Plea offer presented in Sturgis sexual assault case Arguments made on bind-over; lawyer claims lower court erred reopening proofs
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
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
“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
“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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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…
Constantine’s new K9 introduced to council
By Angie Birdsall CONSTANTINE — School resource officer Matt Stark introduced K-9 “Riggs” at a May 5 Constantine Village Council meeting.Riggs, a year and a half old Brittany Spaniel is new to the school system. Stark said Riggs is a…
Park Elementary opens new kickball field ‘for the students, by the students’
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director PARK TWP. — A new activity area on the playground of Park Elementary near Three Rivers is giving students a place where they can say it happened mainly because of them. On Wednesday, May 7, Park…
Wickey appointed to Sturgis City Commission
By Dennis Volkert Justin Wickey was appointed Wednesday to the 2nd Precinct seat for Sturgis City Commission, effective May 28.He assumes the position left vacant after Rodger Moyer announced his resignation, due to relocation.The other 2nd Precinct seat is occupied…
SHS departmental winners honored by Kiwanis Club
The Sturgis Noon Kiwanis Club recently honored the 2025 Sturgis High School Senior Departmental Award Winners. The winners received a special certificate recognizing them for their classroom achievements during a special luncheon at the Sturges-Young Center for the Arts. This…
‘Cruise-In’ and ‘Art Around Town’ highlight latest downtown festival
“Spring Car Cruise-In & Eats” on May 9 in Sturgis drew steady attendance.About 125 classic vehicles were featured, according to Ryan Conrod, downtown events coordinator.It also included live music and unveiling of “Art Around Town” for 2025-26. The display features…
Mike’s Musings: Release the Epstein files now
For some reason, the Trump administration, i.e. Attorney General Pam Bondi is slow walking the release of the Epstein files. If I remember correctly, it was a campaign promise to release them asap, and it’s now been 130 days, and…
