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Police investigating death of person at Three Rivers residence
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — A person was found deceased behind a residence in Three Rivers Friday. According to the Three Rivers Police Department, officers were called to the 200 block of Middle St. at the intersection of…
Lockport Twp., TR Public Library in process of negotiating library services contract
Could showdown be coming between township and library? By Robert TomlinsonNews Director LOCKPORT TWP. — Three years after Park Township ended contract negotiations and declined to send township funds to the Three Rivers Public Library (TRPL), another township is gearing…
Constantine: Sewer spills at force mainoccurred in mid-June; 65k gallons spilled
CONSTANTINE — A sewer spill from the force main that send effluent from Constantine to Three Rivers experienced two failures in mid-June, according to the Village of Constantine.The village announced in a release Wednesday that on June 18, the pipeline…
Eishen honored with proclamation fromSturgis City Commission
By Dennis Volkert Sturgis City Commission on Wednesday presented a proclamation to Eric Eishen, in honor of his accomplishments, both professionally and within the community. In part, the proclamation gives an extensive overview of Eishen’s contributions, and states the commission thanks…
Resurfacing project begins at Augspurger CourtsSturgis Public Schools receives $34K USTA grant toward cost
Resurfacing of Augspurger Tennis Courts is underway in Sturgis.The resurfacing process started this week, with preparation that included pressure-washing. Next phase is acrylic, paint and lining. After that, about 48 hours are required to dry and cure before the surface…
“MI Art Fest” takes place today in downtown Sturgis.
A variety of attractions are featured at various locations. Here’s a roundup of a few of the highlights.
Roundup of happenings in the Sturgis area
Coming events Roundup of happenings in the Sturgis area. Through July 26“Youth Community Art Show,” Open Door Gallery. Submission deadline July 9.Through July 29Adult summer reading, Sturgis District Library.Through July 31“Meet Up and Eat Up,” Sturgis District Library book give-away,…
Tornado does much damage in Lake George area
By Genine Hopkins A confirmed EF1 tornado (winds up to 95 mph) struck Clare County near Lake George, cutting a 10 mile path down Mannsiding and Old State Roads from the Lake George area to Townline Lake area just before…
Some tornado sirens fail, here’s why
By Genine Hopkins The EF1 tornado that struck just southeast of Lake George this past Friday somehow took the path of least resistance and missed almost all man-made structures. This could have been far worse, as its path just a…
Falmouth’s annual fireworks spectacular dazzles
By Genine Hopkins The community of Falmouth might be easy to dismiss as it is small in area and without any stoplights, but its heart is as big as New York as the community comes together on July 4 to…
Middle Branch approves tree removal at both cemeteries
By Genine Hopkins At the recommendation of Eric Abbey, the Sexton (Manager) of the Middle Branch Township Cemeteries, the Board of Trustees approved to have several large, dead trees culled before they cause damage to the headstones/markers or to a…
TR police searching for missing Three Rivers woman
THREE RIVERS — The Three Rivers Police Department is currently asking the public’s help to find a woman it says is “missing and endangered.” Police say 41-year-old Nicole Wood of Three Rivers has been missing since Sunday, July 7, and…
Douglas wins $1.3M to get lead out
By Scott Sullivan Editor Douglas has won a $1.3-million Michigan grant to replace lead service lines, city manager Lisa Nocerini announced last week. Starting Jan. 1, 2021, the state — now knowing lead in water lines posed health threats to…
Laketown 35-year manager Meshkin to bid adieu
By Jim Hayden Correspondence The Laketown Township Board is looking to replace 35-year Manager Al Meshkin, who announced his upcoming retirement July 3. “As a Laketown resident,” said Supervisor Linda Howell, “I thank Al for his contributions and hard work,…
STR cap may go ‘nuclear’ anyway
By Scott Sullivan Editor Saugatuck’s long road to short-term rental caps advanced Monday by a mixed vote, placing 20-percent limits in the R-1 Community Residential zone. The move — argued for a year-plus of task force, planning commission and city…
Bicyclist killed in July 4 hit-and-run accident
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor A hit-and-run accident in Cooper Township on Thursday, July 4, claimed the life of a bicyclist.The accident happened at approximately 11 p.m. at North Riverview Drive and East B Avenue in Cooper Township. The victim, a…
Wright leaves Plainwell High School
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor After serving nearly a decade-and-a-half as principal at Plainwell High School, Jeremy Wright is ready for his next challenge.Wright was recently named as the new superintendent of Delton Kellogg Public Schools. He officially began his tenure…
July 3rd Jubilee brings thousands to Allegan Riverfront
By Gari Voss The 2024 July 3rd Jubilee in Allegan was definitely a successful extravaganza as it drew thousands for an evening of fun and excitement. The 5:30pm Parade began the celebration with the majority of the crowd staying to…
Storey will launch write-in campaign for re-election
By John RaffelCorrespondent ALLEGAN –Jim Storey, chairman of the county Board of Commissioners, is seeking re-election but will have to do it as a write-in candidate.“Due to a paperwork snafu, my name was excluded from the pre-printed ballots the voters…
Teen’s organ donation saves at least four lives
By Donald Talonen On Sunday, June 30, at approximately 1 p.m., the Savage family from Kalamazoo was involved in a car accident at 136th Avenue and 58th Street in Allegan County’s Fillmore Township. Tragically, lives were lost. It’s important to…
