Obituary: Maynard H. Rumsey
Maynard H. Rumsey, age 97, of Three Rivers, passed away at Birch Meadows Senior Care on Thursday, January 9, 2025. He was born in Three Rivers on January 25, 1927, the son of Harley and Faye (Avery) Rumsey. Maynard was…
Out and About: George Carlin and the Explanation of Life
George Carlin was a comedian, who at times was someone you wouldn’t want to take your mother to see. Other times he made a lot of sense. Here are some of his more famous quotes:
‘Electric Alley’ archways complete, as downtown lighting concept approaches completion
By Dennis Volkert Installation of archways for “Electric Alley” was completed last week in downtown Sturgis.It’s another feature of the “Electric City” lighting project, which got underway in 2024.Miller Signs provided the signage unit.Ericka Kruszka, from the city’s community development…
Preliminary exam waived for man accused of killing child with vehicle
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director CENTREVILLE — The case against a Vicksburg man accused of killing a 10-year-old on Banker Street with his vehicle is now heading to Circuit Court.On Tuesday, Logan Thomas waived a preliminary hearing in St. Joseph County…
Chicken-keeping permits available beginning Jan. 13
The city of Sturgis is accepting permit applications for the keeping of chickens on residential property. Applications are available at city hall, 130 N. Nottawa St., in the community development department. Submitting an application does not guarantee approval. Each property must meet…
Music performer guide for ‘Winter Blues’
“Winter Blues” takes place 5:30-9 p.m. today in downtown Sturgis. The event opens the 2025 festival season. The series is presented by Downtown Development Authority. Tentative lineup of music performers, listed alphabetically by host business:Ascend Computer: Rhonda HarperB&D Travel: Mike & BobDesigns…
Clare bowlers defeat Harrison
By John RaffelCorrespondent CLARE — Clare’s bowling team picked up a 21-9 win over Harrison on Wednesday in Jack Pine Bowling Conference action.Clare had baker games of 78 and 144 for 222 total and had four total team points. The…
Obituary: Robert Alton “Bob” David
Robert Alton “Bob” David, age 77, of Clare, passed away at his home on January 1, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was born the son of Alton and Elnora (Kleiner) David on Feb. 21, 1947, in Gladwin, Michigan. After…
Obituary: Philip D. Cooper
Philip D. Cooper, age 84 of Clare, went to be with his Lord. He passed away at his home on Thursday, January 9, 2025 surrounded by his family. Philip was born 1 of 12 children to John and Leona (Foster)…
Obituary: Walter “Bill” William Gamble
Walter “Bill” William Gamble, age 80, passed away on Friday, January 10, 2025, at Sarasota Memorial Hospital-Venice Campus in North Venice, FL.Funeral Services for Bill will be held at Brown Corners Church, 5540 South Clare Avenue, Clare, Michigan 48617, on…
Obituary: Jean M. Schiemann
Jean M. Schiemann, age 85 of Clare, passed away peacefully Thursday, January 9, 2025, at the Horizon Senior Living Center of Clare. She was born November 9, 1939, in Mt. Pleasant, MI., daughter of the late H.O. and Rose (Sheahan)…
Obituary: Patricia “Patty” Gruber
Patty, 62, passed away at home surrounded by her family on December 28, 2024. She was born in Saginaw, Michigan on April 15, 1962, to parents Aveary and Becky (Rigg) Clark.Patty was predeceased by her father Aveary Clark and her…
Pat’s Bits and Pieces: Winter bits
Our brief un-Christmassy weather seems to be over now. With the arrival of the New Year, temperatures have dropped back to the 20s (and teens) and snow is gently falling outside.It’s pretty. I just wish it wouldn’t fall on the…
May I Walk with You: OPPOSITE OR Compliment
What is the opposite of femininity? What is the opposite of management? What is the opposite of clergy? What is the opposite of wife? What is the opposite of white? What is the opposite of democrat? How many of us…
Charges dismissed for 2023 Republican fight at Doherty
By Pat MaurerCorrespondent Charges against Republican Activist James Chapman of Wayne County, for allegedly kicking Republican Party Chair Mark DeYoung in the groin during an altercation at a State GOP meeting in the Doherty Hotel in July of 2023, have…
Lake couple sentenced for loan fraud scheme over $5 million
By Pat MaurerCorrespondent A husband-and-wife team – Gregory Hite and Bridget Bureau, of Lake – were recently sentenced to federal prison for defrauding almost 40 victims of more than $5 million dollars over a four-year period from 2016 to 2020.They…
12-year-old caught in Clare County with dad’s Blazer
By Pat MaurerCorrespondent Charges are pending against a 12-year-old Grant Traverse County youngster, who “took” his father’s mid-sized Blazer, and was apprehended with a gun, ammo and some marijuana early Sunday, July 12th.According to a release from Clare County Sheriff’s…
Saugatuck soars past Black River
By Jason WesseldykSports EditorA balanced scoring attack.That was one of the keys to success for the Saugatuck boys basketball team in its home showdown with Black River on Friday, Jan. 10.Six Trailblazers scored at least eight points—led by 14 from…
Obituary: Kathryn McLeod Tripp
Kathryn McLeod Tripp, R.N., N.P., age 84, of Macatawa passed away peacefully on Jan. 6 at her home on South Shore Drive after a brief illness.“Kathy” was born on July 10, 1940, in Duluth, Minn., the eldest of two children.…
Blue Star
By Scott SullivanEditorStarlight by ProxyHow many photons have there been in the history of the universe? 4,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000, say astrophysicists. More or less.Since we don’t know when — or even if — time started, nor where/if the universe ends, this could…
