Bronson Methodist Hospital announced that it has been named one of “America’s 250 Best Hospitals” for 2025 by Healthgrades. The honor means Bronson Methodist Hospital’s clinical performance ranks in the top 5% of hospitals nationwide. Bronson Methodist Hospital also achieved recognition for America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Stroke Care – top 5% in the nation; Specialty Excellence awards – top 10% …

A Colon family that lost its house and possessions in a fire over the weekend is in need of help. Savannah Bohanon, community engagement coordinator for Colon Community Schools, said the needs are across the board. Immediate needs include clothes and groceries. Bohanon said she can provide more detailed information about clothing sizes, for example. She can be reached at …

St. Joseph County has been granted funding intended specifically for people who are asset limited, income constrained and employed. Criterion includes a stipulation that the potential recipient is employed or has a verified start date. Funds are limited and, once exhausted, may not be renewed. Overseen by Michigan Works and its Barrier Removal Employment Success program, the funding mechanism assists …

A Three Rivers woman was involved in a two-vehicle crash last week in Cass County’s Newberg Township. Sheriff Clint Roach said deputies were called at 1 p.m. Friday to the interception of M-60 and M-40 in response to a crash with injury. Investigators said a vehicle driven by 24-year-old Corey Chapman Jr., of Eaton County, was southbound on M-40, while …

Michigan State Police troopers arrested a man in Branch County’s Coldwater Township last week on multiple, driving-related offenses. According to a department media release, law-enforcement officials were notified Wednesday of a reckless driver allegedly involved in a hit-and-run incident in Sherwood Township, and an assault and road-rage incident in Athens Township. The driver’s vehicle was spotted on North Union City …

An Easter-themed fundraiser over the weekend to benefit a St. Joseph County emergency housing facility was deemed a success by its organizers. Superintendent Chad Brady said the inaugural Easter Egg Hunt 5K run/walk, organized by the Centreville High School National Honor Society, drew nearly 150 participants – 50 more than the goal of 100. The route covered areas around the …

The city of Sturgis has announced its downtown events for 2025. “Bourbon, Bacon and Blues” kicks off the season May 23. It is followed by “Movies on North,” which takes place June 6. The five-day Sturgis Fest starts June 24. Then, “MI Art Fest” is July 11, while “Dog Days of Summer” is held two weeks later, July 25. On …

A city police department in Allegan County is contemplating whether to disband and turn law-enforcement services over to the sheriff’s department. According to WGVU, Public Media, Allegan City Manager Joel Dye said eliminating its nine-member police department would save hundreds of thousands of dollars a year, allowing municipal officials to reinvest into the community to tackle infrastructure projects. Dye said …

Glen Oaks Community College is now accepting applications for its 2025 STEM Camp program. The three-day event starts June 16 and will include students entering sixth, seventh and eighth grades in the fall in St. Joseph County. Participants will have the opportunity to explore coding and robotics, 3-D modeling and printing, and a number of other activities. Event organizers said …

Michigan State University is sponsoring a training program centering on roles and responsibilities of a planning commission. The session is targeted specifically to St. Joseph County. The 90-minute, in-person program focuses on the basics of planning commission for local, elected officials, and appointed officials and interested residents. Specifically, attendees will learn the legal authority and limitations of a county planning …