Mike’s Musings: Stop with excuses, buy local first
It’s small business Saturday this weekend, and that gives me an excuse as to why you should shop with your small retailers and stay away from the big chains and online buying.Our small towns are treasures. People love to visit…
TR Commission gives go-ahead torental homes development
By Rick CordesC-N correspondent THREE RIVERS – Allen Edwin will begin construction of 37 rental units in the Three Rivers Meadows subdivision following approval by the Three Rivers City Commission of the builder’s proposal.Commissioners, in regular session Tuesday, Nov. 18,…
“Out and About” Lion Club Toy Drives, the Polar Express, and vaccination
This is the time of the year when our thoughts and actions are drawn toward the act of helping those in need. The motto of Lions Clubs International is “WE SERVE”. Lions help those in need every hour of every…
Christmas Around Town returns to Three Rivers
By Rick CordesC-N Correspondent THREE RIVERS – The highly anticipated Christmas Around Town event will sleigh into Three Rivers on Friday, Nov. 29 and will feature a variety of activities and opportunities for young, recently young, and more “seasoned” celebrants.Horse…
Preliminary hearing waived in case of woman accused of murdering 2-year-old child
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director CENTREVILLE — A preliminary hearing in the case of a woman accused of murdering her 2-year-old child was waived last week.According to the St. Joseph County 3B District Court, 21-year-old Paige Nichole Bohne waived the preliminary…
Sturgis students get taste of authentic Japanese fare from chef John Sugimura
By Dennis Volkert Students at Sturgis Public Schools got a taste of Japanese food and culture from John Sugimura, a second-generation Japanese chef.The meal featured yakitori and yakisoba, a Japanese type of grilled chicken skewers, grilled noodles and vegetables.“It’s nutritious,…
County Administrator receives two-year contract extension
By Jef Rietsma CENTREVILLE – St. Joseph County Administrator Teresa Cupp has agreed to a two-year contract renewal.The matter was confirmed during Tuesday’s St. Joseph County Board of Commissioners meeting.Cupp, a 50-year-old Mendon Township resident, is completing her seventh year…
Roundup of happenings in the Sturgis area
RECURRINGChildren’s story time, 10 a.m. each Tuesday and Friday, Sturgis District Library.Sturgis Area Model Railroaders winter hours at Sturgis Historical Museum, 6-8 p.m. Tuesday and 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, . NOVEMBERNov. 24Six Appeal, 3:30 p.m., Sturges-Young Center for the Arts, part of…
Mike’s Musings: Thanksgiving a time for family, not politics
As we approach Thanksgiving and the holiday season I would like to make a few observations.First, I don’t think we need to get upset over politics. I’ve read on social media, where if you voted for Trump you will not…
Preliminary hearing waived in case of woman accused of murdering 2-year-old child
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director CENTREVILLE — A preliminary hearing in the case of a woman accused of murdering her 2-year-old child was waived last week. According to the St. Joseph County 3B District Court, 21-year-old Paige Nichole Bohne waived the…
Millard Rd., Roberts Rd. reconstructs highlight Fabius road projects for 2025
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director FABIUS TWP. — Two roads that have gotten significant traffic increases in the last several years in Fabius Township will be reconstructed next year. On Wednesday, Nov. 13, the Fabius Township Board approved their annual road…
Constantine football bows out in regional finals to Jackson Lumen Christi
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director JACKSON — Getting to the regional finals in the MHSAA football tournament is a special thing for a lot of teams. For Constantine, who made it to the playoffs with a 6-3 record ranked 21st in…
Notices sent in Sturgis regarding lead water lines
Over the past several years, Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency have introduced new rules for municipal water systems regarding lead service lines, the line running from the city’s water main into a…
Sturgis swim/dive places second in league championships
OTSEGO — The Sturgis swim team competed in the SCC league championships last weekend, and finished the day with a second-place showing.Allegan placed first with 433 points, and the Trojans finished not far behind, with 398 points.Sturgis captured six conference…
Volleyball Roundup Three Rivers wins first district title since ’21, moves on to regional finals
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — Winning a district championship is pretty sweet. Making it to the regional finals after a win the following week? Even sweeter.Three Rivers’ volleyball team accomplished that this past week, winning the Division 2…
Obituary: Lyle Claire Mikel
Lyle Claire Mikel, 93, of Marcellus, passed away Monday, November 4th, 2024 at home surrounded by his loving wife and family.He was born May 31, 1931 in Wakelee, Michigan, the son of Elmer and Helen (Williams) Mikel.He was a graduate…
“Out and About” Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving, and sugar
I’m putting this column together on Sunday, the day before Veterans Day. I always try to have it completed earlier, but my schedule has prevented me from getting to it until now. I must finish this column by today so…
Former prosecutor, current TR school board member McDonough arrested on new drunk driving charges
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — A former St. Joseph County prosecutor who had a high-profile drunk driving arrest four years ago was arrested in late October this year after another alleged drunk driving incident. John McDonough, who served…
Bradley, Metty finalists for DDA director position
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — Two finalists were named last week for the position of executive director for the Three Rivers Downtown Development Authority.The DDA’s board selected Honor Flight Network National Program Director Bobbie Bradley and current DDA…
Mother arrested for alleged involuntary manslaughter in death of 2-year-old
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director STURGIS TWP. — A mother faces open murder charges after being arrested last week after her 2-year-old child was found unresponsive.According to the St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Department, the incident occurred at the Memory Lane Mobile…
