Wrestling Roundup Three Rivers undefeated atTR Super Duals
THREE RIVERS — Three Rivers’ wrestling team earned an undefeated 5-0 record at the Three Rivers Super Duals Saturday.The Wildcats defeated Constantine 55-22, Thornapple Kellogg 68-10, Portage Northern 62-11, Hamilton 73-6, and Niles 69-9.Ten wrestlers earned medals on the day…
Bowling Roundup Three Rivers rolls past Vicksburg
KALAMAZOO — Three Rivers’ bowling teams took home victories against Vicksburg Monday at Airway Fun Center in Kalamazoo.The boys’ team defeated the Bulldogs 19.5-10.5, squeaking out the victory in the last few frames. Nick Allen led the Wildcats with a…
Out and About: New Year, grilled cheese, and a few facts
“The purpose of life is to live it, to taste experience to the utmost, to reach out eagerly and without fear for newer and richer experience.” -Eleanor RooseveltWelcome 2026. May this year bring us all more together and more understanding…
Flower power Constantine grad, former Sturgis flower shop owner leads floral design for award-winning Rose Parade float
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director PASADENA, Calif. — One of the great American traditions on New Year’s Day has been the Rose Parade in Pasadena, Calif., which has been held on New Year’s Day nearly every year since 1890.The parade features…
Dog rescued from icy water south of Colon
COLON — A dog was rescued by from an icy channel by local firefighters Sunday near Colon.According to a post on Facebook from the Colon Community Fire and Rescue, at 10:19 a.m., firefighters were dispatched to Long Lake Road south…
TR celebrates New Year’s Eve with Riviera’s ‘Midnight on Main’
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — A group of revelers rung in 2026 with an annual celebration at the Riviera Theatre in downtown Three Rivers last week.The Riviera hosted its 17th “Midnight on Main” event on New Year’s Eve,…
Mike’s Musings: Airing the Grievances: The Worst of Washington’s Waste
Every December, Sen. Rand Paul releases his annual Festivus Report, a nod to the fictional holiday made famous by Seinfeld. The tradition includes an “airing of grievances,” and for taxpayers, there is no shortage of them.I just got the opportunity…
Falcon Fund established to help Constantine students afford career exploration, extracurriculars
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director CONSTANTINE — As a student at Constantine High School in the mid-to-late 2000s, Casey Smagala and his family weren’t able to afford many extracurricular opportunities that would have enhanced his educational experience, in particular the school’s…
Mendon boys dominate Marcellus, reach Holiday Tournament finals today
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director MENDON — A slow start did not faze the Mendon boys’ basketball team, as they erupted for a 29-6 advantage in the second quarter en route to a 69-38 drubbing of Marcellus in the first round…
Sturgis bowling tops at Coldwater
COLDWATER — The Trojan boys’ and girls’ bowling teams took part in the Coldwater Singles Tournament that was held at Midway Lanes in Coldwater.The Lady Trojans were well represented, as Khara Kimes brought home a first-place finish, while Miley Holden…
Webster first, Eachen third for TR girls’ wrestling at Montague
MONTAGUE — A couple of Three Rivers wrestlers performed well at the Montague girls’ wrestling tournament Sunday.Senior Mackenna Webster took home first place in her weight class, the fourth time she has earned first place in the tournament. Freshman Stella…
Out and About: Health, life rules, and senses
“Great men are rarely isolated mountain peaks; they are the summits of ranges.” -Thomas Wentworth HigginsonI’ve come to the conclusion that in life, you only have two things to worry about, whether you’re healthy, or whether you’re sick. If you’re healthy,…
Board reviews revisions to marijuana business site-transfer provision
At the Dec. 17 Sturgis City Commission meeting, the board OK’d a first review of amendments to the city’s marijuana ordinances. Will Prichard, community development director, outlined proposed revisions. One is for medical cannabis and the other adult-use, to clarify and expand…
Water-main repair
Crew members from Sturgis Department of Public Services on Dec. 30 prepared for repair of a water-main break on Cherry Avenue near Michigan Avenue. MISS DIG provided emergency service for the situation, said Tom Sikorski, director of DPS. Dennis Volkert/Sentinel
Recycling sequence switches to every other week
Curbside recycling in the city of Sturgis will remain on its twice-monthly collection schedule throughout January. Beginning in February, the sequence will switch to every-other-week. City clerk/treasurer Ken Rhodes confirmed the arrangement earlier this week. Service will continue to alternate between properties…
City Commission meeting schedule set for ’26
Typically, the board meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month, although some exceptions apply to accommodate “Sturgis Fest” week and some holidays. In addition, special sessions may be announced throughout the year, as situations arise. Meetings begin at…
Historic Strand Theater listed for sale
STURGIS, Mich. — The Strand Theater, a beloved downtown landmark in Sturgis for over six decades under family ownership, has been listed for sale, with its final day of operations set for December 31, 2025.Third-generation owner Eric Saitz announced the…
Road Commission sends reminders for winter safety to residents
The city of Sturgis recently reiterated its snow removal policy. Snowfall of 1-3 inches will be addressed with de-icing and plowing as necessary. In some cases, it may involve plowing of intersections, major streets and local roads. Snowfall of 4 inches or more…
Mike’s Musings: When Silence Walks Louder Than Shouting
In a world addicted to outrage, the most radical protest I’ve seen lately involved no slogans, no megaphones, and no demands shouted into the air. It was a line of Buddhist monks walking.I first noticed this on Facebook. The monks…
Sturgis recycling sequence changing to every other week in February
Curbside recycling in the city of Sturgis will remain on its twice-monthly collection schedule in January, city clerk/treasurer Ken Rhodes said. Beginning in February, the sequence will switch to every-other-week. Pick-up service will continue to alternate between properties on the north…
