St. Joseph County Intermediate School District Superintendent Teresa Belote recently won a notable prize as part of a random drawing. A pool of more than 200 names were in a so-called “impact drawing” conducted by Michigan Association of Superintendents and Administrators. MASA Impact uplifts Michigan communities by supporting school leaders in initiatives that make a difference. Thanks to the win, …

St. Joseph County Diaper Bank has announced the dates of its upcoming distribution cycle. Stephanie Zann, Great Start Collaborative coordinator, said the 2025 Diaper Bank Grant has taken a cut for the current fiscal year and, as a result, there will be a reduction in the number of events offered. Distributions are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 12, March …

Three area varsity football teams advanced toward a state championship following victories last weekend. The next step for Mendon, Constantine and Schoolcraft will be taken this weekend. In 8-man, Division 1 action, Mendon, 10-1, hosted Martin High School last weekend and claimed a 26-22 win. The Hornets are one win away from playing for a state title but first must …

Sue A. Holsinger, age 83, of Holland, formerly of Sturgis, passed away Wednesday, November 13, 2024. Sue was born in Sturgis June 20, 1941 to Clarence and Gwendolyn (Taylor) Jesse and was a lifelong resident of the area, moving to Holland with her husband Carl in 2010. A graduate of Sturgis High School in 1960, she worked in the area …

Glenna Lou (Carlin) Happel, age 99, of Centreville, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 10, 2024, at her home. She was born on March 27, 1925 in White Pigeon to Cecil Glenn and Nora LaBeaulah (Barnhart) Carlin. Glenna graduated from Centreville High School in 1943 and was the last survivor from her class. She worked at the Courthouse on the …

St. Joseph County Prosecutor David Marvin has released the name of the suspect of a two-car crash that killed a Constantine couple. Marvin said Rayheim Rajaai Robinson, a 22-year-old White Pigeon resident, faces two counts of reckless driving causing death and driving on a suspended license causing death, related to an incident in Florence Township. Authorities were called at 9:30 …

Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy has been honored with the 2024 “Governors Service Award.” The agency’s “Privateers,” its “Wednesday Warriors” and its “Seed Collectors and Pluggers” have been honored with the 2024 Governors Service Award in the “Community Impact” category. Program volunteers have been instrumental in protecting and restoring habitat across southwest Michigan, according to Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy officials. In …

Burr Oak Grange and Burr Oak Township Library 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 Burr Oak Township Library and decorate the tree by adding hats, mittens and scarves for kids and adults. In addition to local …

Nancy J. Penn, age 70, of Colon, passed away at her home on Wednesday, November 13, 2024. Nancy was born on August 11, 1954, in Colon, a daughter to the late Mervel and Lilly (Murphy) Delp. Nancy was a graduate of Colon High School and lived a majority of her life there. Nancy is survived by her son Hodgie Thulin …

Scott Alan Taylor, age 69, of Hubert, NC went to be with the Lord on November 2nd, 2024 after a long battle with cancer. He passed peacefully. Scott was born in Niles to Lamar Dean Taylor and Susan Ann (Kirtland) Taylor. In 1995 he married the love of his life, Evelyn Gilchrist, in Sturgis. They moved to Reno, NV, before …