THREE RIVERS — The Sturgis boys tennis team went to Three Rivers last week, and picked up an 8-0 victory over the Wildcats. At No. 1 singles, Simon Phillips beat Alex Nowak, 6-2, 6-1, while at second singles, Carter Oswald dropped Ebin Perkins, 6-1, 6-2. Brody Currier at No. 3 singles, knocked off Carter Fuller Read More…
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Volleyball Roundup TR swept by Vicksburg, makes finals at home invite, sweep St. Joe
THREE RIVERS — Three Rivers’ volleyball team had a down-and-up week, losing in a sweep to Vicksburg Thursday, Sept. 25, making it to the finals of their home invite Saturday, and sweeping St. Joseph at home Monday.Against Vicksburg, the Wildcats lost 17-25, 22-25, 17-25. London Hoffmaster led the team with eight kills to go along Read More…
Out and About: October fun, flowers, and snacks
“Courage is doing what you’re afraid to do. There is no courage unless you’re scared.” -Eddie RickenbacherThe month of October is the time when we can all enjoy the arrival and colors of Autumn. It’s probably the last opportunity we have to enjoy the outdoor festivals, before the chill of Winter.Saturday, Oct. 11, promises to Read More…
School food service employee charged with sexual assault of minors
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director MENDON — A woman who worked as a contractor in the food service department of a St. Joseph County school district was charged Monday on multiple counts of criminal sexual conduct involving minors.Kaitlyn Lee Sand, 28 of Three Rivers, was charged with two counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct with a Read More…
Chamber of Commerce dinner honors local businesses for accomplishments
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — An annual celebration of business and community in the Three Rivers area was held last week.The annual Three Rivers Area Chamber of Commerce dinner took place at the gymnasium of Immaculate Conception Catholic School Tuesday, Sept. 23. Featuring food catered from Russell’s M-40 Catering, the night was a Read More…
Sturgis couple purchases Kalamazoo State Theatre
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director KALAMAZOO — A historic theatre in Kalamazoo will soon get new life, thanks to a couple from Sturgis.In a press conference Tuesday, Sturgis natives Dan and Holly Carmichael announced that their company, Lead Balloon Productions, purchased the Kalamazoo State Theatre, announcing plans to “restore and preserve” the nearly 100-year-old venue.“When you Read More…
Road projects continue in SturgisStreet rehabilitation contract details approved
By Dennis Volkert Sturgis City Commission approved awarding a contract for the community’s 2025 street rehabilitation project to Rieth-Riley Construction Company of Kalamazoo.As part of the project, the board also approved additional funding to modify the treatment option for Cornelia Street, West Electric and South Electric, and to add Mortimer Avenue to the list of Read More…
Man arrested at St. Joseph County courthouse for making ‘terrorist threats’
CENTREVILLE — A 64-year-old man from White Pigeon was arrested Friday after reportedly threatening government staff and employees at the St. Joseph County courthouse in Centreville.According to the St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Department, the suspect was taken into custody without incident, and was reportedly found to be possessing a firearm. He is currently lodged at Read More…
Jodie Scheid Honored with 2025 John E. Oster Award for Excellence in Teaching
Sturgis, MI—Sturgis Middle School teacher Jodie Scheid has been selected to receive the 2025 John E. Oster Award for Excellence in Teaching. Scheid’s nomination was submitted by her peers and then reviewed by an independent award committee made up of community members and Sturgis Public Schools leadership. She will be the 44th recipient of the Read More…
Stolen Jeep leads to multi-agency search, school closures
By Jordan WilcoxAssistant Publisher On Sunday, September 28th, at approximately 3:02 p.m., Kalamazoo County dispatchers received multiple reports of a red Jeep Wrangler driving erratically southbound on Oakland Drive. Witnesses observed the vehicle leaving the roadway and crashing into a tree near Oakland Drive and West VW Avenue.According to the Village of Schoolcraft Police Department, Read More…