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A Local Student Is Bringing Hands-On Learning to Classrooms Across Barry County

Do you have internet at your house? Or rely on it for work, school, or just to browse the internet? Or maybe you use it to connect with friends and family in different parts of the world like I do. I am not big on being glued to a screen, or spending all of my time buried in my electronics.

TriFit: Building Strength, Health, and Community in Barry County. One Workout at a Time

I have not lived in a smaller community or village before. I am used to large cities, lots of people, long waits, and lots of traffic. Everyone has somewhere to be, and they need to get there as soon as possible, always in a rush and never slowing down.

Local crime is rarely as simple as a single headline. For Barry County, the pattern revealed by the sheriff’s public inmate roster over late January and early February 2026 tells a clearer — and useful — story for residents

If you received a phone call this month from someone claiming to be a Barry County deputy — saying you missed jury duty or demanding money — you were likely targeted by a scammer. The Barry County Sheriff’s Office has posted multiple warnings about impersonation scams where callers claim to be deputies or federal agents and pressure victims for money or personal information.

On the evening of Monday, January 26, 2026, the Hastings City Council approved a series of impactful decisions with implications for sustainability, recreation, safety, city growth, and resident quality of life.

If you're in Barry County, Michigan (Hastings, Nashville, Middleville, Delton, Freeport, or any of the townships), the big story dominating local social media right now is the dangerous cold snap and winter weather advisory hitting the area.