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A Three Rivers Community Schools bus was involved in what district officials called a minor incident last week. The crash occurred Friday morning. According to the district’s social media, no one was hurt and the school arranged for another bus to get its passengers to school while notifying families of students involved. The district conveyed its thanks to everyone who …

Charges are being sought for a father whose 3-year-old died in August after being left in a car at a Vicksburg supermarket. Kalamazoo County Sheriff’s Office announced Thursday it is seeking charges of child abuse by leaving a child in a vehicle resulting in death. The child died Aug. 13 in a car parked at the Family Fare grocery store …

A St. Joseph County teenager has been awarded a $2,000 pre-college scholarship through Michigan State University. St. Joseph County 4-H officials said eighth-grade student Bella Webb is the recipient. Students in eighth to eleventh grades for 2024-25 who attended an MSU summer pre-college program in the summer of 2024 were eligible to apply for the award. Webb participated in 4-H …

St. Joseph County Transportation Authority wishes to advise county residents that a complimentary shuttle service will be available next week. Starting at 7 p.m. Nov. 27, the Three Rivers-based agency will provide a free ride anywhere from and to a location in St. Joseph County until 2 a.m. Nov. 28. Rides will not be given, however, to a bar or …

Former St. Joseph County Prosecutor John McDonough was arrested last month on an alcohol-related charge. According to the Three Rivers Commercial-News, the 44-year-old McDonough was arrested on a charge of operating while intoxicated – second offense – shortly before 10 p.m. Oct. 30 in Three Rivers. The Commercial-News stated a vehicle allegedly driven by McDonough was stopped on West Michigan …

St. Joseph County Intermediate School District Superintendent Teresa Belote recently won a notable prize as part of a random drawing. A pool of more than 200 names were in a so-called “impact drawing” conducted by Michigan Association of Superintendents and Administrators. MASA Impact uplifts Michigan communities by supporting school leaders in initiatives that make a difference. Thanks to the win, …

St. Joseph County Diaper Bank has announced the dates of its upcoming distribution cycle. Stephanie Zann, Great Start Collaborative coordinator, said the 2025 Diaper Bank Grant has taken a cut for the current fiscal year and, as a result, there will be a reduction in the number of events offered. Distributions are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 12, March …

Three area varsity football teams advanced toward a state championship following victories last weekend. The next step for Mendon, Constantine and Schoolcraft will be taken this weekend. In 8-man, Division 1 action, Mendon, 10-1, hosted Martin High School last weekend and claimed a 26-22 win. The Hornets are one win away from playing for a state title but first must …

St. Joseph County Prosecutor David Marvin has released the name of the suspect of a two-car crash that killed a Constantine couple. Marvin said Rayheim Rajaai Robinson, a 22-year-old White Pigeon resident, faces two counts of reckless driving causing death and driving on a suspended license causing death, related to an incident in Florence Township. Authorities were called at 9:30 …

Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy has been honored with the 2024 “Governors Service Award.” The agency’s “Privateers,” its “Wednesday Warriors” and its “Seed Collectors and Pluggers” have been honored with the 2024 Governors Service Award in the “Community Impact” category. Program volunteers have been instrumental in protecting and restoring habitat across southwest Michigan, according to Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy officials. In …