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A catalytic converter was stolen from a vehicle earlier this month in Mottville Township. Sheriff Mark Lillywhite said deputies were called to the 10000 block of U.S. 12 to investigate the situation. It appears the suspect forced entry into a commercial lot and stole a catalytic converter from a vehicle. The incident is believed to have occurred the night of …

An Elkhart man died Wednesday after the vehicle he was in was struck by a semi tractor-trailer in Cass County’s Mason Township. Sheriff Richard Behnke said deputies were called at 9 a.m. to the area of Old M-205 and Autumn Drive. Investigators said a car driven by Andres Rivera, 24, of Elkhart, turned in front of a semi-truck heading east …

Avelo Airlines made history this week at Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport. The Texas-based, no-frills airline welcomed its first Florida-to-Kalamazoo flight Wednesday afternoon. Less than three hours later, its first Orlando-bound flight from Kalamazoo departed. Fanfare to greet the departing flight included a ceremonial water cannon salute led by the AZO Fire Department as the aircraft taxied into position for takeoff. …

High school seniors planning to attend Glen Oaks Community College are encouraged to apply for the President’s Scholarship and Dean’s Scholarship for the 2023-24 academic year. To be eligible, students must be a 2023 graduate from a public or private high school in St. Joseph County or within the Glen Oaks service area. For the President’s Scholarship, students must have …

A St. Joseph County official is facing several charges after being accused for sexually assaulting a woman more than 12 years ago. Fabius Township Supervisor Kenneth Linn was charged with four counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel and Kalamazoo County Prosecutor Jeff Getting announced Wednesday. Linn, 57, is accused of assaulting the female victim while …

A Centreville man who led authorities on a pursuit that exceeded 100 miles per hour was found guilty during a one-day jury trial this week. Prosecutor David Marvin said a jury found Daniel Wagner, 41, guilty of fleeing/eluding an officer – fourth degree – as a habitual offender. The verdict was announced Tuesday. Marvin said the charge stems from a …

Deputies from the St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Department are investigating a breaking-and-entering incident that took place earlier this month in Flowerfield Township. Investigators were called to a residence in the 14000 Block of Floating Bridge Road, where entry was forced to a residence. The incident occurred between Friday last week and Tuesday. Authorities said it appears a variety of power …

A Sturgis Middle School student remains unconscious after she was struck by a car while waiting for her school bus Monday morning in Fawn River Township. Sturgis Public Schools officials said the family of 13-year-old Adriyanna Spillner issued an update on her medical condition. Spillner’s family told school officials she has a brain injury and faces a long road to …

St. Joseph County Animal Control is hosting a Halloween trick-or-treat and “Empty the Shelter” event later this week. Agency officials said the family-friendly event starts at 3 p.m. Friday and concludes at 6 o’clock. There will be a kids’ costume contest, scavenger hunt, Halloween coloring station, candy, treats and drinks. Participants will have the opportunity to spend time with the shelter’s adoptable …

The source behind a home explosion in Three Rivers last month has been identified by authorities. According to WWMT, the home in the 1500 block of 8th Street exploded due to butane, used to excrete THC from marijuana. Butane is extremely flammable and can explode if ignited, according to the police report. It was also reported that a small amount …