Weldon “Butch” Herbert Fales, age 73, of Colon, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Thursday, January 22, 2026. Born on September 22, 1952 in Battle Creek, he was the son of the late Willard H. and Nora Jean (Morrison) Fales. Weldon served honorably in the United States Army and dedicated his life to construction, where his talent shone through …

Kissing Facts You Might Not Know — Kissing releases dopomine, making that first kiss feel addictive. — A long kiss can actually sync your heartbeats. — Love isn’t just emotional – it’s physical. — People remember their first kiss more vividly than most major memories. — Kissing boosts your mood and naturally reduces stress. — Kissing strengthens emotional bonding between …

There is a water main break near Constantine High School.  Until further notice, residents are advised to use bottled water, or to boil their tap water before drinking it or using it for cooking. Samples will be taken and tested for bacterial contamination. EGLE has been notified, and residents will be informed when the water has been deemed safe for …

John Plantinga, age 81, of Cassopolis, passed away on Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born November 9, 1944 in Barradeel, Netherlands, the son of Pieter and Jacoba (Kloosterman) Plantinga. John worked for Allis-Chalmers and then as a drywaller as part of Union 460, as well as running his own drywall business …

Gregory (Greg) Leonard, age 56, of Constantine, died on Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at his home. Gregory was born June 26th, 1969 in Dowagiac. He was the son of Frederick and Charlotte (Johns) Leonard. Greg is survived by his 2 children Andrew [Heather) LaRocco and Tristan McGehee. He was also part of Kaitlyn (Andy) Morris and Travis (Ashley ) McGehee …

Our father, William John Roberts, Jr., known to most as “Buck” Roberts, went to be with our Lord and Savior early Sunday morning, January 18, 2026. He died after a long, healthy, and happy life, and a brief illness. He was 92 years old. He is survived by his wife of over 71 years, Edith Marlene (Hilbert) Roberts, known to …

Charles Owen Kirk, age 78, of Three Rivers, passed away Saturday, January 17, 2026, He was born on November 3, 1947 in Vandalia, the son of Donald N. and Katherine M. (Woodhams) Kirk. Chuck grew up in Vandalia, where he spent his early years surrounded by family and friends and developed the strong values that guided him throughout his life. …

Jack C. Boughton, age 81, of Sturgis, passed away at his home on Tuesday, November 18, 2025. He was born October 10, 1944 in Sturgis, the son of the late Charles E. and Violet A. (Robbins) Boughton. Jack was a lifelong Sturgis resident and a proud graduate of Sturgis High School, Class of 1962. He continued his education at Glen …

Joyleen M. (Snyder) VanDeventer, age 83, of Colon, passed away Saturday afternoon, November 22, 2025, at her home surrounded by her family. She was born January 17, 1942 in East Chicago, Indiana, a daughter of the late Glow E. and P. Lorraine (Dunk) Snyder. Joyleen had made her home in Colon since 1956 and was a proud graduate of Colon …

Year 2026. East Michigan Avenue continues on to Wood Street. Many remember the old Three Rivers High School building and crossing at the corner of Middle St. to stop for an ice cream cone at # 235 E. Michigan at Parkside. In the 1980’s it became Scotty’s Tastee Twirl with owner John Climmons. He with his wife, Henrietta, also operated …