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🌱 What’s at stake in South Haven’s beach drowning case at Supreme Court?

Also check out Captain While You Can Tailgate Tour on the South Haven Patch calendar

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What's up South Haven! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • What's at stake in South Haven's beach drowning case at Supreme Court?
  • How safe is South Haven after the massive East Jordan Plastics fire?
  • What can you expect at South Haven's new Bark Park opening?

Also on today's calendar: Captain While You Can Tailgate Tour and 8 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Rain, with a high of 69 and low of 52 degrees.
  • Friday: Clouds and sun; less humid, temps: high: 65, low: 42.
  • Saturday: Sunshine and a few clouds, with a high of 65 and low of 47 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Supreme Court opening its 2026-27 term, will hear arguments on notice requirement for state lawsuits (legalnews.com) — South Haven residents should watch a Michigan Supreme Court case that will decide whether the city can claim governmental immunity in a wrongful-death lawsuit over a drowning at the city beach. The justices will also open their new term by hearing several other major civil and criminal cases that could reshape state law on lawsuits, parental rights, and workplace disputes.
   

2. South Haven returning to normal after huge fire (wilcoxnewspapers.com) — South Haven is slowly settling back to normal after a massive fire at the East Jordan Plastics facility, which drew multiple fire departments but caused no reported serious injuries. City leaders and environmental agencies report air monitoring shows no elevated pollution levels, cleanup is underway to contain runoff and microplastics, and the company hopes to bring employees back soon while investigations into the cause continue.
   

3. South Haven Bark Park ribbon cutting set for October 15 (wsjm.com) — Dog owners in South Haven are about to get a new place to play, as the South Haven Bark Park at Riverwoods holds its ribbon cutting on Thursday, October 15 at noon. Built through local fundraising, grants, and city and township support, the five-acre park offers separate areas for large and small dogs, walking paths, water access, and an endowment to maintain it for years to come.
   

4. Wendy's-Meritage bankruptcy fight moves into another round (moodyonthemarket.com) — South Haven's Wendy's is among several Southwest Michigan locations operated by Meritage Hospitality Group, which is now in a legal fight with Wendy's over whether its franchise agreements remain valid during bankruptcy. For now, the South Haven restaurant is open and operating normally, with no Michigan closures announced, but the court's decision will determine who ultimately controls these local stores.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Water quality monitoring continues, and cleanup is ongoing after the East Jordan Plastics fire, with officials stating the public is safe and employees may return by the end of the week.
    12:29PM on Sep 29: Water quality monitoring continues after a plastics factory fire, with South Haven city officials stating residents do not need to… (Nextdoor )
  • My time is more available from the seasoning coming to an end with cleaning Airbnbs.
    If anyone needs a deep clean before winter hits or has a friend or family member that is in need for a clean. Let me know! Prices may vary depending… (Nextdoor 68th St)
  • Burger King posted a job opening for Team Member in South Haven. Apply here.
  • Dunham's Sports posted a job opening for Team Manager in South Haven. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near South Haven here.

Ok South Haven! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A waist of time. (Thank you Martin L. for sending it in!)
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