The summer green scum is back in Michigan waters, signaling harmful algal blooms. Branch-Hillsdale-St. Joseph Health Agency Environmental Health Director Paul Andriacchi said nothing has been confirmed yet in the three-county district, but there is a nearby suspected site. Rain and hot weather may mean danger in area waters creating scum, foams, globs, mats and green sheens, possibly indicating harmful …

State police troopers are investigating a larceny incident reported earlier this week from a location in Fabius Township. Investigators responded Wednesday to the 15000 block of Gleason Road, where a camper had been broken into. The victim stated the incident occurred between July 5 and Wednesday. Items stolen included miscellaneous tools and camping supplies.

An Ohio man considered a suspect in the murder of a 17-year-old victim was arrested on the Indiana Toll Road. Indiana State Police troopers on Saturday were advised to be on the lookout for a man wanted for his role in the alleged crime. Around 10 a.m., troopers noticed a vehicle that matched the description shared by dispatchers. The westbound …

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Three Rivers Police Chief Scott Boling said the identity of a body found last week has been released. Through the work of medical examiner officials at Western Michigan University, the deceased person was identified as Nicole Marie Wood. Her age was not indicated in a department media release. Officers responded shortly after 6 a.m. Friday to the 200 block of …

State police troopers are investigating the theft of several firearms from a residence in Branch County’s Union Township. Troopers were dispatched Sunday to a residence on Sid Road in response to the breaking-and-entering incident. It occurred between 5 and 6 p.m. Investigators said 11 firearms, including multiple rifles and shotguns, were stolen. The suspect is believed to be a white …

Glen Oaks Community College and Baker College have announced an expansion to their partnership in nursing programming. A $1.8 million state grant will be used to help increase the number of Bachelor of Science degrees in nursing. Glen Oaks officials said 130 students pursuing a bachelor’s degree in nursing will receive $14,000 to cover the cost of tuition, books and …

Sheriff departments in Cass and Berrien counties are cautioning residents about a phone scam. Agency officials said the caller identifies himself as Lt. Justin O’Brien. The suspect indicates to the potential victim they missed a jury-duty assignment and, as a result, there is a warrant out for their arrest. The scammer then alleges the matter can be resolved by making …

With the recent rain creating high water levels, St. Joseph County Undersheriff Jason Bingaman is asking boaters to refrain from causing wakes until water levels recede. Bingaman said many area lakes and streams are at high levels following the excessive amount of rainfall over the past two weeks. High lake levels make boating more hazardous, and boaters and anglers should …

A bathtub and shower manufacturer in Three Rivers is closing its doors later this month. On May 14, American Bath Group – doing business as Aquatic Co. – filed a WARN notice about the impending shutdown. The closure is expected to affect more than 100 employees, 90 of those in production or manufacturing. The company said employees are not represented …