After 154 years, the Independent went silent — but the story of Grand Ledge isn’t over yet.
When the Grand Ledge Independent published its final issue in March 2023 after 154 years, many felt like a piece of the town’s heart had gone quiet. WKAR’s story captured the moment: a small newsroom closing its doors after decades of covering school board meetings, local elections, and high school sports — the kind of stories that make a community feel connected.
Now, The Ledge Ledger is picking up where it left off — reimagined for a new era.
We’re not a corporate paper. We’re a digital hometown newsletter built by locals, for locals — covering the stories that matter most:
Community events and festivals
Local business spotlights
Comet pride and school stories
Neighborhood updates and volunteer features
Our mission is simple: to bring Grand Ledge’s voice back.
You’ll find our stories in your inbox, on your phone, and in your conversations again — positive, personal, and proudly local.
As the old Independent taught us, it’s not about big headlines. It’s about small moments that bind a community together. That’s the legacy we’re continuing — with modern tools, fresh voices, and the same hometown heart.
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