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Award nominations sought by United Way

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The United Way of Southwest Michigan is now taking nominations for its Volunteer Leadership Awards and Youth Scholarships. United Way marketing manager Jennifer Tomshack says the group will hold an Evening of Gratitude in April to announce

Could heavy-duty trucks go electric?

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While lawmakers and environmental groups strive to lower vehicle emissions, many truckers see unrealistic timeframes for new EPA rules for heavy-duty trucks. Some believe the EPA’s push is an attempt to force people into buying electric vehicles,

Lawrence Lee DePierre

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Lawrence (Larry) Lee De Pierre, 64, of Paw Paw passed away December 6, 2023, following a long illness. Larry was born October 16, 1959, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, the son of John (Jack) De Pierre and Beverly (Forney)