Law-enforcement officials said they are still waiting for results of a toxicology report for further clues into a fatal accident earlier this month. St. Joseph County Undersheriff Mark Lillywhite said the results will determine whether the driver of a car that caused the accident at U.S. 131 and Broadway Street had suffered a medical incident resulting in her vehicle colliding …

Boaters on area lakes are being asked to exercise a no-wake policy through Wednesday next week. The St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Department made the request in light of the heavy rainfall the area has received in the past week. A department media release indicated lake, stream and river levels are excessively high, making activities such as fishing and boating more …

Midwest Energy & Communications recently announced winners of its 2018 high school scholarships. Four local students, whose parents are MEC members or customers, earned $1,000 toward their post-secondary education after submitting a video essay answering the question, “What is your super power?” Winners were selected based on their video submission as well as academic performance, extracurricular activities, community involvement and …

Shirley Mae Adams, age 80, of Sturgis, passed away early Saturday morning, May 5, 2018, at her home. She was born Sept. 8, 1937, in Sturgis, a daughter of the late Ivan and Grace (McGary) Notestine. Shirley was a lifelong Sturgis resident. On April 25, 1953, she married Ralph Adams in LaGrange, Ind. She worked as a waitress for many …

Barbara J. Eichorn, 70, of Goshen, died Wednesday, May 16, 2018. She was born April 21, 1948, in Sturgis, the oldest of three children, to Edwin L. Eichorn and Elma (Yoder) Eichorn Stauffer, both of whom preceded her in death. Her stepfather for four years was Glenn E. Stauffer, also deceased. On Jan. 1, 1998, she married Roy M. Bergey …

The Three Rivers Health Sleep Disorder Center recently received program accreditation from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM). To receive accreditation, a sleep center must meet or exceed all standards for professional health care as designated by the AASM. These standards address core areas such as personnel, facility and equipment, policies and procedures, data acquisition, patient care, and quality …

James Arthur Cleveland, age 67, of Sturgis, passed away Tuesday morning May 8, 2018 at his home. He was born Sept. 26, 1950 in Sturgis, son of the late LeRoy and Ida June (Laughlin) Cleveland. Jim resided in Sturgis most of his life with the exception of the years he lived in Kalamazoo and Valparaiso, Ind.  He was a graduate …

Elwyn George Dodgson, age 89, of Leonidas Township, passed away Sunday, May 13, 2018, at his home. A celebration of Elwyn’s life will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 17, 2018, at Factoryville Bible Church, with Pastor Fred Goebert officiating. Visitation will take place from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, May 16, 2018, at the church, and from 10 …

My name is Ginger and I am a tan and white chihuahua, about one year old.  I am kind of timid at first but once I get to know you I will give you plenty of kisses.  I am house trained and get along with other dogs and children.  I’m really feeling lonely. Please come in and see me and …

Monday was supposed to be the move-out date for the remaining inhabitants at a White Pigeon Township mobile home community. But, residents in the 10 remaining occupied units were given a minor reprieve, as White Pigeon Township Supervisor Don Gloy said St. Joseph County District Court Judge Jeff Middleton revised the move-out date to May 21. Ronda Loss, a resident …