Montague High School alum Jerome Kari works with a Montague student on his kicking technique during a taekwondo lesson in the MHS P.E. class April 1. Courtesy Photo
Whitehall High School's National History Day team state qualifiers will present their entries at the April 16 White Lake Area Historical Society meeting at the White Lake Senior Center. Team members include, left to right, front row, Aria Lenoir, Evelynn Butler, Adilyn Hernandez, Lucy Mann and August Redmon; second row, Easton Raymo, Lucas Rake, Kallie Sapp, Logan Ferwerda, Kobe Freiheit and Jonathan Bartlett; third row, Isabella Causie, Mathilda Morneau, Katie LeaTrea, Annabelle George, Alexandra Risthouse and Coach Jan Klco. Not pictured are Henry Chen and Beth LeaTrea. Courtesy Photo
Montague's Reagan Cederquist picks up the ball after Hart's Makenna Carrier successfully stole second base during a district game at Hart last season. Cederquist is one of the Wildcats' most veteran players entering the new season.
Whitehall's Beth LeaTrea is unable to connect on a big swing during a March doubleheader against Hart. LeaTrea is taking over as the Vikings' go-to pitcher after sister Megan filled the role the last couple of years.
Reeths-Puffer's Tessa Ross connects with a pitch during last season's GMAA game against Ravenna.
Reeths-Puffer's Cohen Beck (2) fires a shot at Holland Christian goalkeeper Keaton Melcher during a game last season. Beck enters the year as the de facto quarterback of a young but talented Rockets' offensive attack.
Whitehall wrestling alum Jason Smith earned All-American status at the March 26-28 NCWA championship meet, placing 4th at 285 pounds for Grand Valley State. Courtesy Photo
Jones McDowell (far left) is one of three returning starters back for the Whitehall golf team this spring. Coach Bill Borgman (second from left) looks for McDowell to be a key part of the Vikings' success this season.
Reeths-Puffer's Kristian Brown lines up a putt during last season's GMAA tournament. Brown, a 3-time all-conference performer, is the clear leader of a young Rocket roster heading into the season.
Whitehall's Izzy Gould keeps a close eye on the ball as she prepares to return a shot during a match last season. Gould enters the season as the No. 1 singles player for the Vikings and part of a very deep Whitehall lineup.
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Lofts on Main proposal project rendering
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Volunteers receive trash bags before participating in the 2025 Trash Bash in the White Lake area. The 2026 edition of the Trash Bash is set for Sunday, April 26, inviting community members to help clean up the area.
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