Boys’ basketball district brackets confirmed
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director ST. JOSEPH COUNTY — Tournament season is rapidly approaching – or is already here – for winter sports, with the basketball tournaments getting underway beginning next week.Boys’ basketball will come first, with every local team participating…
Bowling Roundup Three Rivers boys, girls win Wolverine Conference championships
BRONSON — Three Rivers’ bowling teams were dominant at the Wolverine Conference Tournament in Bronson last weekend, wrapping up conference titles for both teams with their performances.The boys’ team won their first conference title since 2021 by taking home the…
Reel life: Strand owner reflects on theater’s history, trends in the movie industry
By Dennis Volkert Strand Theater in Sturgis ceased operation on Dec. 31, 2025, and is on the market. It brings the end of an era, and an uncertain transition for Eriz Saitz, third-generation owner. For now, one immediate project is…
Out and About: Cat facts, Valentine’s Day, and loss
“America was not built on fear. America was built on courage, on imagination, and an unbeatable determination to do the job at hand.” -Harry S. TrumanDid You Know?
Shaffer challenges county committee to look into ‘reasonable’ video streaming options Jail wastewater filtering project approved
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director CENTREVILLE — A topic that had not been broached in several months was brought to the forefront near the end of Tuesday’s regular meeting of the St. Joseph County Board of Commissioners: The possibility of video…
Three Rivers Promise reaches $1m milestone
THREE RIVERS — A scholarship program for Three Rivers Community Schools students still in its initial fundraising phase reached a major milestone this week.On Sunday, the Three Rivers Promise announced in a press release it has reached the $1 million…
Two arrested on drug, firearm charges
CONSTANTINE — Two people were arrested on multiple drug and firearm charges following the execution of a search warrant Tuesday.According to the St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Office, the search warrant was executed Tuesday at a residence in the 200 block…
Sturgis man killed in head-on vehicle crash
NOTTAWA TWP. — A 68-year-old Sturgis man was killed in a crash in Nottawa Township Wednesday night. According to the St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to the area of M-86 and Findley Road for a reported crash. Deputies…
Two pedestrians killed in White Pigeon Twp. crash
WHITE PIGEON TWP. — A pair of pedestrians were killed early Thursday morning after they were struck by a vehicle in White Pigeon Township. According to the St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were dispatched to the area of Eagley…
Mike’s Musings: Congressional net worth keeps riding and nothing is being done about it
For years, the public has watched members of Congress enter office with modest wealth and leave as millionaires. Lately there has been a lot of talk about Congresswoman Ilhan Omar’s net worth soaring from o to $30,000,000 while holding office…
Glass drops 41 in TR girls win over Paw Paw; falls just short of school record
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — On a night where four people were inducted into Three Rivers High School’s Athletics Hall of Fame, it was a Three Rivers senior’s Hall-of-Fame-worthy performance that stole the show Friday night. Senior guard…
Girls’ Basketball Roundup Three Rivers downed by Plainwell, Otsego
PLAINWELL — Three Rivers’ girls’ basketball team could not keep their win streak going this week, losing 68-47 against Plainwell Monday and losing 56-35 to Otsego Tuesday in road contests.Against Plainwell, Dani Glass led the way for Three Rivers with…
Bowling Roundup TR sweeps Sturgis on senior night, win championships in regional tune-up
THREE RIVERS — In their final Wolverine Conference match of the season Wednesday, Feb. 4, the Three Rivers bowling teams swept Sturgis convincingly at South Lanes.After a slow start in the second individual game, the boys’ team defeated Sturgis 27-3,…
Lockport to explore possibility of considering new solar ordinance
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director LOCKPORT TWP. — One month removed from unanimously voting to get rid of its solar ordinance, there are now calls in Lockport Township for considering a revised and revamped version of it.At their meeting Monday, the…
Woman dies in Lockport Twp. fire
LOCKPORT TWP. — A Three Rivers woman died in a camper fire that occurred Saturday.According to the St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Office, the fire occurred in the 57000 block of Mitchell Road, located next to the Three Rivers Dr. Haines…
Strategies considered for Doyle roof replacement
By Dennis Volkert Sturgis City Commission on Jan. 28 considered options for replacement of the roof at Doyle Community Center, and will assess funding options for the project.At the commission’s meeting, Daniel Root, manager of facilities, outlined two proposals, and…
Bids under review for renovation projects at Sturgis Public Schools
By Dennis Volkert Sturgis Public Schools Board of Education on Feb. 10 was presented with bid details for several renovation projects that are in the planning phase. Here is a roundup of targeted projects, with bid detail. Three bids were submitted…
Hot chili for chilly weather: Downtown TR hosts chili cookoff
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — Chili lovers from around the area and beyond came to downtown Three Rivers Saturday to try a wide variety of chilis during the 2026 Three Rivers Chili Cook-off.Ten participating businesses in the downtown…
Mike’s Musings: Why the U.S. Needs Voter ID
Few issues in American politics spark as much debate as election integrity. Yet beneath all the noise, there lies a straightforward truth: in a system built on trust, legitimacy, and the belief that every eligible vote counts, we should embrace…
Woman dies in Lockport Twp. fire
LOCKPORT TWP. — A Three Rivers woman died in a camper fire that occurred Saturday. According to the St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Office, the fire occurred in the 57000 block of Mitchell Road, located next to the Three Rivers Dr.…
