ways, it would be impossible to explore Saugatuck and Douglas without encountering the lasting impact of Bud Baty and ...

By Jason Wesseldyk
Sports Editor

Each year, Plainwell High School recognizes members of its graduating class who achieve grade-point averages of 4.0 or higher.
For the Class of 2026, 34 students earned Top Honors recognition.
Leadi...