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By James Windell Two scholarships were awarded to graduates of local high schools at the 48th Annual Black History Program at Lily of the Valley Church on Sunday, February 15, 2026.The Black History Leadership Society’s Youth on the Rise Scholarship…

By James Windell The South Haven City Council approved the purchase of lifeguard towers at its February 16, 2026, regular meeting.Although the request to approve the purchase of lifeguard towers and stands were among a number of consent items on…

By James Windell If you noticed that trees have been cut down near the Palisades Nuclear Power Plant along Blue Star Highway, there is an explanation.Some area residents have raised concerns about number of trees that have been cut down.Holtec…

The fourth Annual Paw Paw Chili Walk was held Saturday Feb. 21 in Paw Paw. Taking top honors was Warner Vineyards, with runner-up honors going to GG Sweets.The Paw Paw Fire Department captured People’s Choice.A large turnout didn’t let the…

On Wednesday, Feb. 18, at 7:12 a.m., the Paw Paw Fire Department was dispatched to the 42000 block of M-43 Highway for a report of a fully involved garage fire. Units arrived on scene at 7:19 a.m. and reported a…

GOBLES – A Gobles man is facing charges for allegedly selling mislabeled and foreign-made GLP1 drugs without prescriptions.Brandon Piper was charged in federal court Friday, Feb. 20, with one count of conspiracy to introduce misbranded drugs into interstate commerce with…

Jordan WilcoxAssistant Publisher Thomas Patrick Shannon, the former owner of Shannon Orthodontics in Plainwell and Grandville, has been sentenced to 60 years in federal prison on child exploitation charges — the maximum allowed under the law. On Monday, U.S. District…

Sturgis City Commission will consider several proposals at its Feb. 25 meeting. Here is a roundup. South Lakeview Avenue design plan. Commissioners will assess approval of a service agreement amendment for Fleis and VandenBrink for reconstruction on South Lake Avenue. The…

Sturgis Neighborhood Program has announced the launch of a new Neighbor2Neighbor home improvement program, with help of a grant from Michigan State Housing Development Authority. The initiative is intended provide crucial home repair and rehabilitation services to up to three…

By Maggie LaNoue, Contributing Writer The Albion City Council meeting on Tuesday evening drew a higher level of public engagement than in recent months, with about 20 residents attending to offer respectful yet pointed comments on the proposed city manager…

By KEN WYATT Contributing Writer Pulaski Township took a step forward in the Swains Lake Sewer Project at this month’s board meeting. After a report from Alan Smaka, project engineer, the board voted to authorize application to the U.S. Agriculture…

By Maggie LaNoue, contributing writer A full house filled the American Legion hall overlooking the Kalamazoo River Monday night as Scouts BSA Troop 158 marked its 110th birthday with a community celebration, Court of Honor, and recognition of youth and…

By Maggie LaNoue Contributing writer The Albion City Council voted Tuesday, Feb. 17, to approve a contract with Dr. Sheryl L. Theriot as city manager, bringing back a familiar leader as the city faces major redevelopment projects and ongoing challenges…

By Robert TomlinsonNews Director ST. JOSEPH COUNTY — Tournament season is rapidly approaching – or is already here – for winter sports, with the basketball tournaments getting underway beginning next week.Boys’ basketball will come first, with every local team participating…

BRONSON — Three Rivers’ bowling teams were dominant at the Wolverine Conference Tournament in Bronson last weekend, wrapping up conference titles for both teams with their performances.The boys’ team won their first conference title since 2021 by taking home the…

By Dennis Volkert Strand Theater in Sturgis ceased operation on Dec. 31, 2025, and is on the market.  It brings the end of an era, and an uncertain transition for Eriz Saitz, third-generation owner.  For now, one immediate project is…

By Robert TomlinsonNews Director CENTREVILLE — A topic that had not been broached in several months was brought to the forefront near the end of Tuesday’s regular meeting of the St. Joseph County Board of Commissioners: The possibility of video…

THREE RIVERS — A scholarship program for Three Rivers Community Schools students still in its initial fundraising phase reached a major milestone this week.On Sunday, the Three Rivers Promise announced in a press release it has reached the $1 million…

CONSTANTINE — Two people were arrested on multiple drug and firearm charges following the execution of a search warrant Tuesday.According to the St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Office, the search warrant was executed Tuesday at a residence in the 200 block…

By Christopher Johnson Construction is underway on a new gas station at the northeast corner of Colonville Road and South Clare Avenue. Marking the latest commercial development in Clare’s northern industrial district. Just beyond the overpass of US-10.The 3,955-square-foot facility…