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Two people were arrested on drug- and weapons-related charges in the village of Constantine. According to the St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Department, deputies executed a search warrant Tuesday at a residence in the 200 block of Meadow Lane following an investigation into suspected drug activity. During the investigation, deputies determined that methamphetamine was being distributed from the residence. While executing …

The son of a former state representative is the second person set to challenge incumbent Steve Carra for the 36th House District. Luke Lori, 47, son of former sheriff and State Rep. Matt Lori, announced his intentions Tuesday to the St. Joseph County Board of Commissioners. Constantine resident Max Coon announced his candidacy late last year. A Three Rivers resident, …

A Niles man was injured after suffering a medical condition, resulting in a three-vehicle crash earlier this month in Cass County’s Pokagon Township. Deputies responded at 8:30 a.m. Feb. 7 to M-51, near Pennsylvania Street, in response to a crash. Investigators said Robert Ackerman II, 64, was driving southwest on M-51 when he suffered a medical situation. His vehicle left …

Officials from the Three Rivers Promise announced a milestone has been reached. The fund recently surpassed the $1 million mark in its community-driven fundraising campaign. The achievement marks a major step toward the program’s initial goal of building a self-sustaining endowment to support the future of Three Rivers High School graduates, according to Three Rivers Promise board member Tom Lowry. …

St. Joseph County Road Commission officials have announced seasonal speed and weight restrictions are going into effect next week. Also known as “Frost Laws,” the seasonal restrictions start at 6 a.m. Monday. The restrictions are imposed on county roads, with the exception of all-weather routes. Weight restrictions call for a reduction in truckloads by 35 percent and speed to 35 …

A number of appointments and reappointments are being recommended by St. Joseph County Board of Commissioners. During their executive committee meeting Tuesday, commissioners reviewed the potential appointment of Josh Shook to the Local Emergency Planning Committee; reappointment of Tiffany Howe to the Community Corrections Advisory Board; and Erin Goff’s reappointment to the Parks and Recreation Board, and the county’s Transportation …

Trayling & Sons Insurance in Colon recently received a collection of winter wear it is offering for free. New coats, including brands such as Columbia and L.L. Bean, as well as men’s shirts are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Trayling & Sons is located between Curly’s and the post office in Colon’s downtown district.

Wednesday was an important day for public schools in St. Joseph County and across the state. Known as “Count Day,” Wednesday was the day when school attendance figures are tabulated, as mandated through the State School Aid Act. An accurate attendance record on Count Days – the first of every school year is taken in October and the second in …

A Battle Creek man has been arraigned on charges following an alleged incident with a minor. Officials from the Branch County Prosecutor’s Office said Noble Vater Lebron, a 23-year-old theater director, is charged with felony counts of third-degree, criminal-sexual conduct with a minor and accosting a child for immoral purposes. County officials said Lebron allegedly had sexual contact in November …

Centreville High School’s Future Farmers of America is staging a fundraiser to support the county-wide agriculture education program. The 2026 Fresh Strawberry and Barn Jam Salsa Sale offers a number of products, from various flavored jams, pickles and jalapeno honey mustard to sauces, salsa and fresh strawberries. Prices range from $28 for eight pounds of Florida strawberries to $10 for …