Pullman News

Most people think of a lawn mower as something that rarely leaves the yard. Gene Maul isn't one of them.

Amber Marie Golladay and George James Latchaw are engaged and planning to marry on July 5, 2008.

George Moomey, age 69, of Pullman, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Monday, June 16, 2008.

Boosting achievement through art Area instructor turns to hands-on experiences to increase learning BY ALISON BLACK SOUTH HAVEN -- Art instructor Sarah Benson believes there is more to art than aesthetics.

Police in West Michigan investigating two missing person cases. Ottawa County Sheriff's Department say 33-year old Jamie Cousins hasn't been heard from since Tuesday. via WXMI-TV Grand Rapids

Authorities are looking for an Allegan County woman that was walked away from her home with no trace. via WXMI-TV Grand Rapids

Allegan County authorities are looking for a missing and possibly endangered person. via WSNX-FM Grand Rapids

The city of Bangor has set a town hall meeting for Saturday to gauge public opinion on whether to repair, replace or remodel city hall. via Kalamazoo Gazette

In Allegan County, police are blaming poor visibility for a deadly snowmobile crash. via WLNS-TV Lansing

“This has been an exciting day.”

Caleb Nickerson is all smiles as he is passed over the fence to his mother's waiting arms by former Relay For Life chairperson Jeff Lautenschleger. via The Commercial Record

A 34-year-old Pullman-area man was arraigned Friday on 10 felonies for allegedly murdering his 19-year-old girlfriend and shooting at police who came to check on her welfare. via Kalamazoo Gazette

Custody may be linked to killing of woman PULLMAN -- Investigators believe the death of a 19-year-old woman Tuesday at a house in Allegan County's Casco Township may have been linked to an ongoing child-custody ... via Kalamazoo Gazette

Police said a child custody issue may have prompted a woman's slaying this morning in Casco Township near South Haven today. via Ann Arbor News

A woman has been found dead in a Casco Township home after a man inside shot a State Police trooper in the hand this morning, starting a standoff that ended about 10 a.m. The man inside with the weapon gave up ... via Grand Rapids Press

“Knowledge is power and a well informed public makes better decisions.”

Otsego resident RoseAnn Irving receives her certificate and deputy pin from Sheriff Blaine Koops at the graduation ceremony. via Allegan County News

A fire has destroyed an Allegan County home which was once a fire station. The fire started just after 8 p.m. Monday on 109th Avenue. via WZZM-TV Grand Rapids

Is a new playground in Pullman a blessing or a boondoggle? Cup half full: By this time next year, the children of Pullman and their families will have a new 3-acre park, with play equipment, trails and a picnic ... via Grand Rapids Press

The Saugatuck-Douglas Art Club will meet at 7:15 p.m. Monday at The White Oak Studio and Gardens, 907 52nd St., Pullman. via Holland Sentinel