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Mike’s Musings: Quicksand drama turns in to romantic relationship

Mike’s Musings: Quicksand drama turns in to romantic relationship

Editorial StaffApr 23, 20253 min read

I was flipping channels the other night when a question was asked. What did you fear most as a kid? There were a variety of answers but one of the answers was quicksand.I immediately concurred. Quicksand was fear of mine…

Sturgis city notes: West Street closure, brush collection and hydrant-flushing 

Sturgis city notes: West Street closure, brush collection and hydrant-flushing 

Dennis VolkertApr 21, 20252 min read

West West Street in Sturgis is closed to traffic April 21-25 at various intersections from North Centreville Road to North Street, for contractor utility work, officials announced.  Travelers are asked to seek an alternate route and use caution in those…

‘Cross Walk’ held at Trinity Lutheran Church in Sturgis

‘Cross Walk’ held at Trinity Lutheran Church in Sturgis

Dennis VolkertApr 18, 20251 min read

Trinity Lutheran Church in Sturgis held its traditional Good Friday “Cross Walk” on April 18. It began with a brief service at the chapel, then the group walked along Lakeview Avenue and other nearby streets, singing hymns along the way,…

Three Rivers softball 2-1 at Mary Jo Tavernier tournament; split with Mattawan

Editorial StaffApr 18, 20254 min read

THREE RIVERS — Three Rivers’ softball team started their 2025 campaign with a 3-2 record, splitting a doubleheader with Mattawan on Friday, April 11 and going 2-1 at the Merry Jo Tavernier Memorial Tournament at the Armstrong Park Sports Complex…

Soccer RoundupTR mercied by Harper Creek, defeats South Haven and Dowagiac

Editorial StaffApr 18, 20252 min read

BATTLE CREEK — Three Rivers’ girls’ soccer team went 2-1 this past week, losing 9-1 at Harper Creek in non-conference action Thursday, April 10 before rebounding on Friday, April 11 with a 4-2 win at South Haven and then a…

“Out and About” Hugs, a baby shower, and health tips

“Out and About” Hugs, a baby shower, and health tips

Editorial StaffApr 18, 20252 min read

I’ll never understand why employers will spend thousands of dollars on hiring new employees that will quit in a week, but won’t promote loyal employees with a raise they deserve.Here’s a marriage tip that I’m sharing free of charge. There’s…

Norton Elementary slated to lose 4th, 5th grade as part of TR schools ‘restructure’

Norton Elementary slated to lose 4th, 5th grade as part of TR schools ‘restructure’

Editorial StaffApr 18, 20253 min read

By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — Fourth and fifth grade classes at Norton Elementary are slated to be eliminated and moved to a different school as part of a “restructure” of Three Rivers Community Schools’ elementary placements that were…

Tornado confirmed near Sturgis during March 30 storm

Editorial StaffApr 18, 20252 min read

By Robert TomlinsonNews Director STURGIS — The National Weather Service last week confirmed that an EF-0 tornado touched down near Sturgis during the severe storms that occurred on Sunday, March 30.The tornado, according to NWS data, had estimated peak winds…

Contingency OK’d for Franks Avenue project

Contingency OK’d for Franks Avenue project

Editorial StaffApr 18, 20252 min read

At its meeting March 26, Sturgis City Commission approved a supplemental contingency bridge of $20,00 for the North Franks Avenue reconstruction project.Commissioner Marvin Smith cast the lone “no” vote.During approval of the N. Franks Avenue Reconstruction project on Feb. 14,…

New budget for courthouse renovation approved in close vote

Editorial StaffApr 18, 20256 min read

By Robert TomlinsonNews Director CENTREVILLE — A new budget for the renovation of the St. Joseph County courts building in Centreville was narrowly approved 4-3 by county commissioners Tuesday.The new budget, referred to as the design development budget for the…

Mike’s Musings: Give tariffs a chance, they may work

Mike’s Musings: Give tariffs a chance, they may work

Editorial StaffApr 16, 20253 min read

Let’s give the tariffs time to work. If they don’t work I will be the first to admit I was wrong. President Trump seems to be backing off his hardline positions with a 90-day reprieve for most, and taking tariffs…

Three Rivers girls’ soccer shuts out Constantine

Editorial StaffApr 11, 20251 min read

THREE RIVERS — Three Rivers’ girls’ soccer team notched its first win of the season, demolishing Constantine at home 8-0 Tuesday night.Paige McDonald and Natalie McGahan both had hat tricks for the Wildcats, while Tori Thorbjornsen scored twice to round…

MHSAA classifications for local schools set for 2025-26

Editorial StaffApr 11, 20255 min read

By Robert TomlinsonNews Director ST. JOSEPH COUNTY — The Michigan High School Athletic Association announced its classifications for all schools in Michigan for the 2025-26 school year Monday.The classifications pertain to both MHSAA elections and postseason tournaments, and is based…

Out and About: Festivals, events, and Passover

Out and About: Festivals, events, and Passover

Editorial StaffApr 11, 20253 min read

“The flower that smells the sweetest is shy and lowly” -William WordsworthWe are approaching the festival season here in Three Rivers. From May through November, you’ll find many events to attend that will interest every member of the family. I…

Local ‘Hands Off!’ protest rallies against Trump, Musk policies

Local ‘Hands Off!’ protest rallies against Trump, Musk policies

Editorial StaffApr 11, 20254 min read

By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — An estimated 175 people from the local area gathered at the intersection of Michigan Avenue and Main Street in Three Rivers to join a national protest movement this past Saturday.The protest was part…

TR City Commission meeting time to change to 5 p.m.

Editorial StaffApr 11, 20253 min read

By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — For the first time in years, the Three Rivers City Commission will now be meeting at an earlier time.The city announced on social media Tuesday night that starting with their next meeting on…

Moyer announces resignation from Sturgis City Commission Third turnover in the 2nd Precinct seat since 2023

Moyer announces resignation from Sturgis City Commission Third turnover in the 2nd Precinct seat since 2023

Editorial StaffApr 11, 20251 min read

A seat on Sturgis City Commission’s 2nd Precinct is open again.Rodger Moyer on Wednesday announced will resign at the end of April, due to moving away from the district.In November, Moyer was elected to the seat vacated by Alan Albarran,…

Special assessment district approved for sidewalk projects

Editorial StaffApr 11, 20252 min read

By Dennis Volkert Sturgis City Commission on Wednesday held public hearings regarding new sidewalks and sidewalk repair on St. Joseph Street. The city of Sturgis engineering department is initiating the district in accordance with the public sidewalk construction policy, approved by…

U.S. 12 resurfacing project gets underway soon St. Joseph Street upgrade has begun

U.S. 12 resurfacing project gets underway soon St. Joseph Street upgrade has begun

Editorial StaffApr 11, 20252 min read

By Dennis Volkert Setup for Michigan Department of Transportation to resurface U.S. 12 in Sturgis is expected in mid-April, with work commencing May 1, city engineer Barry Cox said.Target completion date is July 31.The project involves a roughly two-mile segment…

Roundup of happenings in the Sturgis area

Editorial StaffApr 11, 20254 min read

RECURRINGChildren’s story time, 10 a.m. each Tuesday and Friday, Sturgis District Library. Additional events at library available at www.sturgis-library.org/events. APRIL April 11“Spring & Food Expo,” 5:30-9 p.m, Sturges-Young Center of the Arts, features cooking show, “Tastings of Sturgis,” hosted by Laura Kurella,…