Judge Thomas Wilson granted an extension from JTC review
By Elizabeth Ferszt Contributing Writer Judge Thomas Wilson received an extension to respond to a complaint issued against him by the Judicial Tenure Commission of the State of Michigan. He originally had until Sept. 25 to file an answer. The…
Jackson music community pays tribute to an icon
Last week the Jackson musical community came together twice for one of their own. First to honor Craig Playford with a musical tribute on Sunday, Sept. 21 at the Michigan Theatre of Jackson. Then, to remember him at his funeral…
Local groups raise suicide awareness, Calhoun County numbers still high
By Sylvia Benavidez Calhoun County suicide rates continue to be higher than both the Michigan and U.S. averages according to the Suicide Prevention Coalition of Calhoun County. Local groups raised suicide awareness through education and personal contact in downtown Marshall…
Marshall’s SkeletonFest adds more spooky fun
SkeletonFest organizers added two new activities to keep the fun going all month long. Saturday younger kids were seen scurrying in and out of stores playing the Bone Voyage Scavenger Hunt. Kimber Thompson, director of tourism at Choose Marshall said…
Tennis Roundup Sturgis sweeps Three Rivers, swept by East Grand Rapids
THREE RIVERS — The Sturgis boys tennis team went to Three Rivers last week, and picked up an 8-0 victory over the Wildcats. At No. 1 singles, Simon Phillips beat Alex Nowak, 6-2, 6-1, while at second singles, Carter Oswald…
Volleyball Roundup TR swept by Vicksburg, makes finals at home invite, sweep St. Joe
THREE RIVERS — Three Rivers’ volleyball team had a down-and-up week, losing in a sweep to Vicksburg Thursday, Sept. 25, making it to the finals of their home invite Saturday, and sweeping St. Joseph at home Monday.Against Vicksburg, the Wildcats…
Out and About: October fun, flowers, and snacks
“Courage is doing what you’re afraid to do. There is no courage unless you’re scared.” -Eddie RickenbacherThe month of October is the time when we can all enjoy the arrival and colors of Autumn. It’s probably the last opportunity we…
School food service employee charged with sexual assault of minors
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director MENDON — A woman who worked as a contractor in the food service department of a St. Joseph County school district was charged Monday on multiple counts of criminal sexual conduct involving minors.Kaitlyn Lee Sand, 28…
Chamber of Commerce dinner honors local businesses for accomplishments
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — An annual celebration of business and community in the Three Rivers area was held last week.The annual Three Rivers Area Chamber of Commerce dinner took place at the gymnasium of Immaculate Conception Catholic…
Sturgis couple purchases Kalamazoo State Theatre
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director KALAMAZOO — A historic theatre in Kalamazoo will soon get new life, thanks to a couple from Sturgis.In a press conference Tuesday, Sturgis natives Dan and Holly Carmichael announced that their company, Lead Balloon Productions, purchased…
Road projects continue in SturgisStreet rehabilitation contract details approved
By Dennis Volkert Sturgis City Commission approved awarding a contract for the community’s 2025 street rehabilitation project to Rieth-Riley Construction Company of Kalamazoo.As part of the project, the board also approved additional funding to modify the treatment option for Cornelia…
Man arrested at St. Joseph County courthouse for making ‘terrorist threats’
CENTREVILLE — A 64-year-old man from White Pigeon was arrested Friday after reportedly threatening government staff and employees at the St. Joseph County courthouse in Centreville.According to the St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Department, the suspect was taken into custody without…
Jodie Scheid Honored with 2025 John E. Oster Award for Excellence in Teaching
Sturgis, MI—Sturgis Middle School teacher Jodie Scheid has been selected to receive the 2025 John E. Oster Award for Excellence in Teaching. Scheid’s nomination was submitted by her peers and then reviewed by an independent award committee made up of…
Clare runners are second
By John RaffelCorrespondent CLARE — Clare’s boys and girls cross country teams wee both second on Wednesday in Jack Pine Conference action at Ogemaw HeightsShepherd won both meets.For the Clare boys:Clayton Peacock was ninth (17:17.42). Connor Schmidt 10th (17:29.18) Sutton…
May I Walk with You? IMITATION VIRTUES
One of the reasons that sin is so appealing is that it can masquerade as virtue. The most obvious of these is romantic and sexual love, aka lust. I am not saying that romantic and sexual love is evil, yet…
Farwell BOE suspends superintendent, begins investigation
By David Hutchinson The Farwell Board of Education held a special meeting in the high school media center room on October 1 at 7 p.m. Four out of seven board members were present—Nathan Yarhouse, Jade Campbell, John Pakledinaz, and Kellee…
Budd Lake residents angry over sale of lots by HCS
By Genine Hopkins At Saginaw and Hillcrest in Harrison around Budd Lake, there is a small easement that, after researching, was under a 99-year lease from the Harrison Community Schools to the City of Harrison. The City had been maintaining…
Buggy collides with Kia on Hamburger Hill, occupants rushed to hospital
By Christopher Johnson Clare’s Hamburger Hill at the north end of town has always been a hotbed for car accidents. As vehicles accelerate toward the expressway ramp and exit driveways, it only takes one absent minded driver to ruin somebody’s…
‘Christmas Carol’ auditions coming
Open auditions for Saugatuck’s 39th annual a production of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” will be held Wednesday, Oct. 15 and Thursday, Oct. 16 at 6:30 p.m. both days. Organizers are looking for children and adults to fill the various roles of…
‘Flower World’ to bloom in Cook Park
By Lisa Mize CVB Executive Director A new piece of public art is set to bring fresh color, light and creativity to downtown Saugatuck. On Saturday, Oct. 11 at 6 p.m. in Cook Park, we’ll cut the ribbon on “Flower…
