Vicksburg Community School District, which extends into northern St. Joseph County, is asking voters to pass a $64.1 million bond. If approved, the bond would levy 3.83 mills in 2026. The millage rate would be replacing mills that are expiring, so voters would not see a net increase in their tax rate, according to assistant superintendent Steve Goss. Goss said …

In Branch County, Coldwater Community Schools district voters will decide on a $64 million bond proposal focused on modernizing the nearly 70-year-old Coldwater High School. According to district officials, the initiative seeks to fund a new 62,000-square-foot wing featuring updated science labs and a media center, while also addressing infrastructure needs such as replacing leaking roofs and installing the school’s …

Cass County Road Commission has information related to upcoming roadwork in Howard and Pokagon townships. Michigan Department of Transportation plans to widen shoulders, install curve-warning signs, add center rumble strips and perform guardrail upgrades starting May 18 on M-51 between White Street in Howard Township and Crystal Springs Street in Pokagon Township. Traffic will likely be narrowed to one lane …

The mayor of Three Rivers is hoping for more money in the city’s budget to be allocated to the city’s police department to increase staffing and to raise officer wages. WWMT-TV has reported that Mayor Angel Johnston posted a video on YouTube expressing her thoughts on the matter. Johnston is encouraging residents to show up May 19 to a public …

Monday’s strong winds took their toll on county services in St. Joseph County this week. Erin Goff, from the county’s administrator’s office, said loss of power forced a number of county agencies to close Tuesday and Wednesday. In light of the power outage that struck Centreville late Monday, non-emergency county buildings in the village were closed for the day Tuesday. …

White Pigeon Township Library invites the public to participate in a new program offered Monday mornings starting next week. Director Perri Saunders said the popular game Mahjong will be taught starting at 9:30 a.m. every Monday through the summer. Overseen by Suzi Puckett, demonstrations will center on how to play the game in its American and Chinese versions. Saunders suggested …

A 39-year-old Coldwater man was arrested earlier this week on several charges related to drugs and failure to comply. Branch County Sheriff Fred Blankenship said deputies attempted to stop the man shortly before 10 p.m. Monday on Fiske Road, near Newton Road, in Coldwater Township. Authorities said the man was being pulled over for a license-plate violation. However, the suspect …

As many as 6,000 residences and businesses in St. Joseph County lost power as a result of a wind storm Monday afternoon and evening. Winds were clocked in excess of 60 miles in various locations around the county, according to emergency management officials. Consumer’s Energy reported more than 4,000 customers lost power Monday afternoon, while Indiana-Michigan Power said nearly 2,000 …

The Sturgis Area Community Foundation is transitioning to a county-wide foundation and board of trustees, now serving all of St. Joseph County. The move marks an important step in the foundation’s continued growth, and reflects its expanding role in county-wide philanthropy and community leadership, according to Erin Melchi-Baker, board chair. SACF has experienced significant growth over recent years, increasing from …

A major draw to the region kicks off its 2026 season next week. The Shipshewana Flea Market, which claims to be the Midwest’s largest flea market, opens its doors Tuesday. Officials said the attraction features an open-air market featuring 700 booths, a farmers market, a plants and garden section, and a large quantity of food vendors over a 40-acre property. …