By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — A former St. Joseph County prosecutor who had a high-profile drunk driving arrest four years ago was arrested in late October this year after another alleged drunk driving incident. John McDonough, who served as prosecutor from 2008-20 and is currently a member of the Three Rivers Community Schools Read More…
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — Two finalists were named last week for the position of executive director for the Three Rivers Downtown Development Authority.The DDA’s board selected Honor Flight Network National Program Director Bobbie Bradley and current DDA Administrative Assistant Angie Metty as its two finalists for the directorship, following interviews with four Read More…
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director STURGIS TWP. — A mother faces open murder charges after being arrested last week after her 2-year-old child was found unresponsive.According to the St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Department, the incident occurred at the Memory Lane Mobile Home Park in the 25000 block of U.S. 12 in Sturgis Township on Thursday, Nov. Read More…
By Dennis Volkert Frank Perez retained his position as mayor of Sturgis, Rick Bir was appointed vice mayor and three new members formally joined Sturgis City Commission on Wednesday, at the board’s annual organizational meeting.In the Nov. 5 election, Rodger Moyer and Dan Boring were chosen by voters in Precinct 2, Cathi Abbs in Precinct Read More…
By Mike WilcoxPublisher We know that the holidays, “the most wonderful time of the year,” can actually be a bummer for some.We know that lack of essential food and clothing, not being able to buy meaningful Christmas gifts for your children, and even struggling to afford a Christmas tree, are burdens faced by many area Read More…
RECURRINGChildren’s story time, 10 a.m. each Tuesday and Friday, Sturgis District Library.Sturgis Area Model Railroaders winter hours, 6-8 p.m. Tuesday and 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Sturgis Historical Museum at the Depot. NOVEMBERNov. 15“Chocolate in the City,” 5:30-8 p.m., downtown Sturgis.“The Wizard of Oz,” Sturgis Civic Players fall musical, 7 p.m., Sturges-Young Center for the Arts; Read More…
The Mid Michigan College Foundation recently hosted An Evening of Gratitude on the College’s Mt. Pleasant Campus.“This event brought together supporters and friends as we recognized the incredible impact our donors make,” said Alexa Carey, Executive Director of the Mid Foundation. “It was an evening filled with camaraderie as well as shared memories and hopes Read More…
There’s lots to see and do around the area.If you are in a holiday mood, local Veteran, Lecia Griffin will have her White House Christmas ornaments on display at the Clare Union Depot. You will have a chance to view these ornaments.If you are looking for unique gifts, please check out the local artists work Read More…
By Mike WilcoxPublisher We know that the holidays, “the most wonderful time of the year,” can actually be a bummer for some.We know that lack of essential food and clothing, not being able to buy meaningful Christmas gifts for your children, and even struggling to afford a Christmas tree, are burdens faced by many area Read More…
By John RaffelCorrespondent CLARE — it was a season Clare runners wont soon forget.Laura Leis, a sophomore, was 113th at the Division 3 state finals in 20 minutes 57.1 seconds.“There are many parts of cross country that I like,” Leis said. “I like the sense of accomplishment running gives me. I like how running has Read More…