Marty Ray McWatters, age 53, of Three Rivers, passed away at his home on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2019. He was born on Nov. 22, 1966 in Three Rivers, the son of Marvin and Donna (Perry) McWatters. Marty enjoyed people, camping, kayaking, working on engines and cars. He was an avid listener of all music. He was greatly loved and will …

St. Joseph County Substance Abuse Task Force is preparing to launch its 2020 Meth Campaign. The annual campaign will focus on recovery, hope and community healing, and conclude with the annual “Voices of Hope and Recovery” program. Task force members will begin a public-awareness effort through a series of emails, Facebook posts, radio interviews and by display messages on St. …

Sheriff’s deputies were called last week to a two-vehicle accident in Mendon Township. The incident occurred shortly before 9 a.m. Wednesday at the intersection of M-60 and M-66. Upon arrival, deputies located Colon resident Oscar Starks, who was trapped inside his pickup. With the assistance of Colon Fire personnel, a sheriff’s deputy was able to free Starks from the vehicle. …

State police troopers are investigating a breaking-and-entering situation that occurred last week in White Pigeon Township. Officials said the incident happened at Fantom Motorsports, on Dickenson Road. Several remote-controlled cars, remote controllers and other accessories were taken. Authorities said the suspects also stole a Canon digital camera and numerous checks from the business. The checks have Fantom Motorsports stamped on …

Last week, I sort of left you hanging when I wrote about LED lights. I’m not talking about those lights usually found on the newer cars. I’m referring to those lights you might use in your home. I would like to share something about the lifespan of LEDs. The useful life of LEDs is defined differently than for other lighting …

Multiple trailers and motor homes were broken in to in a storage lot at Kline’s Resort in Mendon Township last week. State police said the break-ins and theft of items occurred Wednesday or Thursday. Authorities said televisions, DVD players and blankets were among the items reported stolen.

Richard Veloz, age 79, of Three Rivers, died on Saturday, December 14, 2019 at Ascension Borgess Hospital in Kalamazoo. He was born July 19, 1940 , in Austin, TX a son of Isaac and Sophia (Ramirez) Veloz. Dick graduated from Elkhart Central High School in 1958. On April 13, 1996 Dick married Barbara Enyart Wilson in Elkhart. Dick owned the …

Samuel Spicer, age 66, of Mendon, passed away Thursday evening, Dec. 12, 2019, at his home. He was born Oct. 20, 1953, in Hyden, Ky., a son of the late Doc and Lizzie (Smith) Spicer. Sam resided in Mendon since 1980. On March 22, 1975, he married Mary Warmack in Centreville,. Sam was a talented welder and machinist by trade …

Steven Robert Clock, age 44, of Three Rivers, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, December 12, 2019. He was born on April 12, 1975 in Midland, Michigan the son of Steven Clock, Sr. and Linda (Sonnabend) Miller. Steven was known for his love of all things challenging, if anything became too simple or easy, he lost interest. He loved to fix …

A Wisconsin-based fast-food chain will be opening a store in Three Rivers next year. Construction on Culver’s started last month after passing through appropriate city channels in September and October. The eatery is expected to open in May or June. The new Culver’s is being built on the west side of U.S. 131, between the Oasis restaurant and Victory Lube. …