The summer green scum is back in Michigan waters, signaling harmful algal blooms. Branch-Hillsdale-St. Joseph Health Agency Environmental Health Director Paul Andriacchi said nothing has been confirmed yet in the three-county district, but there is a nearby suspected site. Rain and hot weather may mean danger in area waters creating scum, foams, globs, mats and green sheens, possibly indicating harmful …

State police troopers are investigating a larceny incident reported earlier this week from a location in Fabius Township. Investigators responded Wednesday to the 15000 block of Gleason Road, where a camper had been broken into. The victim stated the incident occurred between July 5 and Wednesday. Items stolen included miscellaneous tools and camping supplies.

An Ohio man considered a suspect in the murder of a 17-year-old victim was arrested on the Indiana Toll Road. Indiana State Police troopers on Saturday were advised to be on the lookout for a man wanted for his role in the alleged crime. Around 10 a.m., troopers noticed a vehicle that matched the description shared by dispatchers. The westbound …

Ralph W. Payton, age 48, of Marcellus, passed away on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, at Rose Arbor Hospice in Kalamazoo. He was born July 28, 1975, a son to Eddie Payton and Linda Murray. Ralph resided in Morley, Michigan when he was a teen and graduated from Morley High School. He was in the United States Navy for 11 years, …

OKAY! ! Enough rain already!  I am “Echo”, a Catahoula leopard, female.  I am housetrained, I get along with other dogs.  I’m a little skittish at first with kids.  I love playing outside and going for long walks with the volunteers.  I am affectionate and I want your undivided attention, especially when you play with me and give me treats.  …

Three Rivers Police Chief Scott Boling said the identity of a body found last week has been released. Through the work of medical examiner officials at Western Michigan University, the deceased person was identified as Nicole Marie Wood. Her age was not indicated in a department media release. Officers responded shortly after 6 a.m. Friday to the 200 block of …

State police troopers are investigating the theft of several firearms from a residence in Branch County’s Union Township. Troopers were dispatched Sunday to a residence on Sid Road in response to the breaking-and-entering incident. It occurred between 5 and 6 p.m. Investigators said 11 firearms, including multiple rifles and shotguns, were stolen. The suspect is believed to be a white …

Fred Albert Burnett III, age 78, of Three Rivers, passed away Monday, July 15, 2024 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born November 19, 1945 in Detroit, the son of Fred and Shirley (Saccoman) Burnett Jr. He graduated from Southgate High School and went on to earn his Bachelors degree and later Masters degree from Western …

Lynn Eugene PeDue, age 79, of Sturgis, passed away Tuesday morning, July 16, 2024, at his home. He was born July 13, 1945, in La Porte, Indiana son of the late John and Bessie (Keltz) PeDue. Lynn resided in Sturgis since 1978 coming from White Pigeon. His early life was spent in Westville, Indiana where he graduated from Westville High …

Randy Loren Leonard, Sr., age 59, of Sturgis, passed away Sunday, July 14, 2024, at Promedica Coldwater Regional Hospital in Coldwater. He was born October 16, 1964 in Sturgis, son of the late Richard Lee and Joyce Marie (Briggs) Leonard. Randy resided in Bronson for the past two years, coming from Sturgis. His early life was lived in Nottawa and …