Obituary: Richard “Dick” Charles Neely
Richard “Dick” Charles Neely, age 92, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, January 27, 2025. He passed peacefully at home.Dick was born on May 17, 1932, in New Tazewell, Tennessee, the son of Charles and Ella…
Obituary: Millard J. “Otis” Bruystens
Millard J. “Otis” Bruystens, age 72 of Mendon passed away on Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at Rose Arbor Hospice in Kalamazoo. He was born in Three Rivers on December 13, 1952 the son of Herbert and Barbara (Granger) Bruystens and…
Obituary: Michael Wayne Slack
Michael Wayne Slack, age 70, of Three Rivers, passed away surrounded by his family and loved ones on Friday, January 24, 2025. He was born on September 9, 1954, the son of Dennis Robert and Ruth Arlene (Buel) Slack. Mike…
Additional info on DNA tests to be sought in Hernandez-Ruiz case
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director CENTREVILLE — As pre-trial motions and hearings continue in the case of a man accused of sexually assaulting two girls in Sturgis last year, both sides are seeking more information on DNA tests from Michigan State…
Pivotal to move forward with building addition at Centreville site Possible future plans for organization discussed
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director CENTREVILLE — Board members of Pivotal, formerly Community Mental Health in St. Joseph County, reaffirmed their willingness to go ahead with a future construction project at its Centre-ville location during their meeting Tuesday.In a unanimous vote,…
Mike’s Musings: Defund NGO’s, and do it now
If you’ve been watching the crisis at our southern border, you might wonder what has happened to the millions of illegal immigrants that crossed the border the last few years. Where do they go, and how are they supported you…
Early run helps Centreville boys sweep White Pigeon
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director WHITE PIGEON — An early flurry of points and a big game from Matt Swanwick helped the Centreville boys’ basketball team sweep their regular season matchups against White Pigeon with a 63-48 win Friday night in…
Sturgis DPS warns of potential for frozen water lines
With recent extreme cold, Sturgis Department of Public Services is asking residents to be aware of frozen water lines. To help prevent water lines from freezing, city officials recommend that residents allow a slow stream of water, around the size…
Sturgis bowling get wins over Vicksburg; compete in Mason, Zeeland invites
PORTAGE — The Sturgis bowling teams hit the road to face Vicksburg at Airway Lanes in Portage Monday, and returned home with two wins. The boys prevailed 17-13, and the girls came up big, winning 29-1.Boys singles results: 812-709 (8-1), 865-776 (7-2),…
Obituary: Eugene (Gene) Lawrence Marvin
Eugene (Gene) Lawrence Marvin, age 89, of Madison, Wisconsin, passed away on Sunday, December 22, 2024 at his home in Oakwood Village Prairie Ridge. He was born on March 4, 1935 in Three Rivers, Michigan, the eldest son of John…
Obituary: Marilyn Joan Falk
Marilyn Joan Falk age 85 of Parkville passed away peacefully on January 16th 2025 with her family by her side. She was Born in Chicago on Dec 7th,1939 to Doris (Taylor) Sherwood and Charles Criscuolo.A 1958 graduate of Kelvyn Park…
Obituary: Sharon Joan Cummings
Sharon Joan Cummings, 91, of Marcellus, passed away Monday, January 20, 2025 at her home, surrounded by her loving family.She was born January 7, 1934 in Elkhart, IN, the daughter of George and Doris (Hastings) Rose, and graduated from Elkhart…
Obituary: Vera Helen Bippus
A tiny dynamo has crossed heaven’s gate. Vera Helen Bippus, born January 8, 1937, age 88, left this world on January 17, 2025. Vera spent her youth in Blakeslee, Ohio, where she helped her family run Sam’s Place, a restaurant…
Obituary: Jean A. Hensell
Jean A. Hensell, age 77 of Centreville, died Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at Edgewood Health & Rehabilitation in Three Rivers surrounded by family. She was born January 16, 1948 in Vicksburg, a daughter of Nolan and Betty (Hovarter) Bailey. Jean…
Three Rivers honors MLK with march, service, activities
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — The legacy and beliefs of civil rights icon Martin Luther King Jr. were recognized and celebrated in Three Rivers this week, with a number of events, celebrations and reflections.Called “Becoming the Beloved Community,”…
“Out and About” ‘Southern Living,’ heart health, and great truths
The population of Three Rivers is down a bit from what it was a month or two ago. The reason is because there are some folks who prefer to spend the winter months in the southern part of the United…
Battery storage requirements recommended for Fabius solar ordinance
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director FABIUS TWP. — A proposed amendment to Fabius Township’s solar ordinance could help open the door for an in-the-works solar energy project in the township. On Tuesday, Jan. 14, the Fabius Township Planning Commission recommended for…
‘Winter Blues’ breaks the chill with music variety
By Dennis Volkert “Winter Blues” took place Jan. 17 in downtown Sturgis. It was the first segment of the 2025 festival season presented by Sturgis DDA. Almost a dozen music performers, in a variety of styles, were featured at participating businesses. Also featured…
Pay increase approved for Sturgis mayor, city commissioners
Sturgis City Commission on Wednesday approved a recommendation by Elected Officials Compensation Commission to increase the pay rate for commissioners and Mayor Frank Perez.In accordance with Home Rule City Act 279 of 1909, EOCC met Jan. 16 to review the…
Board makes appointments, approves new faculty members
By Dennis Volkert At its Jan. 13 meeting, Sturgis Public Schools Board of Education approved appointments for president, vice president, secretary and treasurer. Emily Halling, Lynn Brand and Gwen Donmyer retained their seats for president, VP and secretary, respectively. Ben Myers…
