Consumers Energy plans to install about 700 solar panels covering 1.5 acres at its natural gas compression station on “A” Road in White Pigeon Township. Company officials said the goal is to save on power cost. The White Pigeon compressor station is one of eight in the Consumers Energy system that helps to transport natural gas throughout the state. Indiana-Michigan Power now …

A pair of St. Joseph County Intermediate School District Board of Education members were sworn into office and board officers appointed last month. Elizabeth O’Dell will remain as board president for 2021-22. She also was sworn in to a six-year term ending in June 2027. Meanwhile, Trustee Patricia Keller was sworn in to a four-year term ending in June 2025. …

Dale LeRoy Cowham, age 87, of Marcellus, passed away Thursday, August 12, 2021 in the comfort of his home with family by his side. Dale was born in Three Rivers on January 30, 1934, the son of Leon Phillip Cowham and Amelia Beatrice (Curtis) Cowham. On July 11, 1970, in Lawrence, Michigan he married Regina Gail Greene, who preceded him …

Robin Lynn (Arnold) Groff passed away unexpectedly at her home in Sturgis, on Sunday, August 8, 2021 at the age of 59 (but to her she was forever 29 and holding). While Robin’s family and friends deeply grieve her loss, they know she is now experiencing a peace and joy like no other and they are choosing to remember her …

New coronavirus cases rose 57 percent in Michigan in the week ending Aug. 8. In all, 7,495 cases were reported statewide. St. Joseph County reported 46 cases and one death in the latest week. A week earlier, it had reported 39 cases and one death. Throughout the pandemic, it has confirmed 6,373 cases and 104 deaths. St. Joseph County’s vaccination rate is …

St. Joseph County Association of Realtors has named Jennifer Koski as its 2021 “Realtor of the Year.” The award is given in recognition of outstanding commitment and service to the community and the real estate industry. Award-winners are chosen by their peers and recognized both locally and at the state level by the Michigan Realtors. Nominees are evaluated on their …

Ronald A. Carnell, age 71, of Colon, passed away Tuesday, August 10, 2021 at his home surrounded by his family. Ron was born on January 24, 1950, in Battle Creek, a son of the late Bud and Betty (Lowe) Carnell. Ron grew up in Battle Creek and graduated from Battle Creek Central High School. Eventually Ron would move to California. …

Harry Walter Stevens, age 38, of Mottville, died on Sunday, August 8, 2021 and was born on March 23, 1983. Survived by his Mother Elizabeth (Lisa) Stevens, 3 Sisters Rachael Bunnell, Angela Stowaway, and Hillary Lowery. 2 Brothers Johnnie Stevens and Tom Stevens. Niece Jessica Pelfrey and a Nephew Robert Bunnell. Preceded by His Father Robert Lee Stevens. Celebration of …

Mary E Maurer, age 60, of White Pigeon, died on Friday, August 6, 2021. Arrangements by Farrand Funeral Home.

The remains of a World War II pilot from Lansing who died in 1943 when the military aircraft he was flying crashed during combat over New Guinea have been laid to rest next to his parents. U.S. Army Air Force First Lt. Robert Parker’s remains were buried Monday at Deepdale Memorial Cemetery, with many of his nieces and nephews and …