John E. “Jack” Goes, age 82, of Constantine, passed away Sunday, November 8, 2020, at Three Rivers Health. Jack was born in Evansville, Indiana on March 7, 1938, a son of Walter and Nancy (Baker) Goes. He graduated from Highlands High School in Ft. Thomas, Kentucky in 1956. Jack attended Purdue University for 2 years where he played football for …

Four juveniles were taken into custody in relation to the weekend arson of the gazebo at Railroad Park in Burr Oak. State police said the incident occurred around 1 p.m. Saturday. Troopers were able to identify the suspects after viewing a video the suspects posted on a social media site. The gazebo appears to be a total loss. The matter …

A dedicated volunteer at a popular St. Joseph County Grange Fair attraction was the recipient of special recognition last week. Selma Comstock, a lifelong Leonidas-area resident, was honored Wednesday by members of the fair board for her 15-year commitment to the “Miracle of Birth” tent at the annual fair. Comstock, 79, is retiring from the fair after representing the tent …

Here I am being looked at by a stuffed pup.  I am Gomez.  Since I am six months old, I am very curious, active and sometimes laid back and I am sooo cute!.  I am a black, neutered male.  I get along with dogs, cats and KIDS. My docket number is 49083, call and make an appointment to adopt me. …

The Michigan Sheriff’s Association is scheduled to provide Victim Advocate Training this weekend at the Fabius-Park Township Fire Department. Victim Services Units are volunteer components of local sheriff’s offices and are trained through the Michigan Sheriff’s Association to provide compassionate support in times of extreme stress, such as the loss of a loved one or being the victim of a …

Three Rivers Area Chamber of Commerce has announced details related to “Christmas Around Town” 2020. The annual celebration will begin at 6 p.m. Nov. 27 with the tree-lighting ceremony in downtown Three Rivers. The following day, Nov. 28, is Small-Business Saturday and the city will celebrate with Santa Claus coming to town, a Storybook Stroll, carriage rides and Christmas balloon …

Midwest Energy & Communications plans to thank local veterans and their families by providing a free Thanksgiving meal. The offer will take place 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 17. Packaged meals will be served via curbside pickup at MEC’s headquarters parking lot, at 60590 Decatur Road in Cassopolis. Patty Nowlin, vice president of corporate communications at MEC, said the …

Six area high school varsity football teams will be in action this weekend during the second round of Michigan High School Athletic Association’s playoffs. With two games on tap this evening and three more Saturday, the slate begins with Mendon at No. 1-ranked Reading at 7 o’clock tonight. Meanwhile, a battle of St. Joseph County schools kicks off, also at …

Thomas L. “Knute” Miholer, age 70, passed away at his home on Wednesday, November 4, 2020. He was born in Three Rivers, on December 5, 1949, the son of the late Thomas and Marilyn (Neff) Miholer. Tom was a loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend. He had a great sense of humor, gentle smile and kind personality. Knute, as he …

Elwin Donald Ruggles, age 89, of Three Rivers, passed away on Wednesday, November 4, 2020 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Elwin was born on September 1, 1931 in Three Rivers, the son of Donald and Mary Irene (Martin) Ruggles. Elwin was a proud graduate of Three Rivers High School, Class of 1949. He attended trade academy school …