Spring brush collection underway in Sturgis
The city of Sturgis began brush pick-up service this week. Routine early-spring collection had been scheduled to start April 7, but timeline was shifted due to severe damage from a storm that hit the area March 30. Crews from Department…
Mike’s Musings: Nuclear energy is back
With all the talk about solar and windmill energy and how they will power our country in the future, we hear very little about nuclear plants that are being recommissioned.Nuclear power is considered by many to be the most efficient,…
Demonstration held in Sturgis to protest government policies
A demonstration was held March 28 near the intersection of U.S. 12 and Centerville Road in Sturgis, protesting some policies that are unfolding during the early phase of Donald Trump’s second administration. An estimated 80 people took part, organizers said. …
Resolution of most Sturgis power outages expected by end of day
Electric crews in Sturgis have power outages down to fewer than 100 customers, as they continue to work to restore service in the aftermath of the March 30 storm. The majority of the remaining outages are small clusters of a…
Brush collection begins April 2 in Sturgis
In aftermath of the March 30 storm, the city of Sturgis will begin brush pickup on April 2, instead of the scheduled April 7 start. Crews from Department of Public Works will begin on the north side of the city…
Sunday storm damages homes, businesses in St. Joseph County
Updated 4:01 p.m. March 31, 2025 By Robert TomlinsonNews Director ST. JOSEPH COUNTY — A powerful thunderstorm rolled through St. Joseph County Sunday evening, causing numerous power outages, downed trees, and property damage in spots around the county. According to…
Sturgis outages reduced to about 300 customers
City of Sturgis electric crews, aided by workers from other communities, continue to work to restore power in the aftermath of the March 30 storm, officials said. Much of the work is within neighborhoods, involves replacing broken poles or is…
Breen named new superintendent at Constantine schools
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director CONSTANTINE — Constantine Public Schools has a new superintendent at the helm, and it’s one that’s very familiar with the district already. In a press release Thursday, the district announced that current Interim Superintendent Patrick Breen…
Constantine to seek new boys’ basketball coach
CONSTANTINE — Constantine will be seeking out a new boys’ basketball coach for the 2025-26 academic year.On Monday, the Constantine Public Schools district posted the position of varsity boys’ basketball coach for hiring in a social media post. The posting…
Track and Field Roundup TR opens season with split over Sturgis
STURGIS — Three Rivers’ boys and girls’ track and field teams opened up the 2025 season at the Sturgis Dual, with the boys taking a 94-43 win over the Trojans, and the girls dropping a 121-12 decision.On the boys’ side,…
TR DDA breaks ground on new downtown amphitheater
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — Shovels were dug into the ground for the first time this week on a new project in downtown Three Rivers.An official groundbreaking event for a new amphitheater in downtown Three Rivers was held…
Out and About: A generation gone by, pancakes, and things to make you smile
It’s funny how fast life goes! I was born in 1944 and when I was growing up, hearing stories of people who were born in the 20s and 30s seemed so foreign and old to me. Now, when younger people…
Sturgis commission approves purchase of weather siren, to replace failed unit
By Dennis Volkert After extensive discussion on Wednesday, Sturgis City Commission narrowly approved approved a request from the Department of Public Safety for a bid waiver for purchase of a new weather-alert siren, in the amount of $29,200.Andy Strudwick, deputy…
‘A new chapter in the storied history of Glen Oaks’ Newton inaugurated as ninth GOCC president
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director CENTREVILLE — After just less than a year on the job, the newest president of Glen Oaks Community College was officially inaugurated into the position.On Friday, March 21, an inauguration ceremony was held for Dr. Bryan…
Roundup of happenings in the Sturgis area
RECURRING Children’s story time, 10 a.m. each Tuesday and Friday, Sturgis District Library. Additional events at library available at www.sturgis-library.org/events.Sturgis Area Model Railroaders winter hours at Sturgis Historical Museum, 6-9 p.m. Tuesday and 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday. Online: sturgismuseum.org. MARCHMarch 28-29“Little Women,”…
Mike’s Musings: Destroying Tesla vehicles and dealerships makes no sense
Maybe someone can explain to me why firebombing a Tesla dealership or a Tesla car makes sense.Over the past week Tesla vehicles have been front and center in the resistance directed at President Trump and his DOGE leader. Elon Musk.…
Sturgis Civic Players set for opening of ’Little Women’
By Dennis Volkert “Little Women,” by Sturgis Civic Players, is presented at 7 p.m. March 28-29 and 2 p.m. March 30 at Sturges-Young Center for the Arts. “Little Women” is based on Louisa May Alcott’s novel, following the lives of four sisters,…
Bonding narrowly approved for county courthouse renovation project
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director CENTREVILLE — Despite opposition from numerous citizen attendees and some commissioners, the St. Joseph County Board of Commissioners Tuesday narrowly approved bonding up to $6 million to cover a portion of the cost of a renovation…
Two Howardsville basketball stars earn All-BCS honors
HOWARDSVILLE — Two Howardsville Christian boys’ basketball players received First-Team All-Conference Honors from the BCS Conference earlier this month.Seniors Kaden Sparks and John Paul Rose received the honor, while Sparks was runner-up for the conference’s Player of the Year award.For…
Glen Oaks AD offers plans for games, practices while construction occurs Offers general updates on athletic department
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director CENTREVILLE — Glen Oaks Community College’s athletic director says there are plans in progress for athletic contests while a renovation to the gym area is completed next academic year.In a presentation to the GOCC Board of…
