April 28, 2025

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Sue Kelch

Building Bridges Initiative Kicks Off at Whitepine Studios in Saline

Community Leaders and Artists Unite to Celebrate Diversity Through Art The first Building Bridges event was held at Whitepine Studios in Saline.  Founded by Pastor Kimberly Secrist Ashby and Saline Councilmember Nicole Rice, the purpose of this community group is to bring people together to celebrate diverse perspectives through engaging local events. Pastor Kimberly said, ...

Sue Kelch

Saline Resident Advocates for Pedestrian Safety Improvements

Zach Kaster’s efforts lead to a safer community with an illuminated crosswalk installation in Saline. Photo: Zach Kaster and Mayor Marl use the illuminated crosswalk photo by Sue Kelch By Sue Kelch This story is about how one individual can make a difference and improve others’ lives. Meet that one person, Zach Kaster.  Zach, along ...

Saline Hockey Splits Pair to Open Season

Cover STN File Photo The Saline hockey team opened its season with a road trip to the Grand Rapids area and came home with a split of two games. The Hornets held off Hudsonville for a 3-2 win in the season opener Friday. Saline jumped out to a 3-1 lead but had to hold off ...

STN Staff

Saline High Schoolers Make Semi-finals for 2025 National Merit Scholarship

Six students from Saline High School have the chance to compete for 6,870 merit-based scholarships next spring. The scholarships total to $26 million. William Hong, Weiran (Alice) Jiang, Daniel Lemmerhirt, Leah Mueller, Adrian Sieh, Caleb Summers and the students’ families were recognized at the Oct 22 Board of Education Meeting by the Saline schools.

Saline High School Students Honored as Semifinalists for the National Merit Scholarship

Six students from Saline High School have been chosen as Semifinalists for the 2025 National Merit Scholarship. They are: These students were recognized at a recent Saline Area Schools Board of Education meeting. This fall the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) announced the names of more than 16,000 Semifinalists in the 70th annual National Merit ...

Sue Kelch

2024 Saline Craft Show Stitches Up Another Great Year

With over 200 crafters and thousands of attendees, the Saline Craft Show continues to deliver joy and creativity to the community. The Saline Craft Show enjoyed another successful year, offering a wide variety of crafters – over 200 – showing their wares.  From watercolors, to ornaments, to dog and human treats. Textiles, pottery, papercrafts, and ...