Two people who allegedly played a part in the overdose death of a prison inmate in Branch County have been arraigned. According to a Michigan State Police media release, inmate Evellis McGee, 30, and Saginaw resident Aaliyah Lent, 24, were arrested on warrants issued after Lakeland Correctional inmate William Wilson was found deceased in October 2023. An autopsy found Wilson …

St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Department is participating in a two-week program targeting drunken driving. Undersheriff Jason Bingaman said the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is rolling out its “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign. The initiative starts Aug. 16 and runs through Sept. 2. Specially assigned deputies will be on the lookout for motorists under …

An out-of-state woman was rescued from a vehicle after she drove it into a lake last week in White Pigeon Township. Authorities said the Las Vegas woman likely suffered a medical condition prior to the incident, which occurred around 9 a.m. Friday. Troopers said they were told by witnesses the minivan sped through an intersection without stopping and into a …

Michigan State Police troopers are investigating a breaking-and-entering incident at a location in Sturgis Township. According to a department media release, troopers responded last month to the 70000 block of M-66. Authorities confirmed the incident took place during the overnight hours between July 12 and 13. No additional information was included in the release.

A tip through a citizens’ hotline resulted in the arrest last week of a Three Rivers man who was out on bond following drug-related charges. Southwest Enforcement Team, Three Rivers Police, St. Joseph County Sheriff’s deputies and Michigan State Police troopers combined resources that led to the arrest of 41-year-old Jeremy May. May was out on bond from a previous …

They told me to pose for a picture.  I’m going to be a Model.  My name is “Hamburgler”.  I’m a blue and white male.  I don’t know how old I am, but I am housetrained and I get along with other dogs but not dominant dogs.  I love treats and squeaky toys. However, I am kind of a grump at …

Organizers of next month’s Constantine Harvest Festival invite the public to participate in any of a number of competitions. The one-day festival is Sept. 7. The first competition is an apple-pie baking contest. Age groups are 12 and under, 13 through 17 years, 18 through 39, and 40 and older. All entries must be delivered to the village office between …

Glen Oaks Community College officials have announced the school’s participation in the Michigan Community College Guarantee, offering tuition-free associate degrees or skills certificates to eligible, local high school graduates. The initiative, part of a statewide effort to increase higher education accessibility, could save students up to $4,800 annually. Tonya Howden, vice president of student services, said starting this academic year, …

Michigan State Police troopers responded to a report of a 14-year-old boy who allegedly stabbed members of his family and dog earlier this week in Branch County’s Bronson Township. Investigators were called around 9:30 p.m. Tuesday to the 400 block of Taggart Road. Prosecutor Zack Stempien said injuries to the victims are minimal and could be classified as small lacerations. …

Michigan Department of Transportation’s Chris Jacobs has issued an update regarding the second phase of U.S. 131 construction. The project, which started April 15, is concentrated to an area that includes the village of Schoolcraft and an area north to Shaver Road. According to Jacobs, completed work includes curb, gutter and sidewalk from Holmes Street to the railroad crossing; hot-mix …