By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — For decades, Make We Merry was a staple of the holiday season in the Three Rivers area. The annual holiday variety show, originally put on by the Three Rivers Community Players as their annual fundraiser, brought together soloists, choirs and more as a way to usher in the Read More…
by Sylvia Benavidez Despite online shopping, Eastend Studio & Gallery Holiday Market continues to have success. Having a holiday market that introduces more than traditional art at Marshall’s Eastend Studio & Gallery may seem counter-intuitive to some, but for Executive Director Jennifer Darling, the market goes right along with their mission. “I joined (the gallery) Read More…
By ELIZABETH FERSZT Contributing Writer Taylor Wilcher, who allegedly was involved in the death of John Lusch on April 20, appeared Nov. 18 before Judge John McBain in the 4th Circuit Court, Jackson to ask for a bond modification. Her attorney, Daniel Willman, argued for the modification, based on the theory that she is “a Read More…
By ELIZABETH FERSZT Contributing Writer Joseph O’Rourke was in 4th Circuit Court on Nov. 18 for a Motion Hearing for Other Acts Evidence with his attorney, Lucas X. Dillon, Assistant Prosecutor Nathan Hull, and Hon. John McBain, presiding. Dillon is arguing a self-defense defense for his client in the murder of Emarion Flowers, who was Read More…
By Ken Wyatt Under legislation approved by the Michigan House of Representatives, portions of M-60 in western Jackson County would honor area men killed in three wars. Rep. Sarah Lightner, R-Springport, introduced House Bill 5089, which would rename three stretches of the highway as follows: M-60 from Emerson Road to N. Cross Road would become Read More…
By Maggie LaNoue Contributing Writer Albion City Council met on Monday, Nov. 17, at the Marshall Opportunity High School Library, working through a mix of long-delayed administrative actions, new budget discussions, and recognitions that connected the city’s past to its future. The evening reflected a community honoring its history while preparing carefully for the coming Read More…
CENTREVILLE — The Bronson Vikings saw their season come to an end last Thursday evening in the regional finals, which were played in Centreville. Kalamazoo Christian knocked the Lady Vikings out of the running for a state title by the scores of 25-20, 25-18 and 26-24.Senior Aleah Brackett led the Vikes with 14 kills, and Read More…
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director PORTLAND, Mich. — The final seconds and the final play of Saturday’s MHSAA Division 4 regional championship game will be etched in the history books at Vicksburg High School forever.Down 41-36 to host Portland with just nine seconds to go in the game, with the ball on Portland’s 23-yard line, Vicksburg Read More…
“Life is short, and it is up to you to make it sweet.” -Sarah Louise DelaneyThe Animal Rescue Fund (ARF), would like to invite all pet owners to their Annual “Pet Pictures with Santa” fundraiser this coming Saturday, Nov. 22. TSC, located just north of the intersection of US-131 and West Michigan Avenue, in Three Read More…
Sturgis Public Schools Board of Education on Nov. 17 approved two measures related to a bond proposal to fund school upgrades. The main decision pertains to a ballot proposal, set for May 5, 2026, with a no-mill increase. If it receives voter approval, it will use the school district’s revolving fund and extend the current rate of Read More…