Peggy Jean Schuler, age 71, of Sturgis, passed away early Wednesday evening, November 23, 2022 at Ascension Borgess Hospital in Kalamazoo. She was born November 26, 1950 in Sturgis, daughter of the late Francis and Pauline Elizabeth (Kennedy) Kane. Peggy resided in Sturgis most of her life. Her early life was lived in Burr Oak where she was a graduate …

Linda S Poplar, age 62, died on November 15, 2022. Arrangements by Farrand Funeral Home.

A 19-year-old woman was injured in a single-vehicle crash earlier this week in Cass County’s Porter Township. Sheriff Richard Behnke said deputies were dispatched around 11 p.m. Tuesday to the area of U.S. 12 and M-40 in response to a personal-injury crash. Investigators said Union resident Kylie Ross was traveling east on U.S. 12, where her vehicle crossed the centerline …

Glen Oaks Community College recently held a ceremony to celebrate a national observance honoring academically sound students who are first-generation college students. A Tri-Alpha induction ceremony was held in the Dresser Business Development Center. The chapter is an honorary society for first-generation college students who have a 3.2 grade-point average or higher and have completed at least 30 college credits. …

Starting the week of November 28th, Van Buren/Cass District Health Department will transition to appointment-only clinics for COVID-19 and flu vaccines. With the high demand for COVID-19 and seasonal flu vaccines, the agency will revert to appointment-only clinics starting Thursday, with walk-ins accommodated on a case-by-case basis and as time permits on specific clinic days. Appointments can be made online …

Potential qualification for a national free-throw-shooting contest will be offered in Three Rivers next month. The “Elks National Hoop Shoot” contest takes place at 12:30 p.m. Dec. 11 at Three Rivers High School gymnasium. Boys and girls who will be between the ages of 8 and 13 on or before April 1 are invited to participate. Participation is free and …

Here’s a reminder that tickets for a 50/50 cash raffle sponsored by the St. Joseph County United Way are now available. Cost is $5 per ticket or five for $20. Tickets can be purchased at Sturgis City Hall and the United Way office in Centreville. The winning ticket will be drawn at the Sturgis City Commission’s Dec. 14 meeting.

Richard William Walker, age 71, of Sturgis, passed away early Tuesday evening, November 22, 2022 at his home following a hard fought battle with cancer. He was born October 25, 1951 in Greenville, Michigan, son of the late Arthur C. and Faye J. (Snow) Walker. Richard resided in Sturgis since 1954 and was a graduate of Sturgis High School with …

Three Rivers Public Services Director Amy Roth has issued a media release regarding bricks from the old Three Rivers Hospital. Bricks from the ongoing demolition of the old hospital will be available on a first-come, first-served basis beginning at noon Monday. Excess bricks will be located in the two middle driveway openings along Millard Street. Roth asked that those who …

Century Bank and Trust in Three Rivers has announced details of its fourth annual Toy Box program. From noon to 3 p.m. Dec. 10, new toys and monetary donations, which will be used to purchase gifts for children and teens in need, will be collected at the bank parking lot, 1310 W. Broadway St. Bank officials also indicated they would …