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Memorial Day ceremonies in TR remember those who gave everything

Memorial Day ceremonies in TR remember those who gave everything

Editorial StaffMay 30, 20253 min read

By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — More than 600,000 American troops have died while fighting for their country ever since the Revolutionary War ended, according to Military.com, and local areas remembered the sacrifice those Americans made Monday while observing…

Zabonick sheds interim tag, officially director of TR Public Library

Zabonick sheds interim tag, officially director of TR Public Library

Editorial StaffMay 30, 20254 min read

By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — It may have taken 16 months, but Erin Zabonick can now no longer say she is the interim director of the Three Rivers Public Library.She is the full-fledged director of the library now.On…

Day of remembrance: Parade, ceremony mark Memorial Day in Sturgis

Day of remembrance: Parade, ceremony mark Memorial Day in Sturgis

Editorial StaffMay 30, 20253 min read

By Dennis Volkert A Memorial Day ceremony was held May 26 at Oaklawn Park in Sturgis. Featured speaker was Brad Urick, sergeant, U.S. Marine Corps.Urick was stationed at Camp Pendleton, California, and New River Air Station, N.C., In 1983, he was assigned…

Wickey officially rejoins city commission

Wickey officially rejoins city commission

Editorial StaffMay 30, 20252 min read

By Dennis Volkert Justin Wickey on Wednesday formally joined Sturgis City Commission, filling a vacancy in the second precinct.Wickey was appointed to the seat at the board’s May 16 meeting, after an interview session.He succeeds Rodger Moyer, who resigned in…

Sturgis High School’s150th commencement was held May 22

Sturgis High School’s150th commencement was held May 22

Editorial StaffMay 30, 20251 min read

Sturgis High School’s 150th commencement was held May 22.This year’s class had 194 graduates.Valedictorian of the class of 2025 is Lexie Romero Luna. Salutatorian is Chloe Clark.Class speaker at the ceremony was Nolan Park.Eleena Kelley was named “Senior of the…

Residents express support for county parks in wake of Yunker’s divestment comments

Residents express support for county parks in wake of Yunker’s divestment comments

Robert TomlinsonMay 28, 20259 min read

Yunker: ‘I will not be discussing this topic’ By Robert TomlinsonNews Director CENTREVILLE — Controversial comments made by a St. Joseph County commissioner in April prompted a full house – and even standing room – at last week’s St. Joseph…

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’…