Most water sources in Three Rivers Community Schools meet state safety standards, while fewer than 7 percent will need to be replaced. According to the Three Rivers Commercial-News, Three Rivers Community Schools Facilities Director Brian Leonard recently presented to board of education members a “Drinking Water Quality” report. Leonard said Three Rivers High School had six fixtures out of 50 …

A Branch County man was injured in a two-vehicle crash last week in Bronson Township. Branch County Sheriff’s Department said deputies were notified shortly after 7:30 a.m. April 30 of a crash involving a sport-utility vehicle and a semi on U.S. 12, near the intersection of Holmes Road. Deputies said it appears 51-year-old Bronson resident Greg Hardy was driving west …

A bartender at a Sturgis restaurant recently earned statewide recognition. Alex Weinert has claimed the title “Star Bartender of the Year,” an honor based on popular vote through a campaign sponsored by the Michigan Restaurant and Lodging Association. Weinert was nominated by the restaurant’s owners, Eugene and Karee Harrison. The process involved the creation of an introductory video and creating …

Authorities are continuing their investigation into a shooting incident over the weekend at the Harvey House bar in Constantine. Meanwhile, the business has started a GoFundMe collection to help support a pair of shooting victims and a person who suffered a broken leg in an attempt to flee from the gunfire. According to a media release from Centreville-Constantine Police Chief …

The St. Joseph County Diaper Bank quarterly distribution has been suspended. As a result, the May 8 and Aug. 14 events will not be held. Michigan Department of Health and Human Services agency, however, still has a supply and will be given away free. If a family has an open case with MDHHS, they are eligible to receive a sleeve …

Officers from the Centreville-Constantine Police Department responded to reports of a shooting at the Harvey House Bar in Constantine late Saturday night. Upon arrival officers discovered a chaotic scene with several patrons fleeing the area on foot and in vehicles. Officers learned there were three victims with gunshot wounds, and a fourth victim with a broken leg after jumping from …

Glen Oaks Community College celebrated student achievement, and honored outstanding faculty, staff and alumni during two awards ceremonies Wednesday. In the afternoon, Glen Oaks President Bryan Newton issued the President’s Award to Addison Nally during the Student Achievement Awards Ceremony. During the evening session, a number of accolades were presented during the college’s annual Awards Ceremony, recognizing excellence, service and …

A new chapter in the annals of Centreville Public Schools occurred this week when its new elementary cafeteria made its debut. Less than a year after a ceremonial groundbreaking took place at the north end of the building, the new addition was put into use Wednesday. An adjacent music room, also new to Centreville Elementary, was also included in the …

One man was arrested and a second suspect is being sought by authorities related to a felonious assault involving firearms. Sheriff Chad Spence said deputies were notified shortly before 4 p.m. Sunday of a 19-year-old victim who had been assaulted earlier in the day at a residence in the 63000 block of Shimmel Road. As part of the investigation, surveillance …

A Cass County man died in a house fire earlier this week in Wayne Township. Sheriff Clint Roach said deputies and emergency personnel responded at 8:30 a.m. Monday to the 55000 block of Twin Lake Road. Upon arrival, deputies and firefighters found the mobile home fully engulfed. During their search of the mobile home, first responders found a man inside. …