Capman, Lindblom named Citizens of the Year
Deb Capman and Barry Lindblom have been named 2026 “Citizens of the Year” in Sturgis. The selections were announced by Sturgis Area Chamber of Commerce. Capman moved to Sturgis in the mid-1960s and graduated from Sturgis Public Schools in 1974.…
Train briefly derails in Sturgis
STURGIS — A train traveling through Sturgis experienced a brief derailment Monday. According to the Sturgis Department of Public Safety, the derailment occurred Monday at 11 a.m. at the railroad crossing at North Nottawa Avenue. Police describe the derailment as…
Mendon softball on to state quarters after comebacks to win regionals
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director MENDON — Call it a flair for the dramatic, call it being cool under pressure, but at the end of the day, for Mendon softball, Saturday’s regional action was full of twists and turns. Luckily for…
Multiple serious injuries reported in vehicle-buggy crash
BURR OAK TWP. — Three people riding in a horse-and-buggy were seriously injured and had to be airlifted following a crash in Burr Oak Township Friday night. According to the St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Office, officers were dispatched at 8:16…
Mike’s Musings: Time to Abolish MEDC
For decades, politicians from both parties have defended the Michigan Economic Development Corporation with the same promise: targeted incentives and subsidies will attract jobs, revive communities, and create prosperity. It sounds appealing. If government can selectively help businesses expand, why…
UAW workers at AAM in Three Rivers go on strike
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — United Auto Workers members at American Axle and Manufacturing (AAM) in Three Rivers will officially go on strike at 12:01 a.m. Monday. In a livestream video Sunday night, UAW Local 2093 said a…
Mendon wins sixth straight district softball title; to play in regionals at home
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director MARCELLUS — Mendon softball’s state title defense started strong in postseason play Friday, cruising to an 11-1 victory over Marcellus in the MHSAA Division 4 district championship in Marcellus. Although they got off to a slow…
‘Juneberry Nights’ debut coming June 5 in Sturgis
The inaugural “Juneberry Nights” takes place 5:30-9 p.m. June 5 in downtown Sturgis. It continues the 2026 festival season organized by Sturgis Downtown Development Authority. Here is a summary of attractions. Pleasant Avenue: Farmers market, berry vendors and free berry…
Golf Roundup Vicksburg regional champs at Coldwater; Sturgis 14th, Three Rivers 17th
COLDWATER — Sturgis, Three Rivers and Vicksburg took part in the Division 2 golf regionals at Coldwater Golf Club on Tuesday, and both St. Joseph County teams saw their seasons come to an end, while Vicksburg were crowned as regional…
Softball Roundup TR ends regular season with sweep, split
BATTLE CREEK — Three Rivers’ softball team ended out the regular season this past week with a sweep on the road at Harper Creek and a split on the road against Marshall.On Friday, the Wildcats swept Harper Creek by scores…
Out and About: Joint Venture, aging, and things to know
“You can not push anyone up the ladder unless he is willing to climb a little.” -Andrew CarnegieThis June I’ll be starting a new adventure at Beacon Health Care. I mentioned several weeks ago about the “Heart Healthy” program I…
‘Let’s make our own story’: TRHS graduates Class of 2026
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — At the start of Thursday, May 21’s ceremony graduating the Class of 2026 at Three Rivers High School, class president Mia Cezar remarked on the importance of graduating and the anticipation the class…
Memorial Day ceremony honors the fallen, in nation’s 250th year
By Dennis VolkertThe annual Memorial Day observance was held May 25 in Sturgis.Following tradition, the parade began at Sturgis VFW and continued to Oaklawn Park, where a ceremony took place.Featured speaker was Ren Hartung, HM3 (Hospital Corpsman), Petty Officer 3rd…
Sturgis City Commission approves resolution for independent probe into potential violations Proposals to censure, remove mayor Perez fail
By Dennis VolkertSturgis City Commission on May 27 approved a resolution, presented by commissioner Aaron Miller, to direct an independent investigation by outside counsel into any potential violations against specific parts of Michigan law, associated case law, procedure of the…
‘Drawdown’ planned for Sturgis hydroelectric dam
On May 5, the city of Sturgis City received notice from Federal Energy Regulatory Commission regarding the need to “draw down” the reservoir upstream of the city’s hydroelectric dam, no later than July 15, 2026. According to city manager Andrew…
Sturgis City Commission approves resolution for independent probe into potential violations
Sturgis City Commission on May 27 approved a resolution, presented by commissioner Aaron Miller, to direct an independent investigation by outside counsel into any potential violations against specific parts of Michigan law, associated case law, procedure of the commission and…
Mike’s Musings: Rules to live by
I often seek out thought provoking words of wisdom on the internet. Just last week I came across this (by anonymous) and thought I would share it with you. It might not mean much to those that are in their…
Honoring and remembering: Local communities mark Memorial Day with parades, ceremonies
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director ST. JOSEPH COUNTY — Several communities around St. Joseph County marked the Memorial Day holiday Monday with events, remembrances, and salutes, remembering those who lost their lives serving the United States. In Three Rivers, the city…
Out and About: Memorial Day, regrets, and summer
“Luck is the residue of design.” -Branch RickeyBuddha was not a Buddhist….Jesus was not a Christian….Muhammad was not a Muslim….They were teachers who taught Love….Love was their Religion.This next Monday, May 25, is Memorial Day. On this day we honor…
’Trojan Heroes’ honored, ISD budget resolution approved by Sturgis school board “Trojan Heroes” were named this week at the meeting of Sturgis Public Schools Board of Education.
Toni Andrews (administrative assistant), Amanda Carpenter (substitute teacher) and Kristin Woods (bus driver) were honored.Here are select comments from nominators. Andrews: “Toni is amazing. Toni has always been super helpful, reliable, approachable and knowledgeable. Between managing calendars, dates, handling communication, the…
