Here’s an update on work being done on U.S. 131 in St. Joseph and Kalamazoo counties, according to Michigan Department of Transportation’s Christopher Jacobs. Recently finished work includes storm sewer northbound from the Rocky River to Michigan Avenue, and median restoration and permanent signs in the median. Meanwhile, northbound traffic is being maintained in the median lane. Jacobs said curbing …

Michigan Department of Transportation has approved a transportation plan covering a five-year period, and a number of local roads are included. The window, from 2024 through 2028, includes reconstruction of portions of M-60, M-86 and the U.S. 131 Business Route in the Three Rivers area. In addition, the Portage River bridge on East Michigan Avenue is targeted for replacement, while …

I am so beautiful!   Look how alert I am with my smile.  My name is “Tip” because the tip of my tail is white.  I am almost two years old, spayed, microchipped and current on my vaccinations.  The people here say I am very sweet, and energetic.  My docket number is 51946, at the St. Joseph County Animal Control Shelter …

Sturgis municipal officials have announced a segment of Lafayette Street, between North Lakeview and North Franks avenues, has a new speed limit. City Commission members this week approved a recommendation to adjust the maximum speed limit on the one-mile stretch between the eastern border of Wall Elementary School and the new roundabout next to Spence Softball Complex. The new speed …

St. Joseph County Human Services Commission is looking for agencies that wish to participate in the upcoming St. Joseph County Project Connect event. The annual Project Connect and Veteran Stand Down is Oct. 6 at the county fairgrounds. It is the largest collaboration of community agencies and organizations the county offers to connect individuals and families to resources. Project Connect is …

The Kalamazoo Wings announced the signings of three players for the upcoming season: forwards David Keefer and Brad Morrison and defenseman Kurt Gosselin. Forward David Keefer, 25, came to Kalamazoo last season, following his senior year at Northern Michigan University. “I’m very excited to be back in Kalamazoo,”Keefer said. “ It was great getting the opportunity to play some games …

A suspect shot during an attempted armed robbery at a Cass County convenience store was arraigned last week. Meanwhile, Cass County Prosecutor Victor Fitz said the customer who fired seven shots at the would-be robber will not be charged. Cordelius Anthony Martin, 35, was arraigned Thursday on charges of armed robbery, assault with intent to rob while armed and felonious …

Three Rivers Area Chamber of Commerce has announced the date of its 2023 “Fall Color Tour.” The annual, regional event will take place Oct. 8. Event organizers said this year’s Fall Color Tour will feature hay rides, pumpkin painting, scenic walking trails, fall-food samples and more. Additional details are forthcoming, chamber officials said.

The Three Rivers Woman’s Club wishes to remind the public its annual Bridge Walk will be 9 a.m. to noon Sept. 4. Started in 2011, the free event features four trails ranging in length from 1.5 miles to 4.6 miles, crossing two or three of the city’s rivers. Club members mark the trails to ensure the routes are clear for …

A proposal to take hiring of employees and coaches out of the hands of board members was raised during last week’s Centreville Public Schools Board of Education meeting. Board president Rod Detwiler said he has long sought to move forward to a place where the board doesn’t have to approve administrative contracts, new hires or new coaches, and instead put …