Here’s a reminder that Centreville Public Schools is hosting a Michigan Department of Education Office of Health and Nutrition Services summer-feeding program with breakfast and lunch meals to go starting in less than two weeks. Marilyn Rosewarne, director of dining services, said the program is open to children 18 years of age and younger, as well as anyone 26 or younger mentally or …
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Larry Waltke, 73
Larry Lee Waltke, age 73, of White Pigeon, died on May 22, 2025. He was born on March 24, 1952 in Sturgis, the son of Eldred and Priscilla (Smith) Waltke. Larry was a White Pigeon resident all of his life and graduate of White Pigeon Schools in 1971. He was a retired welder and enjoyed cars, guns, and bowling. He …
Read More »Harriet Vollmar, 82
Harriet Jean Vollmar, age 82, of Constantine, died on May 23, 2025. She was born on October 7, 1942 in Kalamazoo, the daughter of Clifford and Dena (Kiewiet) Becker. Harriet was a Constantine resident since 1990, and a retired secretary. She was married to William Vollmar, who preceded her in death. She is survived by her son Michael (Bonnie) Kramer; …
Read More »Projects begin on area roads
St. Joseph County Road Commission has announced details related to a number of upcoming projects. John Lindsey, manager of the Centreville-based agency, said Bennett Road in Leonidas and Colon townships is scheduled for paving starting Monday. Also Monday, chip-seal season begins. Lindsey said the procedure starts with an application of oil applied, then a layer of stones will be laid …
Read More »Colon schools asks for public input on superintendent search
Colon Community Schools invites the public to lend a voice in its search for a new superintendent. With the resignation of Rachel Kowalski, who has taken the job of chief administrator of Saline Area Schools in Washtenaw County, Colon Community Schools has set up a survey to gather feedback on the qualities, experience and priorities the community seeks in its …
Read More »River cleanup dates begin in June
Here’s a reminder that St. Joseph County Conservation District’s 2025 River Cleanup season begins in less than a month. The agency’s 15th summer cleanup features four sessions, with the first coming up June 27 on the Prairie River from Centreville Canoe Park to Hoshel Canoe Park in Lockport Township. The three-and-a-half-mile route is one of the most popular water trails …
Read More »Stolen police car and suspect found
A man and a Cassopolis Police Department patrol car he allegedly stole have been found. Cassopolis Police Chief Todd McMichael did not disclose when or where the suspect and the vehicle were found, but said the public is safe from potential harm possibly caused by the man. The suspect was in the process of being arrested around 1 p.m. at …
Read More »Sturgis native ends Jeopardy run on second day
A St. Joseph County native saw his proverbial 15 minutes of fame come to an end Wednesday after bowing out on an episode of the TV game show, Jeopardy. Tyler Griffith, a 2009 Sturgis High School graduate, won Tuesday’s episode, albeit with a total accumulation of just $799. On Wednesday, he returned in search of a second consecutive victory but …
Read More »Police warn of armed and dangerous suspect
Cassopolis Police Chief Todd McMichael has issued a warning about a suspect considered a threat to society after stealing a squad car Wednesday. The suspect was in the process of being arrested around 1 p.m. at an undisclosed location in the city. He managed to not only avoid arrest, but entered a marked patrol car and flee the scene. The …
Read More »Colon announces farmers market dates
The village of Colon has announced details related to it 2025 farmers market. It takes place 7 to 11 a.m. Saturdays starting June 7 and ending Oct. 25 at Colon Community Park. Fee for vendors is $10 for up to two picnic tables. More information is available from Kristie Boals at 386-0675.
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