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Officials from the Three Rivers Promise announced a milestone has been reached. The fund recently surpassed the $1 million mark in its community-driven fundraising campaign. The achievement marks a major step toward the program’s initial goal of building a self-sustaining endowment to support the future of Three Rivers High School graduates, according to Three Rivers Promise board member Tom Lowry. …

Three matters of business await St. Joseph County Board of Commissioners this evening. The first centers on bid recommendations related to a jail-screening project, a proposed resolution to join the Michigan Liquid Asset Fund Plus and a resolution of support for Kalamazoo County Household Hazardous Waste Center’s effort to construct a new collection center. The meeting starts at 6 o’clock …

Three Rivers City Commission members will discuss an amendment to the county’s early voting site agreement during their meeting tonight. In 2023, the city went into contract with St. Joseph County to offer early voting services. In-person, early voting is required by law to be held at least eight hours per day for nine days prior to statewide and federal …

We have the broadcast of a non-conference varsity basketball game coming up tonight. The contest pits Three Rivers girls against Portage Northern High School. The Wildcats are 7-8 on the season and coming off a win versus Paw Paw last Friday. The 7-8 record does not include Monday night’s game at Lawton. Meanwhile, the Huskies are 4-12, not including the …

Constantine Parks and Recreation Board members are extending a public invitation to attend their annual meeting. It starts at 7 p.m. March 5 at village hall on White Pigeon Street. Questions about the event can be directed to Kassandra Hochstetler, at 435-2085.

Kalamazoo Nature Center is now selling tickets for its Maple Sugar Festival. Highlighted by a pancake breakfast, the one-day event will be held 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. March 7 at the North Westnedge Avenue property. Activities include a forest-canopy exhibit, creature feature presentations, bird feeding, a magic show and kids activities. The Maple Sugar Festival, the 61st staged by …

Here’s a reminder that Three Rivers Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting its annual “Ice Breaker” event coming up this weekend. The 24th Ice Breaker and silent auction fundraiser starts at 6 o’clock Saturday at Armstrong Recreation Hall. The first bidding table closes at 7 p.m. The public is invited to the $20-per-person event, which includes food and beverages. Tickets …

St. Joseph County United Way has issued a reminder related to its annual “Box Out Cancer” high school varsity basketball event and fundraiser. The 2026 contest takes place Friday at Sturgis High School, where a varsity basketball doubleheader against Three Rivers is scheduled. At 5:30, the Lady Trojans will tip-off against the Lady Wildcats. Then, at 7 o’clock, the boys …

Did You Know? — Cats can’t taste sweetness. They’re the only mammals that can’t. — Male cats are mostly left-pawed. — Most cats dislike citrus scents…they act as natural repellents. — Unlike humans, cats can safely drink seawater. — Cats instinctively hide when they are sick. — Cats stalk their owners just for fun. — Cats sometimes guard their owners …

St. Joseph County Road Commission officials have announced seasonal speed and weight restrictions are going into effect next week. Also known as “Frost Laws,” the seasonal restrictions start at 6 a.m. Monday. The restrictions are imposed on county roads, with the exception of all-weather routes. Weight restrictions call for a reduction in truckloads by 35 percent and speed to 35 …