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The mangled and twisted front entrance at Three Rivers Menards has become a symbolic image of the devastation caused by last week’s tornado in St. Joseph County. Officials of the Wisconsin-based home-improvement company said the building sustained significant damage and there is no timeline for when the location will reopen. Company spokesman Jef Abbott said it is likely the store …

Members of a goodwill organization, Samaritan’s Purse, are set up inside Riverside Church to help anyone needing assistance with cleanup. The international disaster-relief organization has committed to Three Rivers through at least Saturday. With guidance from experienced team leaders, its members will assist homeowners affected by Friday’s tornado by helping with content recovery, debris cleanup, roof tarping and tree work. …

Here’s a message for anyone who experienced car damage related to Friday’s tornado in Cass, St. Joseph and Branch counties. A car-seat technician for installation is available to anyone who thinks their child-safety seat was compromised as a result of possible vehicle damage. “Help Me Grow St. Joe” is available by phoning 269-283-0010.

St. Joseph County United Way is sponsoring a canned-food drive to benefit families impacted by Friday’s tornado. Agency director Kelly Hostetler said drop-off locations for non-expired, non-perishable food is at GreenMark location in Michigan or Indiana, Alpha Builders in Nottawa, and Nottawa Gas in Centreville. The closest GreenMark locations are on Heimbach Road at U.S. 131 near Three Rivers and …

Three Rivers – Friday, March 6, 2026 Rating: EF2 Estimated Peak Wind: 130 mph Path Length /statute/: 10.75 miles Path Width /maximum/: 450 yards Fatalities: 0 Injuries: 10   Start Date: 03/06/2026 Start Time: 03:49 PM EST Start Location: 3 SW Three Rivers / St. Joseph County / MI Start Lat/Lon: 41.9243 / -85.6774 End Date: 03/09/2026 End Time: 04:07 …

Three Rivers Police Department first responders have shifted their efforts from search and rescue to restoration and cleanup. Municipal leaders said the city’s compost site is open for dropping off tree limbs and brush. Meanwhile, the city has set up industrial-sized Dumpsters throughout town for the benefit of residents who are in need of a disposal option. Dumpsters provided by …

St. Joseph County United Way is appealing to the public for monetary donations to help with recovery efforts associated with last week’s tornado. Agency officials said a PayPal link is available as well as a QR code for a safe and easy way to donate. Donations have helped the United Way purchase and provide bottled water, toiletries, bleach, hair ties, …

Indiana Michigan Power issued a media release late Sunday, providing an update on its power-restoration efforts. Company officials said they originally thought full restoration to Three Rivers and the surrounding area would be in effect by 4 p.m. Sunday. Crews, however, faced complications centering on not able to gain access to key locations due to downed trees or other obstructions. …

Cass County Sheriff Clint Roach is urging homeowners to use caution in order to avoid getting scammed. In light of last week’s tornado damage, Roach suggested being wary of unfamiliar companies or contractors; watching out for individuals who are pushy, demand money upfront or insist on giving an immediate quote for repairs; referring all contractors to the company representing your …

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has declared states of emergency in Cass, St. Joseph and Branch counties stemming from Friday’s tornado activity. Whitmer Sunday morning surveyed portions of the three counties from overhead. Accompanied by Michigan State Police, Whitmer was provided a closer look at the destruction caused by what is now being identified as at least four tornadoes that caused extensive …