More than a dozen people gathered Saturday in Centreville for a low-key observance of the 20th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. The public observance was put together by village resident Marlene Hagerman. She said the veterans’ memorial on the courthouse lawn was an ideal location and served as a stoic backdrop for the 15 participants. Simplistic in its …

Oct. 1 is the deadline for application to the Constantine Competitive Grant. The grant supports charitable, and educational programs and projects in the Constantine area. Grants are offered through a branch of the Sturgis Area Community Foundation. Applications can be submitted online at: sturgisfoundation.org.

Kalamazoo County officials have announced that a Schoolcraft man was sentenced to at least 30 years in prison for producing child pornography. After pleading guilty earlier this year, Ryan Ahren was sentenced last week on one count of felony production and attempted production of child pornography. Three charges were dismissed in exchange for a guilty plea. Authorities said Ahren used …

I wish all my Jewish friends a joyous Yom Kippur. It begins this evening at sundown. The 36th Annual Walk for Warmth will be held this Saturday, September 18, beginning at high noon. The walk takes place at the St. Joseph County Courthouse gazebo, located at 125 West Main Street, in downtown Centreville. This walk raises money for utility assistance …

Glennis Alene Umlor, age 79, died on Wednesday, September 8, 2021. In accordance with family wishes, she has been cremated. No public services will be held. Arrangements by Hohner Funeral Home.

Pamela Sue Hudson, age 73, a lifelong Sturgis resident, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021 at Sturgis Hospital. She was born June 20, 1948 in Sturgis, a daughter to the late Spencer and Elizabeth (Pickels) Butz. Pamela had worked for various factories in the area including Paramount, Mastercraft, and Viking. She enjoyed crocheting and traveling. Surviving are 4 children: Paul …

Glen Oaks Community College Board of Trustees have approved a three-year contract with Glen Oaks Support Services Employees. Clarice Green, GOSSE president, said she has a number of issues with the contract but GOSSE members approved it by a slim margin, nonetheless. President David Devier said the agreement allows for a percentage wage increase annually: 4 percent the first year, …

St. Joseph County sheriff’s deputies are investigating the theft of a 4-wheeler from a location in Mottville Township. Sheriff Mark Lillywhite said the incident occurred at an undisclosed time in the 69000 block of Blue School Road. The 4-wheeler in question is a Polaris brand quad, red in color with a black cargo rack.

A three-week investigation into thefts from motor vehicles in the area of Lake Templene concluded with an arrest. Sheriff Mark Lillywhite said deputies started fielding reports from the Lake Templene area Aug. 24. Most centered on thefts from vehicles and garages in Nottawa Township. A suspect was ultimately arrested in Kalamazoo County. Agencies participating in the investigation were Sturgis Police …

Nicki Lou Adams, age 70, of Constantine, passed away on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at her home. She was born February 28, 1951 in Memphis, Tenn., the daughter of Bobby and Nancy (Shivley) Tomlinson. Nicki attended Three Rivers Community Schools until 11th grade before completing her senior year at Warsaw Community High School in Warsaw, Ind., graduating in 1969. She …