News

Branch County Sheriff’s Department deputies responded last week to a report of a vehicle that was driven into Coldwater Lake. Sheriff Fred Blankenship said central dispatch received a call shortly before 12:30 a.m. March 14 at Centennial Road and Warren Road in Ovid Township. Investigators said a 19-year-old woman from Benton Harbor was driving south on Centennial Road when she …

A Cass County man who was one of more than two dozen known victims of a lottery scam will receive some level of justice after the perpetrators behind the fraud were recently sentenced. A 37-year-old Florida woman will spend three years in prison for her role in a years-long scam that defrauded millions of dollars. The Cass County man was …

South Michigan Food Bank has announced that a monthly Mobile Market program begins next week. Fresh produce, dairy and meal kits will be available at the April 2 distribution. The recurring event takes place at two area locations the first Thursday of the month, starting in April and concluding in October. Pick-up locations are from 9 to 11 a.m. at …

A fourth daily flight to Detroit’s Metro Airport from Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport begins in June. AZO Director Craig Williams said Delta Airlines is offering the additional flight starting June 7. Williams said the fourth daily flight offers travelers more schedule options and shorter, more efficient layover opportunities, and improved connections through Delta’s Detroit hub. The new flight will depart …

St. Joseph County Circuit Court Judge Paul Stutesman said he wants to make the public aware of a health situation in order to end rumors and speculation. Stutesman last week issued a statement on his Facebook page, where he said he has a rare sarcoma cancer growth in his left thigh. Stutesman said he noticed the growth in November. Treatment …

Three Rivers High School softball program is staging a fundraiser involving a pair of local fire departments. Fabius Park and Three Rivers fire departments will take on the Lady Wildcats varsity softball team April 24 at the high school ball field. A number of family-friendly attractions will be on hand, including fire trucks and an ambulance on display, a basket …

A Coldwater man was arrested following a pursuit earlier this week in Branch County. Sheriff Fred Blankenship said deputies attempted to stop a vehicle at 9:40 p.m. Tuesday at Union City Road and State Street for a traffic violation. The suspect failed to stop, leading to a pursuit that concluded at Virginia Manor Apartments in Coldwater. The 34-year-old suspect was …

Three Rivers city officials said Riverside Cemetery will re-open Saturday, more than two weeks after a tornado caused widespread damage. City crews have worked daily to make the area safe and accessible again, according to a municipal media release. Visitors are asked to use extra care when moving through the grounds, as there may still be some uneven areas, debris …

Pivotal Chief Executive Officer Cameron Bullock has been named a recipient of the Michigan Public 2026 Hometown Health Hero award. Presented by the Michigan Public Health Week Partnership, the award recognizes 10 individuals across the state for their contributions to improving the health and well-being of their communities. Agency officials said Bullock has led Pivotal through its transformation into a …

Cass County Sheriff’s Office wants to make the public aware of a phone scam recently reported. Sheriff Clint Roach said a resident received a phone call that included “No Caller ID” on the phone’s screen. The caller claimed to be from the Cass County Sheriff’s Office and said the would-be-victim has two outstanding warrants for missing jury duty. The resident …