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St. Joseph County United Way is nearing the end of its annual holiday promotion known as “Grinching Time.” Agency officials described “Grinching” as the act of eagerly giving to those in need. The focus is on low-income families, especially those with children who may not otherwise receive Christmas presents this year. United Way officials have set a goal of collecting …

A longtime tradition overseen by Michigan State Police returns this weekend. The annual “Stuff a Blue Goose” drive takes place Saturday outside Walmart stores in Three Rivers, Sturgis and Coldwater. The drive will feature troopers collecting non-perishable items and new toys for area families in need. The public is encouraged to participate by making a purchase during the eight-hour collection …

Three St. Joseph County communities are ushering in Christmas this weekend with holiday celebrations. Tonight, “Christmas in Colon” makes its annual return, while Constantine and Centreville host their traditional festivities Saturday. Over the course of a four-hour period starting at 5 o’clock tonight, Christmas in Colon will feature a variety of vendors throughout downtown, soups at Colon Grange, a community …

Department of Health and Human Services of St. Joseph and Cass counties is seeking any agency, church, organization or person willing to adopt a family for Christmas. Interested parties are asked to contact Darcy Borden, social service specialist, by phoning 269-303-4226.

A security agreement between Glen Oaks Community College and the St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Department has been implemented. A three-year contract was established earlier this year, resulting in the Centreville-area campus receiving security service from the sheriff’s department. The arrangement started Nov. 18. Capt. T.J. Baker will serve as campus safety director, overseeing weekday security operations. Baker said a greater …

YMCA Camp Eberhart is offering its latest, annual Christmas tree decoration. The limited-edition 2024 ornament is issued as a thank you to donors who contribute a gift of $100 or more. This year’s ornament features the talent of the camp’s photography program, which uses digital photography to teach campers how to capture special memories. Campers were able to take advantage …

The Three Rivers Area Chamber of Commerce annual Christmas party occurs in less than a week. The gathering will take place from 4 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 11 at its North Main Street location.  

A goodwill event organized by the Burr Oak Grange and Burr Oak Township Library is entering its homestretch. The two entities are partnering to assemble a mitten tree to benefit Burr Oak and Burr Oak-area children and adults. The promotion runs through Dec. 15. Potential participants are encouraged to stop by the Burr Oak Township Library and decorate the tree …

A 29-year-old Vicksburg man faces a trio of charges after the vehicle he was driving struck and killed a 10-year-old boy earlier this week in Sherman Township. The victim was identified as Anthony Miller of Sturgis. Logan Thomas was arraigned Tuesday before St. Joseph County District Court Judge Jeff Middleton. Thomas is charged with felony operating a motor vehicle while …

St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Department deputies and troopers from Michigan State Police successfully found an elderly woman who was reported missing last week in Burr Oak Township. According to a sheriff’s department media release, deputies responded around 1:30 a.m. Thursday to the 32000 block of Fawn River Road. Family members told authorities an 83-year-old woman had been reported missing. The …