Gertrude Elizabeth Phenicie, 100, of Constantine, peacefully passed away at Thurston Woods Village in Sturgis on Monday, August 11, 2014. Gertrude lived independently in the home she and her late husband, Walter, purchased 70 years ago until the last few months. Born in Ann Arbor on December 21, 1913, she is the daughter of Silas and Alma Emmons of Fort …

Last Tuesday, we all had the opportunity to vote on some propositions and several political candidates. To those candidates who won the Primary, congratulations. Remember that in November, we have the privilege of voting on a split ticket. St. Joseph County is primarily a Conservative county, but you’ll never know how many “closet Liberals” there really are. Whether you are …

  A Burr Oak woman charged with possession of child sexually abusive material and using a computer to commit a crime is set for sentencing Sept. 29 in District Court after reaching a plea agreement last week. Meadow Marie Woodman, 33, pled guilty to contributing to the delinquency of a minor. Initial charges were dropped as part of Thursday’s agreement. …

  An Edwardsburg man was treated for injuries he suffered as the result of a motorcycle accident over the weekend in Cass County. John Janasiak, 55, told sheriff’s officials he was eastbound on Marcellus Highway in Wayne Township around 11:20 a.m. Saturday when he failed to properly negotiate a curve near Glenwood Road. Janasiak drove off the roadway and lost …

  A state transportation grant has been awarded to the city of Sturgis to support expansion of a local factory, which will result in 40 jobs and a significant investment in the local economy. State Rep. Matt Lori said VCI Inc. recently moved into a vacant building on West Dresser Drive in Sturgis and will invest $1.6 million in new …

Kalamazoo police say a 14-year-old boy and an 11-year-old boy have been arrested in connection with a home invasion.   The boys were taken into custody Monday morning after police developed a lead.  Police say they found two stolen cell phones and a tablet in the boys’ possession. They also recovered a stolen laptop and purse along what they believe …

Lawrence “Larry” L. Mains, age 67, of Three Rivers passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, August 10, 2014. Larry was born in Three Rivers on September 10, 1946 the son of Charles Edward and Irene Madeline(Warner)Mains. Larry was a lifetime resident of Three Rivers. Larry owned and operated with his late wife, Mary, “Mains …

Louis W. Underly, age 89, of Marcellus, MI passed away Sunday, August 10, 2014 at home. He was born September 22, 1924 in South Bend, IN the son of Louis William and Bessie (Sears) Underly. On October 30, 1942 he married Marguerite Ference who preceded him in death in September 2012. He served three years with the United State Navy …

James Howard Comadoll, age 60, of Three Rivers passed away on Friday, August 8, 2014 at Spectrum Butterworth Hospital. He was born on October 10, 1953 in Three Rivers, MI the son of Howard and Jean E. (Weiandt)Comadoll. James was preceded in death by his father, Howard Comadoll and one brother, Robert W. Comadoll. He leaves to cherish his loving …

  Hi. My name is Cookie and I am a black female kitten, about 12 weeks old. I have spent most of my childhood at Animal Control. All my brothers and sisters have been adopted and I am very lonely. I like being with people and would surely love to have a home with you. Please visit me and see …