Commercial-News, Penny Saver, & Sturgis Sentinel

Multiple chip seal projects in St. Joseph, Cass counties begin today

Robert TomlinsonMay 28, 20251 min read

ST. JOSEPH COUNTY — A number of chip seal projects in St. Joseph and Cass counties begin today, and could affect commutes for the summer. In St. Joseph County, Business Route U.S. 131 from the north intersection with U.S. 131…

Mike’s Musings: Biden’s health problems should have been revealed to public

Mike’s Musings: Biden’s health problems should have been revealed to public

Editorial StaffMay 28, 20253 min read

So, we are now hearing what many of us have suspected for a long time. President Biden’s term in office was marred with health problems too the point that for much of his presidency his closest advisors were acting as…

County commission rejects, then later approves, county’s operating millages

County commission rejects, then later approves, county’s operating millages

Robert TomlinsonMay 23, 202510 min read

By Robert TomlinsonNews Director CENTREVILLE — For about an hour Tuesday, St. Joseph County was on track to collect zero property tax revenue this summer for its governmental operations. However, a last-second change of vote saved the county’s operating millage…

Track and Field Roundup: 14 Wildcats advance to state meet, crown 5 individual regional champs

Track and Field Roundup: 14 Wildcats advance to state meet, crown 5 individual regional champs

Editorial StaffMay 23, 20256 min read

BERRIEN SPRINGS — Three Rivers’ track and field team will be well-represented at the MHSAA Division 2 state finals meet in Hamilton on May 31. The Wildcats sent 12 athletes to the finals following their performances at Friday, May 16’s…

Out and About: Hospitalization, Memorial Day, and communicating

Out and About: Hospitalization, Memorial Day, and communicating

Editorial StaffMay 23, 20253 min read

On Saturday, May 10, I missed the bottom step coming out of my sister’s house and kissed the concrete driveway. The laundry basket didn’t break my fall, because I had thrown it out of the way. This quick action saved…

Plea offer presented in Sturgis sexual assault case Arguments made on bind-over; lawyer claims lower court erred reopening proofs

Plea offer presented in Sturgis sexual assault case Arguments made on bind-over; lawyer claims lower court erred reopening proofs

Editorial StaffMay 23, 20257 min read

By Robert TomlinsonNews Director CENTREVILLE — A possible plea offer is on the table for a man accused of sexually assaulting two girls in Sturgis last year.In a hearing Monday, May 12, Prosecutor Deborah Davis said the offer on the…

Sturgis Memorial Day ceremony set for May 26

Sturgis Memorial Day ceremony set for May 26

Editorial StaffMay 23, 20252 min read

By Dennis Volkert A Memorial Day commemoration takes place May 26 in Sturgis. A parade begins at 10:30 a.m., departing from VFW post on Fawn River Road, then proceeding north on Nottawa Street to Oaklawn Park, where the ceremony begins at…

Car show to benefit local veterans

Editorial StaffMay 23, 20251 min read

“Sturgis Veterans Car Show” will take place 9 a.m.-2 p.m. May 24 at Sturgis High School.Registration period is 9 a.m.-noon. Fee is $10. Awards are presented at 1:45 p.m. It is dedicated to local veterans in need of transportation assistance.Music is provided…

‘Jam for JB’ set for June 7

Editorial StaffMay 23, 20251 min read

“A Jam for JB” is scheduled for 4-9 p.m. June 7 at Free Church Park in Sturgis, to honor the late John Borgesen, owner and operator of JB’s Guitars for more than 30 years.Borgeson died April 15 at his home. A co-organizer…

Roundup of happenings in the Sturgis area

Editorial StaffMay 23, 20253 min read

ONGOING  Sturgis Farmers Market, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. each Saturday through Sept. 27, Oak Lawn Park.  MAY May 23“Bourbon, Bacon & Blues,” 5:30-10:30 p.m., downtown Sturgis.May 24Sturgis veterans third annual car show, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Sturgis High School. Registration 9 a.m.-noon. Awards…

Mike’s Musings: State needs to have more control over spending

Mike’s Musings: State needs to have more control over spending

Editorial StaffMay 21, 20253 min read

I shake my head at some of the shenanigans pulled by leaders we place in public office. Very few of them understand that the money that pays their salaries and funds the programs that run the government come out of…

Man found guilty in St. Joseph County of criminal sexual conduct

Robert TomlinsonMay 16, 20251 min read

CENTREVILLE — A 69-year-old man was convicted by a St. Joseph County jury Friday of three counts of criminal sexual conduct. Geral Whitney of Harrison, Mich., was originally charged in 2023 with allegedly sexually assaulting a relative 20 years ago.…

Suspect arrested in Colon for threats to residents, second arrested for attempting to disarm cop

Robert TomlinsonMay 16, 20252 min read

COLON — St. Joseph County sheriff’s deputies arrested a person on Wednesday that police claim was “dangerous and violent” and was making threats to Colon residents. According to the St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Office, Colon Police Department officers requested deputies’…

Learning to investigate

Learning to investigate

Robert TomlinsonMay 16, 20253 min read

Students from Three Rivers High School’s forensic science class investigated a mock crime scene in a wooded area near the high school Monday as part of a day where the class also took a trip to the Michigan State Police…

County declines budget amendment to pay for prosecutor’s Discipline Board counsel

County declines budget amendment to pay for prosecutor’s Discipline Board counsel

Robert TomlinsonMay 16, 20259 min read

By Robert TomlinsonNews Director CENTREVILLE — St. Joseph County will not be shifting funds in the prosecutor’s office budget to pay for the county prosecutor’s legal representation before a state discipline board. At Tuesday’s Executive Committee meeting of the St.…

Soccer Roundup TR 2-1 on week, wins on Senior Night

Editorial StaffMay 16, 20252 min read

THREE RIVERS — Three Rivers’ girls’ soccer team went 2-1 this past week, winning two games at home and losing in a shutout on the road.On Tuesday, the Wildcats defeated Niles 3-1 at home. Tori Thorbjornsen, Paige McDonald and Natalie…

Baseball Roundup TR sweeps Sturgis, split games in Hamilton

Editorial StaffMay 16, 20253 min read

STURGIS — Three Rivers’ baseball team took home two conference wins last week, sweeping Sturgis 10-1 and 3-0 on Wednesday, May 7 on the road.In Game 1, Drake Dibble went 4-for-4 with a triple, two runs scored, two RBI and…

Construction moving ahead for amphitheater

Construction moving ahead for amphitheater

Editorial StaffMay 16, 20253 min read

By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — Construction of the new amphitheater in Three Rivers has been going well so far, albeit with one early hiccup, according to an update from Brussee/Brady owner Tom Brady at the Thursday, May 1…

Out and About: Comebacks, Mother’s Day and grandparents

Out and About: Comebacks, Mother’s Day and grandparents

Editorial StaffMay 16, 20253 min read

I’ve never been very good with quick comebacks, when someone says something rude. There isn’t an overabundance of kindness in our world these days. Being nice to one another is something we can all improve on. Here are some comebacks…

PUBLIC NOTICE
2026 ALLEGAN COUNTY PROPOSED FINAL BUDGET

The Board of Commissioners of the County of Allegan will hold a budget hearing on Thursday, October 9, 2025, for all interested citizens to comment and discuss the proposed budget.

The hearing will take place at 7:00 PM in the Board Room, County Services Building, 3283–122nd Avenue, Allegan, Michigan, to discuss the proposed budget. The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to support the proposed budget will be a subject of this hearing. The public may also participate in the meeting/public hearing by calling 1-929-205-6099, Meeting ID: 891 6032 7098, and Meeting Password 471420. For other options connecting to the meeting, please visit the meeting calendar website at www.allegancounty.org or contact the County Administrator’s Office.

The proposed budget may be examined online at www.allegancounty.org under News Media Room or on weekdays at the Office of the Allegan County Administrator (address below), between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM. All interested citizens will have the opportunity to give written and/or oral comments.

County will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services to individuals with disabilities at the public hearing upon one (1) week notice. Individuals requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the following in writing or by telephone:

Robert J. Sarro,
County Administrator,
3283 – 122nd Avenue,
Allegan, Michigan, 49010
269-673-0239