Hard work, leadership, and dedication have been the foundation of an outstanding high school career for the July 16, 2026 Press Box Player of the Week Ava Cartwright. The daughter of Gordie and Alicia Cartwright, she has made a lasting impact as a four-year varsity athlete, excelling in both volleyball and softball. As the Comet’s second baseman, Ava helped lead her team with an exceptional senior season, setting the Coloma High School softball record for the most home runs in a single...

Tri-City Record is proud to recognize Cole Getz from Watervliet High School as the July 9, 2026 Player of the Week for his outstanding accomplishments on the track and his dedication throughout his high school athletic career. The son of LeAnne Rose and Herb Getz, Cole recently graduated after excelling as a multi-sport athlete in both football and track and field. During the track season, he competed in the long jump, 100-meter dash, 200-meter dash, 4x100-meter relay, and 4x200-meter relay....

PRESENTING… 2026 Coloma Queen Cassidy Emrath and her court as they visit City Hall and meet the Coloma City Council. Pictured (from the left): Miss Coloma Cassidy Emrath, Miss Teen Coloma 1st Runner-Up Zoey Rickman, Miss Teen Coloma Savannah French, Miss Coloma 1st Runner-Up Shelby Thomas, and Mr. Coloma Hunter Pounders. (TCR photo by Heather Jarvis)