Sturgis Department of Public Safety


No injuries in house fire on Maple Street in Sturgis, investigation of cause continues

No injuries in house fire on Maple Street in Sturgis, investigation of cause continues

Dennis Volkert Feb 5, 2026 1 min read

Sturgis Department of Public Safety’s fire division is investigating cause of a blaze Feb. 4 at a home at 229 N. Maple St.  Upon arrival, around 5 p.m., flames and smoke were visible from second-story windows on the north and…

Sturgis Fire Department union agreement ratified

Sturgis Fire Department union agreement ratified

Dennis Volkert Aug 29, 2025 1 min read

Sturgis City Commission held a closed session Aug. 27 to discuss union negotiations in connection with the city’s fire department. Commissioners ratified the contract as presented.  City manager Andrew Kuk said the agreement is “fair and mutually beneficial.” “We were…

One person injured in 3-vehicle crash in Sturgis

One person injured in 3-vehicle crash in Sturgis

Dennis Volkert Sep 11, 2024 1 min read

A multi-vehicle crash resulted in injury Tuesday in Sturgis. Sturgis Department of Public Safety was dispatched to Chicago Road and Michigan Avenue.  Rescue personnel determined a 19-year-old man had fallen asleep at the wheel. That vehicle crossed the center line,…