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A local, not-for-profit group is expected to receive a $15,000 boost from St. Joseph County next week. Rooted of St. Joseph County is in the final stages of a $500,000 fundraiser to build a safe house in Centreville. The county’s contribution would be matched by the Fibre Converters Foundation. Details of the fundraiser were provided by Rooted founder Tiffany Wagler …

The Three Rivers Downtown Development Authority recognized an outgoing member during its Feb. 6 meeting. Chairman Andrew George was honored for his eight years on the DDA board. George announced in August he would not seek a new term to the board, making last week’s meeting his final as a member. George, who spent seven of his eight years as …

Sturgis municipal officials said a snow-removal emergency remains in effect. As a result, parking is prohibited on all city streets and will remain in effect until streets have been cleared of snow between two successive street intersections. The owner of any vehicle parked in violation is subject to a citation of $50.

Bronson Community School District is planning to ask its registered voters whether to support a $32.3 million bond proposal later this year. Board of Education members last month passed a resolution to ask their voters whether to approve a request to levy 4.98 mills for 25 years on property in the school district. The request is to be fielded by …

Fabius Township-based Camp Eberhart has announced new group-fitness classes it is hosting. Classes vary during the week but include “Melt,” which takes place 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Mondays and Wednesdays. “Melt” is a gentle, self-care technique that enhances mobility, stability and performance. “Core Fusion,” a combination of MELT, Pilates and gentle yoga, is offered 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesdays and …

Thurston Woods presents its February “Community Event Series” next week: “Union City and the Underground Railroad.” Sponsored by Sturgis Bank, the program starts at 6 p.m. Feb. 20 at 307 N. Franks Ave., in Sturgis. The session will focus on Union City’s pivotal role in the Underground Railroad and its broader connection to the Abolitionist movement in the United States. …

An Arkansas man was injured following a one-vehicle crash earlier this week in Cass County’s Calvin Township. Sheriff’s deputies responded around 5:30 a.m. Monday to a location on Calvin Center Road, south of Calvin Hill Street. Investigators said 34-year-old Humberto Navaro, of Jacksonville, Ark., was driving north on Calvin Center Road when he lost control of his vehicle. Authorities said …

An agreement with six different St. Joseph County unions appears imminent. County administrator Teresa Cupp provided an update on the situation during Tuesday’s executive committee meeting. She said the county and the six unions – which represent about 60 people in all – have ratified the tentative agreements and the only action necessary is board of commissioners approval next week. …

Four people will likely be recommended to three different county panels next week. St. Joseph County Board of Commissioners discussed the potential appointments during their executive committee meeting Tuesday. Stephen Wolf is being recommended for the newly established Materials Management Planning Committee. Meanwhile, Fabius Township resident Eric Shafer is set to be re-appointed to the county’s Board of Public Works. …

Coldwater Police officers arrested two people over the weekend stemming from an issue related to the discharge of pepper spray. According to authorities, officers were summoned at 11 p.m. Saturday to a location on South Monroe Street after fielding a report of pepper spray used on subjects who were not identified. The two people arrested are charged with aggravated assault. …