St. Joseph County United Way has established a catastrophic fund for the family of a 5-year-old boy who died last week as the result of an apparent drowning. Agency director Kelly Hostetler said the fund will help the family of Adam Clemens. She said 100 percent of all donations will be turned over to the family to help offset the …

Organizers of the annual cleanup at Lakeside Cemetery and South Colon Cemetery are asking for the public’s cooperation before work begins April 15. They ask that all gravesite decorations be removed in advance of the task. Work is expected to take place April 15 through the end of the month. Event organizers said they are not responsible for any decorations …

Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport officials have issued a media release related to United Airlines’ returning service to Chicago O’Hare. Airport director Craig Williams said the service was to begin in late April but has hit a snag. Due to temporary capacity constraints in Chicago, the Federal Aviation Administration has placed operational restrictions affecting United Airlines and American Airlines. As a …

St. Joseph County United Way officials recently celebrated the completion of their new facility. The new office is at 62527 Shimmel Road, just south of the St. Joseph County Intermediate School District. The new site offers more space than what was previously available as a tenant in a strip plaza in Centreville. Agency director Kelly Hostetler and her staff moved …

Branch County authorities recently concluded a lengthy drug investigation, culminating with the arrest of two people. Sheriff Fred Blankenship said deputies executed a search warrant Friday at a residence in the 900 block of Weaver Road in Bronson Township. He said deputies recovered in excess of 320 grams of crystal meth, an undisclosed quantity of mushrooms and items commonly associated …

Vendor spaces are now available for a community event coming up later this month in Sturgis. The Sturgis Spring and Food Expo starts at noon April 19 at the Sturges-Young Center for the Arts. It features a free cooking show with Laura Kurella. It also offers a floral “Make and Take” by the Home Depot, food and truck vendors in …

White Pigeon Township Library has announced the lineup for its annual “Summertime Tunes” series. Director Perri Saunders said the four-week, live-music presentation starts July 1 with the Whistle Pigs, a band specializing in classic rock. On July 8, songwriters Kyle Joe & Friends will perform. The third week of the series showcases the R&B/Motown sounds of Tony Fields and Doug …

Here’s a reminder that South Michigan Food Bank is starting its monthly Mobile Market program today. Fresh produce, dairy and meal kits will be available at the distribution. The recurring event takes place at two area locations the first Thursday of the month, through October. Pick-up locations are from 9 to 11 a.m. at White Pigeon Catholic Church on U.S. …

Tickets for an annual fundraiser to support St. Joseph County United Way are now available. Agency director Kelly Hostetler said this year’s vehicle is a red, 2025 Nomad XL Denago EV. It can cover 40 miles on one charge, features a street-legal light kit, custom wheels, a windshield, speakers and more. Tickets are $50 each or three for $125. The …

St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Department held its annual awards ceremony last week during the St. Joseph County Board of Commissioners meeting. Sheriff Chad Spence said the ceremony recognized deputies, staff and a member of the community for their actions and service in 2025. Samaritan Award recipient was Steve Calloway, recognized for stepping in to help a man who fell through …