Albion Recorder & Morning Star News

Third suspect arraigned in Anthony Owens murder case

By KATHRYN PALON Contributing Writer Jackson County Prosecuting Attorney Kelsey A. Guernsey said Dion Jamel Flowers Jr. was arraigned March 9, before District Court Magistrate Jake Dickerson on charges of open murder, three counts of assault with intent to murder and felony firearm. Flowers is charged as a fourth-offense habitual offender. The maximum possible penalty Read More…

Albion Recorder & Morning Star News

Albion Town Hall Maps Out Busy Season of Street Reconstruction

By Maggie LaNoue Contributing Writer Residents filled the meeting room at Marshall Opportunity High School on March 5 for a Town Hall meeting that outlined four major street projects, utility upgrades, and expected detours across Albion during the coming construction season. Several engineers from Wightman joined city officials to explain schedules, grant funding, and what Read More…

Albion Recorder & Morning Star News

Albion Public Works Update Brings Practical Answers — and Some Humor

By Maggie LaNoue Questions about roads and underground utilities took up much of Albion’s March 5 Town Hall meeting, but one of the liveliest portions of the evening came when local officials turned to everyday concerns residents notice first: leaves, water bills, potholes, and neighborhood cleanup. After engineers from Wightman finished outlining major infrastructure projects, Read More…

Albion Recorder & Morning Star News

Four arrested, two sought in Hanover Horton armed robbery

By KATHRYN PALON Contributing Writer Four suspects have been arrested in connection with a Feb. 24 armed robbery in Hanover Horton, and authorities are asking for the public’s help in locating two others who remain at large, the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office said. Those arrested include Camerin Hudson, who was taken into custody at a Read More…

Commercial-News, Penny Saver, & Sturgis Sentinel Sports

Colon wins first-ever boys’ basketball regional title

By Robert TomlinsonNews Director MARCELLUS — Fans of the Colon Magi could feel that history was happening with every shot taken in the last few minutes of Thursday night’s MHSAA Division 4 boys’ basketball regional finals game against Battle Creek St. Philip.With nearly every shot attempt by the Magi, every bucket, every near-miss down the Read More…

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Colon boys eliminated in close state quarterfinals match by Concord

By Robert TomlinsonNews Director PORTAGE — It has been a historic year for Colon’s boys’ basketball team, reaching the state rounds for the first-time ever as a program.However, it came to an end in Portage Tuesday night, as the Magi lost a close 49-41 contest to ninth-ranked Concord in the MHSAA Division 4 state quarterfinals Read More…

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‘An experience that you don’t ever want to live’ Three Rivers devastated by weekend tornado

By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — A severe storm that produced a strong tornado swept through Three Rivers Friday night, causing severe damage to multiple houses and businesses.Three Rivers, Fabius Township, and areas east and northeast of Three Rivers were hit by the tornado, which was classified by the National Weather Service as an Read More…

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‘Art Around Town’ auction underway Entry period for new selections opens April 1

Sturgis DDA is auctioning works from 2025 “Art Around Town.”The auction is part of “Winter Wine Down,” which takes place 5:30-9 p.m. March 20.Online bidding is accessible at bit.ly/40QLrDM. Artwork also is displayed at Open Door Gallery.“Winter Wine Down” features sampling opportunities and special deals within the social district, plus live music at participating businesses.Continuing Read More…

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Sturgis happenings

MARCHMarch 16Sturgis Public Schools Board of Education meeting, 5:30 p.m., Sturgis Central Commons.March 17St. Joseph County Commission meeting, 5 p.m., historic courthouse, third floor. Some exceptions to schedule may apply. Eastwood fourth grade group A concert, 7 p.m., Sturges-Young Center for the Arts.March 18Eastwood fourth grade group B concert, 7 p.m., Sturges-Young Center for the Arts.March 20“Art Around Town” Read More…