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‘Make We Merry’ holiday variety show being revived by TRAM
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — For decades, Make We Merry was a staple of the holiday season in the Three Rivers area. The annual holiday variety show, originally put on by the Three Rivers Community Players as their…
Marshall’s Eastend Studio & Gallery’s holiday market attracts artists and buyers.
by Sylvia Benavidez Despite online shopping, Eastend Studio & Gallery Holiday Market continues to have success. Having a holiday market that introduces more than traditional art at Marshall’s Eastend Studio & Gallery may seem counter-intuitive to some, but for Executive…
Taylor Wilcher receives bond modification in Lusch murder case
By ELIZABETH FERSZT Contributing Writer Taylor Wilcher, who allegedly was involved in the death of John Lusch on April 20, appeared Nov. 18 before Judge John McBain in the 4th Circuit Court, Jackson to ask for a bond modification. Her…
O’Rourke claims self defense; gang involvement in Flowers murder case
By ELIZABETH FERSZT Contributing Writer Joseph O’Rourke was in 4th Circuit Court on Nov. 18 for a Motion Hearing for Other Acts Evidence with his attorney, Lucas X. Dillon, Assistant Prosecutor Nathan Hull, and Hon. John McBain, presiding. Dillon is…
Three wars, seven heroes to be honored along M-60
By Ken Wyatt Under legislation approved by the Michigan House of Representatives, portions of M-60 in western Jackson County would honor area men killed in three wars. Rep. Sarah Lightner, R-Springport, introduced House Bill 5089, which would rename three stretches…
City council honoring yesterday, building tomorrow
By Maggie LaNoue Contributing Writer Albion City Council met on Monday, Nov. 17, at the Marshall Opportunity High School Library, working through a mix of long-delayed administrative actions, new budget discussions, and recognitions that connected the city’s past to its…
Sturgis school board approves bond proposal for district upgrades
Sturgis Public Schools Board of Education on Nov. 17 approved two measures related to a bond proposal to fund school upgrades. The main decision pertains to a ballot proposal, set for May 5, 2026, with a no-mill increase. If it receives voter…
Zoning district changes considered for two properties
At its Nov. 12 meeting, Sturgis City Commission gave a first review of zoning district changes for a property at 408 W. Congress St., and 907 and 1101 N. Nottawa St. A second reading by the board is required before any revision…
St. Joseph County approves 2026 and 2027 budgets
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director CENTREVILLE — St. Joseph County officially has new initial budgets for the 2026 and 2027 fiscal years.On Tuesday, the county Board of Commissioners approved the new budgets for the next two years by a 5-2 vote.…
Christmas Around Town kicks off TR holiday season next week Tree lighting, Santa visit, Holiday Light Parade highlight events
THREE RIVERS — Christmas Around Town, the annual holiday extravaganza in downtown Three Rivers that has gone on for almost 50 years, will take place next week, Nov. 28-30.The event begins on Friday, Nov. 28 with Black Friday deals at…
One injured in Three Rivers house fire
THREE RIVERS — One person was injured in a fire that occurred at a residence in Three Rivers Tuesday afternoon.According to the Three Rivers Fire Department, firefighters were dispatched at 4:01 p.m. to the 500 block of Ninth Street, where…
41 deer strung up on Clare restaurant’s buck pole
by Christopher Johnson This past weekend was a big deal for local hunters. As part of opening day for rifle season, Ruckle’s Pier kicked off its holiday spirit with the 7th Annual Buck Pole last Saturday.A buck pole is a…
Two-vehicle crash on M-115 in Surrey Township results in three fatalities
On Thursday, November 13, 2025 at approximately 9:11 p.m., the Clare County Central Dispatch received a report of a two-vehicle crash on M-115 near Harding Avenue in Surrey Township. Initial reports indicated that one vehicle was on fire. Deputies from…
It’s moving week for Douglas
By Scott SullivanEditorIt’s moving week for Douglas. The city is relocating police, city hall and public works offices into what has long been called the old hospital building at 415 Wiley Road.Friday, Nov. 14 was Doulas’s last day of business…
Anglers hail mussel-fighting bill
By Scott SullivanEditorA bipartisan bill introduced by two Michigan congresspersons Monday would allocate $500 million over 10 years to fight invasive mussels that are harming the Great Lakes ecosystem and local fishing industry.U.S. Reps. Debbie Dingell (D-Ann Arbor) and Tim…
Damick receives Educator of the Year honors for Plainwell Schools
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor Evan at a young age, Heather Damick felt like she had a calling.“Early on, I knew I wanted a career teaching and supporting children in some capacity,” she said. “My first job was a lifeguard for…
McLaren honored as Otsego Educator of the Year
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor Shannon McLaren has been a fixture for Otsego Public Schools for nearly three decades.And in recognition of her unwavering dedication to the district’s students during that time, McLaren was named Otsego’s Educator of the Year for…
Wayland Union Schools cut ribbon on new admin building
By Gari Voss Wayland Union School District has a new Administration Building that is far more than office space for central office staff. The official ribbon cutting on Monday, November 10, 2025, gathered representatives from TowerPinkster (the design team), Triangle…
