By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — A fundraising campaign created by two marketing students at Three Rivers High School recently put new shoes in the hands of students in need in the local area. Dubbed “Kicks for Kids,” the fundraiser was created by TRHS seniors Maggie Gose and Sarela Cruz, students in Scott Muffley’s Read More…
A look-back at 2024. Among notable projects and events during the year were opening of the splash pad park, paving of Franks Avenue and downtown parking lots, opening of apartments at The Watershed, completion of a downtown lighting concept and numerous festivals and holiday events.Photos by Dennis Volkert/Sturgis Sentinel
By John RaffelCorrespondent CKLAE — Clare’s wrestling team defeated Charlotte 39-26 at the Mount Pleasant team tournament on Dec. 14.For Clare, Devin Wheeler (126) lost 17-11 to Lane Moore; the Pioneers forfeited at 132 to Isaiah Keith; Dalton Kruskamp fell to Daniel Rodriguez (138) on a pin in 1;43; Bryson Hernandez (144) pinned Carter Moore Read More…
Don David Papesh went to celebrate Christmas with his Lord and Savior on December 21, 2024. He was born on March 17, 1950 to Andrew and Jo Maxine (Seibt) Papesh. He graduated from Clare High School in 1968 where he met Dorothy Hess. On September 20, 1968, Don and Dorothy were united in marriage and Read More…
Richard “Dick” G. Ellis III, age 79 of Clare, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, December 19, 2024 at home. Dick was born the son of Richard Ellis II and Muriel Engelston on August 31, 1945 in Oswego, NY. He served in the Vietnam War in the 1st Battalion, 9th Marines; the unit was nicknamed “The Walking Read More…
NOVEMBER 23, 1943 – DECEMBER 22, 2024Janet Marie “Jan” Taylor age 81 of Harrison, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, December 22, 2024. Janet was born the daughter of Edward Joseph and Ida Carrie (Clark) Menke on Tuesday, November 23, 1943 in Lansing, Michigan. Jan graduated from Webberville High School in Read More…
Thomas Joseph Gibbs, age 85 of Clare, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 23, 2024 at the Horizon Senior Living Center of Clare. On March 10, 1939, Tom was born the son of Helen (Brick) Gibbs in Detroit, MI. He was united in marriage to Diane Jennings on March 14, 1969 in Clawson, MI. From Read More…
It’s time for my annual list of resolutions for the coming year.I am really good at making lists and resolutions.I make lists for just about everything. It used to be because I like doing it. These days it’s because I can’t remember anything anymore!Without a list, I would be lost, and so would Jack. One Read More…
I’m frustrated! Many times, I have heard pastors talking about how great the Christian life is, the importance of living a moral life, the importance of giving and committing one’s life to Jesus and the Church. They and others share stories and experiences of living with Jesus. They talk about Jesus forgiving sin and being Read More…
By Pat MaurerCorrespondent Allen Leroy Sprague, the Isabella County man found guilty of hitting and killing a dirt biker and attempting to kill a second rider more than a year ago, has been has been sentenced to spend 35 to 55 years in prisonLast month he was found guilty in a jury trial of all Read More…