A boil-water notice has been issued for Lockport Township residents following an equipment malfunction of its water-system infrastructure. The notice was issued Sunday by Jennifer Ransbottom, director of utility management services for Jones Petrie Rafinski. According to the order, the township’s water system lost pressure over the weekend due to an equipment malfunction. Consequently, neither of two wells activated to …

Dr. James Reiff, age 81, of Sturgis, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 3, 2016, at Heartland Health Care Center in Three Rivers. He was born March 17, 1935, in Chicago, a son of the late Nathan and Frieda (Shertz) Reiff. James spend the majority of his life in the Michiana area, settling in Sturgis 22 years ago. He worked as a …

Kathleen A. Curtis, age 71, of Colon, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 2, 2016, unexpectedly at her home. Kathy was born Nov. 22, 1944, a daughter to Roy L. and Leona L. (Dahl) Curtis. She graduated from Normal College of the American Gymnastics Union of Indiana University and taught physical education for 31 years, finishing her career in education at Colon …

Becky Alice Ultz, age 58, of Burr Oak, was surrounded by her family Thursday evening, Aug. 4, 2016, following a long, hard-fought battle with cancer, she was called home to a place where there is no more sadness or pain where she can glorify God with her infectious smile forever. She was born April 4, 1958, in Sturgis, a daughter …

Two Illinois residents were injured in a two-vehicle accident earlier this week in Fabius Township. State police said troopers were called shortly before 7 p.m. Wednesday to the intersection of Hoffman and Lucas roads. Investigators said a 21-year-old woman from Brookfield was driving north on Lucas Road when she disobeyed a stop sign. Her vehicle struck a car heading east …

A big name in the world of magic and illusion will be honored in the community where he lived the final 28 years of his life. White Pigeon village officials, fellow magicians and members of the Hank Moorehouse family will gather this weekend for the ceremony during which a portion of the street on which he lived will be ceremoniously …

Three Rivers Police this week arrested a man for third-offense drunken driving. According to a department media release, the 61-year-old suspect was stopped Tuesday on West Michigan Avenue after he was observed by an officer who knew the man’s driver’s license was revoked. The officer discovered the man to be under the influence. The suspect, whose identity was not stated …

A Wisconsin veteran and his wife will benefit in part from a fundraiser taking place Saturday in Park Township. Peggy and Lee Fassett will stage their seventh annual “Homes for our Troops,” a benevolent program that provides handicap-accessible homes for U.S. veterans injured in combat. All proceeds raised from donations offered at Saturday’s pig roast will aid Russell Dennison, who …

Domestic and Sexual Abuse Services will host its fifth annual “Walk a Mile in Her Shoes” event Saturday. The walk is a means to raise funds and show support of sexual-assault and domestic-violence survivors. Event organizers encourage the public toattend the family-friendly event, which will include a 5K, Walk a Mile, and Dog Walk. The Walk a Mile in Her …

St. Joseph County Board of Commissioners approved budget amendments Tuesday to pay for enhanced courthouse security and other improvements. About two-thirds of the $300,000 in amendments will cover expenses related to heightened security through the end of the year. County finance director Joni Smith said the $204,000 cost reflects five-twelfths of the annual cost to implement a variety of security …