Out and About: Fundraisers, the Navy, and new inventions
“One’s destination is never a place, but a new way of seeing things.” -Henry MillerIf you didn’t make it to the American Legion on October 11, you missed a fantastic Burger Night fundraiser, thanks to Molly and T.J. from Mr.…
City Commission conducts first review of proposed recycling ordinance
By Dennis Volkert Sturgis City Commission on Wednesday conducted a first reading of a proposed recycling ordinance. The board approved the initial reading by a 7-2 vote, with mayor Frank Perez and commissioner Marvin Smith voting no. A second reading is…
Final meeting for city controller Keyser
Holly Keyser, controller for the city of Sturgis, attended her final commission meeting Oct. 22, and will retire Oct. 31.Keyser has worked for the city for the past 17 years.“I am happy to be part of the community, and looking…
Hundreds attend ‘No Kings’ protest in Centreville
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director CENTREVILLE — The lawn of the historic courthouse in Centreville was the site of one of thousands of nationwide “No Kings” protests against the policies and actions of President Donald Trump’s second term.Organizers of Saturday’s two-hour…
Election Preview 2025: SJC voters to decide on 911 millage renewal, reduction in November election
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director CENTREVILLE — It’s not often you hear of a governmental entity asking voters to decide on an operating millage renewal that comes with a reduction in said millage. However, that is what St. Joseph County’s 911/Central…
Mike’s Musings: Why Michigan Should Say “No” to Ranked-Choice Voting
As Michigan stands at a crossroad on whether to adopt Ranked-Choice Voting (RCV) statewide, voters and policymakers ought to pause and ask: what problem is RCV truly solving — and at what cost? The case against this change is stronger…
Tennis Roundup TR defeats Pennfield, end season at regionals
THREE RIVERS — Three Rivers’ boys’ tennis team ended the regular season with a 4-3 win over Battle Creek Pennfield on Wednesday, Oct. 8.Winning for Three Rivers was Carter Fuller 6-4, 6-0 over Pennfield’s Johnny Franks at No. 3 singles;…
Cross Country Roundup TR boys finish runner-up at Wolverine Conference championships
PAW PAW — Three Rivers’ boys’ cross country team finished as runners-up in the Wolverine Conference, losing a close race to Otsego 64-70 Tuesday at the Wolverine Conference Championship in Paw Paw.Three Wildcat runners finished in the top 16 to…
Out and About: Helpful hints, hunting season, and Lake Erie
“For in the dew of little things the heart finds its morning and is refreshed.” -Khalil GibranBeing retired and on a fixed budget, I’m always looking for ways to save a few bucks, and being a nice guy, I am…
Fall Festival brings autumnal fun to downtown Three Rivers
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — Downtown Three Rivers was bustling with activity last weekend, as a new festival brought the autumn season to Main Street and Portage Avenue.Saturday, Oct. 11 was the first-ever Fall Festival in downtown Three…
Deep Blue Something embraces a return to recording, touring, with new LP: Texas-based alt-rock group to open Sturges-Young season series
By Dennis Volkert Deep Blue Something opens the 2025-26 performance series at Sturges-Young Center for the Arts.The show is at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 25. Ticket price starts at $35. Season tickets are available through that date as well.Deep Blue Something…
Sturgis commissioners OK property transfer, facility upgrades
Sturgis City Commission approved several measures or requests at its Oct. 8 meeting. Commissioners adopted a resolution of property transfer from Sturgis Township into the city, at the request of Metalloid Corporation. According to city engineer Barry Cox, on Aug. 4, 2000, the…
Roundup of happenings in the Sturgis area
OCTOBERThroughout OctoberSturgis Historical Museum hours: 10 am..-2 p.m. Saturday, and by appointment, sturgismueseum@gmail.com, 269-503-7440.Oct. 18“Boo Bash 5K,” 9 a.m., fundraiser for Thurston Woods Village benevolent fund; registration fee $25.Oct. 20Sturgis Public Schools Board of Education meeting, 5:30 p.m., Sturgis Central…
Police arrest wanted suspect day after hours-long police presence in Three Rivers
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — Three Rivers police on Wednesday arrested a suspect that was wanted on a felony warrant following an hours-long police presence in Three Rivers Tuesday.According to Three Rivers police, officers from the Three Rivers…
Mike’s Musings: A time to celebrate, hostages have been released
I don’t care how bad your Trump Derangement Syndrome might be, you have to give the man credit for orchestrating a deal that released the 20 living Israeli hostages from the grips of Hamas on Monday.On Monday, the world witnessed…
Suspect arrested day after hours-long police presence in Three Rivers
UPDATED 12:25 P.M. THURSDAY, OCT. 16 By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — Three Rivers police on Wednesday arrested a suspect that was wanted on a felony warrant following an hours-long police presence in Three Rivers Tuesday. According to Three…
Golf Roundup: TR’s Oestrike qualifies for state finals; TR 11th at regional
CHARLOTTE — Three Rivers’ Elizabeth Oestrike qualified for the MHSAA Division 3 girls’ golf finals following her shooting a 94 at the Division 3 Region 15 tournament at Forest Akers East Golf Club Wednesday.Oestrike’s 94 placed her 11th overall individually.…
TR-Sturgis soccer match abandoned in second half due to player, fan conduct
‘Safety concerns’ cited by referee By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — A boys’ soccer game last week between Three Rivers and Sturgis was abandoned in the second half due to behavior of players and fans in attendance. In an…
Battery storage rules advance in Lockport after begrudging vote by Planning Comm.
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director LOCKPORT TWP. — A proposed amendment that would allow for battery energy storage systems (BESS) to be included in a solar energy ordinance in Lockport Township cleared its first hurdle last week despite numerous objections by…
Ceremony marks 100th year for Congress School
By Dennis Volkert “This isn’t about a building.”Versions of that phrase were uttered more than once on Oct. 3, as community members, current and former teachers and administrators attended a ceremony to mark the 100th anniversary of Congress Elementary School…
