By Maggie LaNoue Contributing Writer Albion City Council met on Monday, Nov. 17, at the Marshall Opportunity High School Library, working through a mix of long-delayed administrative actions, new budget discussions, and recognitions that connected the city’s past to its future. The evening reflected a community honoring its history while preparing carefully for the coming Read More…
CENTREVILLE — The Bronson Vikings saw their season come to an end last Thursday evening in the regional finals, which were played in Centreville. Kalamazoo Christian knocked the Lady Vikings out of the running for a state title by the scores of 25-20, 25-18 and 26-24.Senior Aleah Brackett led the Vikes with 14 kills, and Read More…
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director PORTLAND, Mich. — The final seconds and the final play of Saturday’s MHSAA Division 4 regional championship game will be etched in the history books at Vicksburg High School forever.Down 41-36 to host Portland with just nine seconds to go in the game, with the ball on Portland’s 23-yard line, Vicksburg Read More…
“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…