A Portage man led sheriff’s deputies on a vehicle pursuit last week in Park Township. According to a department media release, a deputy attempted to stop a vehicle Jan. 26 on Buckhorn Road, near Marcellus Road. The vehicle sped up and tried to avoid the deputy by turning into a driveway. In an attempt to elude authorities, the suspect drove …

A few hundred well-wishers showed up at separate events Friday to recognize Brad Balk on his retirement as St. Joseph County sheriff. The first of two ceremonies took place at Glen Oaks Community College, where State Rep. Aaron Miller, State Sen. Kim LaSata and other dignitaries presented Balk with proclamations and other mementos honoring his 11-year tenure as sheriff and …

Friday was the last day Brad Balk will serve as St. Joseph County Sheriff, and two public events took place to commemorate the occasion. The 66-year-old Balk was recognized by local and state dignitaries during a program at Glen Oaks Community College. A second event, which Balk called a less-formal affair, will followed at the FOP Lodge east of Centreville. …

The village of Centreville is considering adding online payment as an option to pay monthly water bills. Village officials indicated the service could come with a 3 percent fee. Nonetheless, they are asking residents to include a note with their next payment and indicate whether they are in favor of the option or not. Also, village officials said in order …

In response to Wednesday’s State of the State address by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, State Rep. Aaron Miller released the following statement: “While I am more than happy to work with the governor on a realistic road funding solution, paying for it on our credit card is not the answer. “Road-improvement bonds will be detrimental to our children’s futures and they …

Keeping their modest win streak alive, the Kalamazoo Wings (16-20-4-1) extended that streak to three games with a 5-3 come from behind win over the Indy Fuel on Thursday night. The K-Wings, who have points in four consecutive games, are trying to dig themselves out of the Central Division cellar.  The K-Wings are just 7 points out of fourth place, …

GAIL ANNE (PETERSON) LAUZZANA January 12, 1945 – January 23, 2020 Gail (“Guala”) was the first child born to Alfred Peterson, Jr. and Charlotte O’Connor Peterson in Detroit. She grew up in Three Rivers along with her siblings Alfred (“Pete”), Eric (“Rick”), and Kristin (“Kris”). Guala attended Kingswood Boarding School in Bloomfield Hills and graduated from the University of Michigan …

I am looking for a new home.  My name is ” Willow”.  I am a medium size female mix.  I am eager to meet new people and get excited, but I calm down after a few minutes.  The staff here think I am about four years old and they say that I am friendly with them and the volunteers.  My …

A woman and her daughter died in a fire Monday night at their Fabius Township residence. State police said the victims were 37-year-old Michelle Bixler and 16-year-old Cheyenne Bixler. Due to the location of the fire in the residence, responding police and fire personnel were unable to enter the home until after the blaze was extinguished. The fire took place …

The Michigan Public Service Commission last week approved a settlement agreement that establishes new rates in support of Indiana Michigan Power’s Michigan Plan, originally submitted last June. The agreement was reached between Indiana Michigan Power and parties representing the interests of consumers, environmentalists, businesses and the state of Michigan. MPSC approval provides I&M the opportunity to make significant investments in …