Original cornerstone from the St. Joseph’s Catholic Church preserved at new location
PRESERVED FOR THE FUTURE… The old cornerstone from the St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, once the steadfast foundation of a long-forgotten building, is being placed in a new home where its history can be appreciated once more. Weathered by time and etched with the marks of generations past, the stone now stands proudly in its new setting. Though not completely finished, this stone serves as a tangible link between the church community’s heritage and its future. What was once bur
Coloma’s pageant organization is proud to present their Blossomtime 2026 Miss/Mr. Coloma and Miss Teen Coloma pageant on Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025
COLOMA COMMUNITY PAGEANT… Coloma’s pageant organization is proud to present their Blossomtime 2026 Miss/Mr. Coloma and Miss Teen Coloma pageant on Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025, at 2 p.m. in the Coloma High School Auditorium. The theme for this year’s court is Venetian Dreams – Venice, Italy. Tickets are $20 presale price and the day of are $25. Please contact Kassie Prisk at 269-332-3723 for tickets. Contestants pictured are: (from the left) Back row - Miss contestants Shelby Thom
North Berrien Fire Rescue and the Watervliet Fire Department teamed up with Pizza Hut in Coloma as a part of a community fundraiser
SURPRISE… Watervliet Fire Department member Tim Schuck and Pizza Hut employee Kristy Blakemore makes a pizza delivery on Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025, as Jason McVay was surprised when his birthday dinner was delivered by the fire department. His son, Deklyn was even more excited as he is the one who first saw the fire truck pull up to his grandma’s house. North Berrien Fire Rescue and the Watervliet Fire Department teamed up with Pizza Hut in Coloma as a part of a community fund
A Coloma family’s fallen soldier comes home after 75 years
On Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025, at 12:51 p.m. after more than 75 years of being missing in action, remains of U.S. Army Capt. Charles Graham Gibson Jr., the grandfather of longtime Coloma resident, David Gibson, landed in the Detroit Metro Airport.
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services provides links to food assistance programs
To help feed families amid the federal government shutdown, Governor Whitmer recently announced the State of Michigan will provide $4.5 million to the Food Bank Council of Michigan. This critical funding will help feed Michigan residents in all 83 counties and provide food delivery to those who can’t drive to their local food bank. Additionally, the Executive Office of the Governor and state departments have helped Michigan residents feed their families by:
The Coloma Community Schools hosts 50th annual Veterans Day breakfast celebration
FIFTY YEARS OF HONORING VETERANS… The Coloma Community Schools hosted their 50th annual Veterans Day breakfast celebration on Nov. 11, 2025. Area veterans enjoyed a special breakfast and entertainment in their honor. National Honor Society students welcomed the veterans, served them breakfast, and spent time visiting with the guests. The Coloma High School choir and 5th grade singers from Coloma Intermediate under the direction of Greg Prather sang the “Star Spangled Banner”
Blue Star Mothers of America Chapter #177 members held 21st Support the Troops Christmas Open House
SUPPORT OUR TROOPS AT CHRISTMAS… Blue Star Mothers of America Chapter #177 members held their 21st Support the Troops Christmas Open House on Nov. 1, 2025, at Chapel Hill United Methodist Church. These ladies with a group of volunteers packed 133 boxes, as seen in this photo, with items donated to send to active duty military personnel from this area. Chapter #177 also will be sending 50 gift bags for Christmas to the VA hospital in Battle Creek. The postage cost to mail the
North Berrien Community Development received a check from the Menasha Foundation to help with maintenance and upkeep of the Splash Pad
COMMUNITY SPIRIT… North Berrien Community Development received a check from the Menasha Foundation and the funds will go to the City of Coloma to help with maintenance and upkeep of the Splash Pad. NBCD and the City of Coloma are grateful to Menasha for their service to the community and generosity. Pictured (from the left): Community Coordinator Chana Kniebes, Mayor Marsha Hammond, NBCD Chair Sandra Kraemer, Menasha HR/EHS Manager Marian Hayman and Menasha Operations Manager
Hartford’s Emerald Vanguard Marching Band member, Preston Pries, becomes an overnight sensation with upside down drumming video
PRIDE AND PERFORMANCE… Hartford’s Emerald Vanguard Marching Band member, Preston Pries, was honored by Superintendent Nick Blackmer and Board President Mike Banic Pries has become an overnight sensation since the posting of a video of his drum solo that has gone viral on many social media platforms. (Contributed photo)
North Berrien Historical Museum debuts new exhibit on the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi
CO-CURATORS… Dr. John N. Low and Katie St. Amand at North Berrien Historical Museum’s Potawatomi Exhibit opening on Oct. 22, 2025. (Contributed photo) On Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025, the North Berrien Historical Museum unveiled their new exhibit, “Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians,” to the public. Showcasing multiple voices and perspectives, the displays cover three main topics: Traditional Heritage, European Contact, and Modern Pokagon Culture. Through multimedia and hands-on
