Genealogy Research Resources

A Group committed to finding and discussing the strengths and weaknessess of the available genealogical resources.

A collection of Southwest Michigan genealogy and local history resources.

Sunshine Week is a project of the American Society of Newspaper Editors, with many other participants. It is "national initiative to open a dialogue about the importance of open government and freedom of information. Participants include print, broadcast and online news media, civic groups, libraries, non-profits, schools and others interested in the public's right to know." The website also says that "Sunshine Week is a non-partisan initiative whose supporters are conservative, liberal and everything in between."

PublicRecords.com serves as a resource for those wishing to obtain vital records pertinent to their neighborhood, property, or those wishing to reconnect with individuals with whom they have lost contact. Our various search tools allow you to access public records across multiple databases and over 2 billion records. Our public court record services allow you to search public criminal record systems to locate sex offenders in your city or neighborhood. Our system allows you to obtain public records by name, and/or address. PublicRecords.com is powered by the most comprehensive nationwide database. Public records and reports are retrieved instantly and may be viewed in virtually no time. We provide our customers with the information necessary to make informed decisions using our vital records.

Search or browse the names and leave tributes or photos. This interactive exhibit is open to all.