“Life is short, and it is up to you to make it sweet.” -Sarah Louise DelaneyThe Animal Rescue Fund (ARF), would like to invite all pet owners to their Annual “Pet Pictures with Santa” fundraiser this coming Saturday, Nov. 22. TSC, located just north of the intersection of US-131 and West Michigan Avenue, in Three Read More…
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 approval, it will use the school district’s revolving fund and extend the current rate of Read More…
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 can go into effect. According to Will Prichard, community development director, the property at 406 W. Read More…
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. Third District Commissioner Rusty Baker and Fifth District Commissioner Christina Yunker were the two dissenting Read More…
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 participating downtown businesses and a window storybook stroll that begins at the Three Rivers Public Read More…
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 they found heavy fire on the main floor of a house with heavy smoke coming Read More…
By John RaffelCorrespondent HARRISON — Sam Hopkins had a strong senior season for Harrison volleyball to wrap up her career in that sport.It was her second varsity season.“I think I personally transitioned well last year,” Hopkins said. “Our new coach I’m very happy with.”Hopkins was a libero and specialized in passing.“You have to stay calm, Read More…
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 long-standing Michigan tradition that’s been around since the 1900s. Where hunters bring their slain deer Read More…
Finally, after thirty years of teaching and twenty-five years in counseling, I am retiring. My family and I have been very blessed, beyond my wildest imagination. It is true that “Eye has not seen, nor ear heard what God has prepared for those who love him.” I have mixed feelings about retirement. One part of Read More…
