Gatha Jean Harris, age 94, of Burr Oak, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2020, at Thurston Woods Village. She was born Jan. 23, 1926, in Bronson, to Albert Henry and Mary Elizabeth (Mock) Leverence. Gatha attended Worden Schools for eight years and graduated valedictorian from Burr Oak High School with the class of 1942. She then graduated from Michigan State …

St. Joseph County Prosecutor John McDonough pled guilty this week in relation to a bond violation. McDonough appeared Tuesday via Zoom before Kalamazoo County District Court Judge Vincent Westra. The proceeding stems from McDonough’s purchase and consumption of alcohol while on bond for a drunken-driving charge in Lockport Township. The alleged DUI in May resulted in McDonough’s arrest. McDonough waived …

A state agency has recognized the St. Joseph County Road Commission for its low employee-injury rates among Michigan’s county road commissions. The accolade was mentioned at the County Road Association Self-Insurance Fund’s virtual annual membership meeting Sept. 16. The agency provides safety training and workers’ compensation for 69 of the state’s 76 road commissions. The honor roll started in 2011 …

The Sturgis Area Community Foundation and its affiliates are now accepting proposals for its 2021 grant year. Deadlines for Constantine Competitive Grants, Sturgis Competitive Grants and Youth Advisory Council Fund are approaching. Prospective recipients may apply or find out more online at: sturgisfoundation.org/grants.

Three Rivers Community Schools was notified Monday that a middle school student tested positive for COVID-19. According to the district’s Facebook page, it has been determined that the case originated from outside Three Rivers Community Schools. The district said it is responsible for informing students, teachers and staff who are considered “close contacts,” as defined by CDC guidelines. The district …

Michigan State Police troopers are seeking the public’s help for information regarding a suspicious vehicle last weekend in Flowerfield Township. According to a department media release, two teenagers were playing Sunday in the 15000 block of Flowerfield Road. Witnesses said a white utility van pulled up next to one of the teens and opened the passenger door. The other teen …

A motor-vehicle theft was reported last month in Constantine Township. Sheriff’s deputies were called to the 14000 block of Millers Mill Road in response to the theft of a 1993 Chevy S10 pickup. The victim told authorities the incident occurred between Aug. 1 and 11. The vehicle in question was gray and featured a wooden bed.

With the recent resignation of treasurer Geoffrey Smith, the St. Joseph County Intermediate School District Board of Education is accepting applications to fill the vacancy. As required by code, the board has 30 days to fill the post. Any registered voter who resides within St. Joseph County is eligible to apply. Deadline is noon Oct. 8. Prospective candidates may apply …

Members of the Three Rivers Lions Club experienced an overwhelming response to their one-day Ox Roast event last weekend. Member Alice Kielau said the club made the decision about three weeks ago to stage Saturday’s drive-thru event at its Sixth Avenue service center. The 2020 Ox Roast, which is synonymous with the three-day Three Rivers Water Festival, was a casualty …

The city of Sturgis has announced it is moving forward with Halloween trick-or- treating plans next month. City-wide trick-or-treating is set for 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Oct. 31. As recommended by Branch-Hillsdale-St. Joseph County Community Health Agency, residents who participate are asked to practice social distancing and wear a facial covering.