Maynard H. Rumsey, age 97, of Three Rivers, passed away at Birch Meadows Senior Care on Thursday, January 9, 2025. He was born in Three Rivers on January 25, 1927, the son of Harley and Faye (Avery) Rumsey. Maynard was inducted into the U.S. Army during March 1945. Following basic training, he was sent to Read More…
George Carlin was a comedian, who at times was someone you wouldn’t want to take your mother to see. Other times he made a lot of sense. Here are some of his more famous quotes:
By Dennis Volkert Installation of archways for “Electric Alley” was completed last week in downtown Sturgis.It’s another feature of the “Electric City” lighting project, which got underway in 2024.Miller Signs provided the signage unit.Ericka Kruszka, from the city’s community development division, provided a brief update of additional aspects of the initiative.Electric hook-up in the food Read More…
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director CENTREVILLE — The case against a Vicksburg man accused of killing a 10-year-old on Banker Street with his vehicle is now heading to Circuit Court.On Tuesday, Logan Thomas waived a preliminary hearing in St. Joseph County 3B District Court, which means the case against him is bound over to St. Joseph Read More…
The city of Sturgis is accepting permit applications for the keeping of chickens on residential property. Applications are available at city hall, 130 N. Nottawa St., in the community development department. Submitting an application does not guarantee approval. Each property must meet all requirements of the city’s ordinance to qualify. Residents who have kept chickens prior to obtaining Read More…
“Winter Blues” takes place 5:30-9 p.m. today in downtown Sturgis. The event opens the 2025 festival season. The series is presented by Downtown Development Authority. Tentative lineup of music performers, listed alphabetically by host business:Ascend Computer: Rhonda HarperB&D Travel: Mike & BobDesigns by Vogt’s: Delbert & CateEl Taco Loco: (TBA)Fiebig Jewelers: Marjorie Beryl ShelitoGina’s Healing Hands Day Read More…
By John RaffelCorrespondent CLARE — Clare’s bowling team picked up a 21-9 win over Harrison on Wednesday in Jack Pine Bowling Conference action.Clare had baker games of 78 and 144 for 222 total and had four total team points. The other 17 points came from the regular games in which Clare’s team totals were 653 Read More…
Robert Alton “Bob” David, age 77, of Clare, passed away at his home on January 1, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was born the son of Alton and Elnora (Kleiner) David on Feb. 21, 1947, in Gladwin, Michigan. After high school, Bob served his country as a US Navy Corpsman assigned to the US Read More…
Philip D. Cooper, age 84 of Clare, went to be with his Lord. He passed away at his home on Thursday, January 9, 2025 surrounded by his family. Philip was born 1 of 12 children to John and Leona (Foster) Cooper on December 6, 1940 in Avondale, Michigan. He was united in marriage to his Read More…
Walter “Bill” William Gamble, age 80, passed away on Friday, January 10, 2025, at Sarasota Memorial Hospital-Venice Campus in North Venice, FL.Funeral Services for Bill will be held at Brown Corners Church, 5540 South Clare Avenue, Clare, Michigan 48617, on Saturday, January 18, 2025, at 1 p.m. with Pastor Connie Bongard officiating. The family will Read More…