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Sue Pompey, 77

Sue Ann Pompey, age 77, of Marcellus, passed away Tuesday, February 11, 2020 surrounded by her family at home. She was born in Nicholsville, Michigan on July 25, 1942 the daughter of Leo Robert and Katharyn Jane (Wright) Bradley. On February 16, 1959, in Cassopolis,  she married Earl Joseph Pompey, Jr. who preceded her in death January 29, 2007. Sue …

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Mittens

I am an Alpha cat with other cats.  My name is “Mittens”, and I am five and a half years old.  I am neutered, independent and laid back.  I love to be held, but on MY terms.  When I am done –  I am done.  I am a quiet gentleman and I love to hide under blankets.  I am good …

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MDOT considers changes to Washington Street bridge

Replacement of the deck of the Washington Street bridge in Constantine was the subject of an open house staged last week by Michigan Department of Transportation. Traffic count averages 3,000 vehicles per day, and MDOT is considering reduction of the width of the bridge and the number of lanes leading into it. Set to begin next year near Stears Road …

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Constantine sets hearing dates on youth tobacco and vaping

Members of the Constantine Village Council recently set dates for two public hearings regarding a youth tobacco and vaping ordinance, and a youth-marijuana ordinance. The hearings will run simultaneously at 7 p.m. March 2. The proposed tobacco and vaping ordinance states a youth violator is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of not more than $50 for each …

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Conservation District plans 10th cleanup season

The St. Joseph County Conservation District’s river cleanup will reach a milestone this summer. May 30 will begin the 10th season of the cleanup program. It also marks the first of five cleanups the Centreville-based agency will oversee this summer. Shaun Grace, a conservation district employee whose work includes coordinating and executing the river cleanups, said the dates for 2020 …

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Two men arrested on drug charges

Two Three Rivers men were arrested on drug-related offenses over the weekend. Three Rivers officers early Sunday morning discovered a car stolen out of Fort Wayne and parked in the lot of America’s Best Value Inn. Officers set up a surveillance and eventually established a person of interest. Meanwhile, K9 Jake was called to the location and he responded in …

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Several items stolen in Fabius Township break-in

The St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Department is investigating a breaking-and-entering incident at a location in Fabius Township. According to a department media release, deputies were called Jan. 24 to the 58000 block of Sunset Shores Court. Several items were stolen from the residence, though no further details were available from authorities. There was no sign of forced entry and the …

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Sheriff’s department investigates Burr Oak burglary

A burglary incident at a residence in Burr Oak remains under investigation, according to sheriff’s officials. According to a department media release, the incident occurred Jan. 13 in the 100 block of Third Street. Details about the manner in which entry was gained and the contents stolen were not available.

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DASAS seeks new executive director

The board of directors at Domestic And Sexual Abuse Services announced Rose Ludwick’s departure as executive director, effective Feb. 25. Deborah Hackworth, director of advocacy services, will fill the role of interim executive director. Ludwick began her career with DASAS in 2008 as an office administrator and was named executive director in 2018. Under Ludwick’s leadership, DASAS accomplished several goals, …

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Centreville canceled weekend activities due to threat

Centreville Public Schools canceled weekend activities at its facilities as a precautionary measure, according to superintendent Stephanie Lemmer. Lemmer said the district was made aware by the St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Department of information through the “Ok2Say” tip line. The tip was interpreted as a potential threat to Centreville schools. Further investigation led authorities to conclude the source of the …

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