Perez re-appointed mayor by 5-4 vote
By Dennis Volkert Frank Perez was reappointed mayor of Sturgis, in a 5-4 vote. Jeff Mullins, 1st Precinct commissioner, was named vice mayor, also by 5-4. The decisions came during the board’s annual organizational meeting, held Nov. 10. Richard Bir, also representing 1st…
Veterans honored with special ceremony in Centreville
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director CENTREVILLE — About a dozen veterans in the local area were honored in a ceremony in Centreville Tuesday morning.The Centreville Downtown Development Authority held its annual veterans’ celebration at Yoder’s Country Market on Veterans Day, a…
Mike’s Musings: The True Spirit of Christmas Lives in Helping Others
As the Christmas season approaches, the lights, music, and festive cheer remind us of joy, family, and tradition. But amid the celebration, it’s also a time to remember what this season truly represents — compassion, generosity, and community. For many…
Sturgis City Commission: Perez continues as mayor, Mullins chosen as VP
Frank Perez on Nov. 10 was reappointed mayor of Sturgis, in a 5-4 vote. Jeff Mullins, 1st Precinct commissioner, was named vice mayor, also by a 5-4 vote. The decisions came during the board’s annual organizational meeting. Richard Bir, also…
Sturgis to provide special brush collection
Sturgis Department of Public Services crews will begin a one-time brush pickup starting Nov. 17. The special collection is being scheduled due to a large number of fallen limbs from the heavy snow during the past few days. Residents are…
TR boys 11th in D2, Centreville’s Hulin All-State in D3 at state Cross Country finals
BROOKLYN, Mich. — The state cross country finals were held last Saturday at Michigan International Speedway, with numerous area runners competing in Divisions 2 through 4.Division 2 saw the Three Rivers Wildcat boys grab 11th place with 344 points. Charlie…
Awe’s three TD runs lift Three Rivers to district semifinal win over Paw Paw
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director PAW PAW — A few weeks ago, amid some injuries to key players on defense, Three Rivers got rinsed by Paw Paw at home 43-0, part of a stretch where the Wildcats lost three consecutive games…
Out and About: Stuff-a-Truck, Veteran’s Day, and customer service
It’s time to “Stuff-A-Truck” for those in need. The Three Rivers Lions Club needs everyone’s help to do just that for this upcoming Thanksgiving. Everyone is invited to come on down to Harding’s Market, 808 West Michigan Avenue in Three…
Johnston elected mayor of Three Rivers
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — For the first time in over a decade, Tom Lowry will not be the mayor of Three Rivers.On Tuesday, voters in the City of Three Rivers elected Angel Johnston to be the new…
SNP holds tour for rebuilt home
Sturgis Neighborhood Program held an open house and tour Oct. 29 to unveil a new home at 805 N. Nottawa Street. The open house was attended by SNP board members, Sturgis city manager Andrew Kuk and city commissioner Linda Harrington. The home…
Second review of Sturgis recycling ordinance expected Nov. 12Commissioners have varied views of the approach
By Dennis Volkert At its meeting Nov. 12, Sturgis City Commission plans to hold a second reading of a proposed ordinance for curbside recycling. The board’s first review was conducted at the Oct. 22 meeting.Curbside recycling was offered citywide beginning in…
911, Constantine schools’ operating millage renewals both pass
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director ST. JOSEPH COUNTY — Two major millage renewals on the November ballot around St. Joseph County were approved by voters Tuesday.Countywide, voters overwhelmingly approved the county’s 911 services operating millage renewal and reduction, while in the…
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By Mike WilcoxOwner/Publisher Every year, as the Christmas season draws near, I’m reminded just how generous our communities can be. For nearly two decades, Wilcox Newspapers has hosted what’s become one of my favorite traditions: our Annual Christmas Wish Program.It…
Johnston elected mayor of Three Rivers
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — For the first time in over a decade, Tom Lowry will not be the mayor of Three Rivers. On Tuesday, voters in the City of Three Rivers elected Angel Johnston to be the…
Mike’s Musings: Government shutdown can be averted- takes politicians to act instead of grandstand
Another week has passed, and much of our federal government remains shuttered. Hundreds of thousands of federal employees are either furloughed or working without pay. National parks are closed, small business loans are on hold, and millions of Americans are…
Three Rivers 2025 Mayoral Candidate Profile: Nathan Walden
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director This story originally ran in the October 24 edition of the Three Rivers Commercial-News. THREE RIVERS — Nathan Walden has faced a lot of adversity in his 43 years of life. At age 16, he was…
Three Rivers 2025 Mayoral Candidate Profile: Angel Johnston
This story originally appeared in the Oct. 10 edition of the Three Rivers Commercial-News. By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — Growing up in Kalamazoo, Angel Johnston said she enjoyed coming to Three Rivers on vacation during her early years,…
Three Rivers 2025 Mayoral Candidate Profile: Tom Lowry
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director This story originally appeared in the Oct. 10 edition of the Three Rivers Commercial-News. THREE RIVERS — Three Rivers Mayor Tom Lowry has seen “a little bit of everything” in his 26 non-consecutive years as mayor…
Holy day, scheduling conflicts lead to Mendon football advancing via forfeit against Sacred Heart
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director MENDON — A confluence of conflicts between both Mendon and Grand Rapids Sacred Heart Academy led to Sacred Heart’s MHSAA eight-man Division 2 football team forfeiting their first-round playoff matchup against the Hornets that was scheduled…
Volleyball district brackets revealed: Where local teams will play in the postseason
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director ST. JOSEPH COUNTY — Local volleyball teams will be starting their road to Kellogg Arena beginning next week. All local teams will be participating in the MHSAA playoffs, which begin on Nov. 3 with first round…
