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Obituary: Daniel Howard Langdon

Obituary: Daniel Howard Langdon

Editorial StaffJan 3, 20251 min read

Daniel Howard Langdon, 83, of Three Rivers, passed away Monday, December 9, 2024 at his home surrounded by his loving family.He was born June 3, 1941 in Owosso, the son of Earl H. and Mildred P. (Elkins) Langdon, and came…

Obituary: Brenda Lee Dennis

Obituary: Brenda Lee Dennis

Editorial StaffJan 3, 20252 min read

Brenda Lee Dennis, 84, of Three Rivers, passed away Thursday, December 26, 2024 at Bronson Methodist Hospital.She was born December 20, 1940 to George and Madge (Kline) Gilchrist in Three Rivers, Michigan. She was a graduate of Three Rivers High…

“Out and About” Clever comments, children’s phrases, and romance

“Out and About” Clever comments, children’s phrases, and romance

Editorial StaffJan 3, 20252 min read

This column is special. It is my last column of the year and hopefully, the last column filled with funny but true comments. If everything works out the way I want it to, I should be able to get Out…

2024 Year in Review: The most notable stories of 2024 in St. Joseph County

2024 Year in Review: The most notable stories of 2024 in St. Joseph County

Editorial StaffJan 3, 202522 min read

By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — 2024, like any other year, had its highs and its lows when it came to the top news stories of the year.As we wrap up 2024 and look ahead to 2025, we take…

Mike’s Musings: Dose of DOGE needed to curb government spending

Mike’s Musings: Dose of DOGE needed to curb government spending

Editorial StaffDec 31, 20243 min read

Maybe DOGE has a good thing going. DOGE, the acronym for Trump’s new Department of Government Efficiency headed by Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, has been charged with eliminating waste and inefficiency at the federal government level.I have been a…

Sturgis man killed in crash

Robert TomlinsonDec 30, 20241 min read

BURR OAK TWP. — A Sturgis man was killed in a car crash that occurred late Friday in Burr Oak Township. According to the St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Department, deputies were called at 11:42 p.m. Dec. 27 to the area…

TR Lions Club holds biggest food, toy distribution yet

TR Lions Club holds biggest food, toy distribution yet

Robert TomlinsonDec 27, 20246 min read

Over 150 families helped for Christmas season By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — For the first hour or so of Saturday’s food box and toy distribution at the Three Rivers Lions Club, the line of vehicles in need of…

Sturgis boys’ swim and dive loses to Marshall

Editorial StaffDec 27, 20241 min read

MARSHALL — The Marshall Redhawks hosted Sturgis for a swim and dive meet last week, and although the Trojans posted five first-place finishes, Marshall came away with a 98-78 win.In the 200 Medley Relay, Caleb Hahn, Gavan Miller, Aiden Owsley…

Obituary: Erma Irene Curtis

Obituary: Erma Irene Curtis

Editorial StaffDec 27, 20242 min read

Erma Irene Curtis, age 86, formerly of Constantine, passed away Friday, December 20, 2024 at The Waters of LaGrange, IN. She was born February 28, 1938, a daughter of Paul and Dora (Schrock) Birky of Middlebury, IN. She was the…

“Out and About” Children’s truths, aid programs, and what teachers make

“Out and About” Children’s truths, aid programs, and what teachers make

Editorial StaffDec 27, 20243 min read

This is week three of miscellaneous stuff from my files of “stuff”. There should be only one more week of this drivel. Hopefully, I will be back on my feet by the first of the year. I thank you for…

Obituary: Robert DeVon Beachey

Obituary: Robert DeVon Beachey

Editorial StaffDec 27, 20242 min read

Robert DeVon Beachey, 82, of White Pigeon, passed away Wednesday, December 18, 2024, at Centrica Rose Arbor Place.He was born June 23, 1942 in Constantine, the son of Elmer L. and Ruth P. (McBrier) Beachey, and grew up on the…

Obituary: Paul James Carta

Obituary: Paul James Carta

Editorial StaffDec 27, 20243 min read

Paul James Carta, 96, of Three Rivers, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 17, 2024 at Vibrant Life Senior Living in Kalamazoo.He was born April 13, 1928 in Three Rivers, the son of Peter and Katherine (Choinacky) (Carta) Kauffman.…

TRHS students’ ‘Kicks for Kids’ fundraiser gives shoes to local students in need

TRHS students’ ‘Kicks for Kids’ fundraiser gives shoes to local students in need

Editorial StaffDec 27, 20246 min read

By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — A fundraising campaign created by two marketing students at Three Rivers High School recently put new shoes in the hands of students in need in the local area. Dubbed “Kicks for Kids,” the…

A year in photos

A year in photos

Editorial StaffDec 27, 20241 min read

A look-back at 2024. Among notable projects and events during the year were opening of the splash pad park, paving of Franks Avenue and downtown parking lots, opening of apartments at The Watershed, completion of a downtown lighting concept and…

Man accused of killing child with vehicle gets day in jail for bond violation

Robert TomlinsonDec 26, 20244 min read

By Robert TomlinsonNews Director CENTREVILLE — A man accused of killing a 10-year-old in Sherman Township with his vehicle was given a day in jail Thursday after he was found to have violated his bond conditions. Logan Thomas was given…

City Commissioner Allen arrested, charges declined

City Commissioner Allen arrested, charges declined

Robert TomlinsonDec 24, 20242 min read

Updated 12:17p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 24, 2024 By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — A Three Rivers city commissioner was arrested Sunday afternoon by police, but was eventually released without being charged by prosecutors. At-Large City Commissioner Lucas Allen was reportedly…

Mike’s Musings: Those that gave deserve praise and accolades

Mike’s Musings: Those that gave deserve praise and accolades

Editorial StaffDec 24, 20243 min read

Don’t tell me people are inherently stingy and rude. Because what I witnessed this holiday season was just the opposite. As many of you know we had our Christmas Wish Fund in December, like we have done for many years…

Emergency bond hearing to be held for man accused of killing child with vehicle

Robert TomlinsonDec 22, 20243 min read

By Robert TomlinsonNews Director CENTREVILLE — An emergency bond hearing will be set in the case of a man who allegedly killed a 10-year-old with his vehicle in Sherman Township earlier this month. In a hearing Friday, Dec. 20, St.…

Sutra Indian Cuisine brings taste of India to downtown TR

Sutra Indian Cuisine brings taste of India to downtown TR

Robert TomlinsonDec 20, 20246 min read

By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — Growing up in India, Pardeep Kumar said that between his mother’s home cooking and the wide range of cultures, food was a big part of his life. Living in a country with plenty…

Girls’ Basketball Roundup Sturgis wins two over Niles, Portage Northern

Editorial StaffDec 20, 20247 min read

STURGIS — The Lady Trojans picked up their second win of the season against host Niles last Friday, outpointing the Vikings, 50-33.“This was a great win,” Sturgis head coach Andy Phillips said. “We battled on defense and that created opportunities…