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Severe weather is possible today with damaging wind and a few tornadoes possible. Make sure to have multiple ways to receive warning information and a way to be woken up by these notifications since this is at night.   (NWS)

The strike at the American Axle plant in Three Rivers may soon be over. According to CBS Detroit, the United Auto Workers and Dauch Corporation, which now owns the former American Axle facility, have reached a tentative agreement on a new four-year contract after a 10-day strike by nearly 1,000 workers. UAW Local 2093 Chairman Josh Jager says the proposed …

The suspect in a vehicle-versus-buggy crash has been arraigned. St. Joseph County court officials said 54-year-old Burr Oak resident David James Parshall was arraigned Monday before District Court Judge Jeff Middleton. Bond is set at $15,000 cash or surety. A pre-exam conference is scheduled for 8:30 a.m. June 23. The incident occurred shortly after 8 p.m. Friday on Maystead Road, …

The Salvation Army Great Lakes Division has announced a transition at its Sturgis location, which will allow the organization to continue providing essential support to individuals and families in St. Joseph County through a Salvation Army Service Center. As a Service Center, the Salvation Army’s location at 105 N. Fourth St. will continue operating a weekly food pantry, while discontinuing its hot-meal program and Sunday morning worship services. The last day of the hot-meal program will be …

Three Rivers American Legion is hosting a Flag Day observance this weekend. The event will feature an insightful presentation by the Three Rivers Elks, whose members will share details regarding the history of the U.S. flag. Participants are encouraged to bring worn or threadbare flags to be retired in accordance with proper protocols. The event starts at 1 p.m. Sunday.

“Meet Up and Eat Up” summer food programs have started across the county. The programs are: 11:30 to 12:30 Monday through Thursday in Burr Oak; 4:30 to 6 p.m. Thursdays at Centreville Elementary; 11 to 11:45 a.m. daily at Colon Jr./Sr. High; 7:45 to 8:30 a.m., and 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays at Constantine High School; …

A Three Rivers Health employee was recently recognized for heroic actions demonstrated during the March 6 tornado. Abigail Hostetler last week received the George A. Cooper Award during a ceremony hosted by the Camp Eberhart Alumni Association, an organization that recognizes heroism, service and lifesaving actions throughout the Michiana area. Hostetler became widely recognized in March after surveillance video from …

Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy has labeled its recent “Birdathon” fundraiser a success. The Land Larks team identified 122 bird species in a single day, a new team record. Their efforts contributed to a county-wide total of 188 species observed. Along the way, several team members spotted “life birds,” including Canada Warbler, Mourning Warbler and Semipalmated Sandpiper. The annual event raised …

Here’s a reminder about a first-of-its-kind event being staged next week in Three Rivers. “Rock the River,” a faith-based event targeting youth, features a full day of activities June 19 at Memory Isle Park. The 12-hour event starts at 10 a.m. and includes a number of attractions such as 9-square, gaga ball, spike ball, carpet ball, hoop shoot, corn hole, …

Investigators from the Sturgis Department of Public Safety are looking into a potential case of embezzlement. The matter was brought to light during last week’s Sturgis City Commission meeting. Former Doyle Center office manager Leslie Brooks spoke during public comment about an ongoing investigation at the city-owned facility. Brooks indicated the case centers on another former office manager at the …