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Colon Community Schools invites the public to lend a voice in its search for a new superintendent. With the resignation of Rachel Kowalski, who has taken the job of chief administrator of Saline Area Schools in Washtenaw County, Colon Community Schools has set up a survey to gather feedback on the qualities, experience and priorities the community seeks in its …

Here’s a reminder that St. Joseph County Conservation District’s 2025 River Cleanup season begins in less than a month. The agency’s 15th summer cleanup features four sessions, with the first coming up June 27 on the Prairie River from Centreville Canoe Park to Hoshel Canoe Park in Lockport Township. The three-and-a-half-mile route is one of the most popular water trails …

A man and a Cassopolis Police Department patrol car he allegedly stole have been found. Cassopolis Police Chief Todd McMichael did not disclose when or where the suspect and the vehicle were found, but said the public is safe from potential harm possibly caused by the man. The suspect was in the process of being arrested around 1 p.m. at …

A St. Joseph County native saw his proverbial 15 minutes of fame come to an end Wednesday after bowing out on an episode of the TV game show, Jeopardy. Tyler Griffith, a 2009 Sturgis High School graduate, won Tuesday’s episode, albeit with a total accumulation of just $799. On Wednesday, he returned in search of a second consecutive victory but …

Cassopolis Police Chief Todd McMichael has issued a warning about a suspect considered a threat to society after stealing a squad car Wednesday. The suspect was in the process of being arrested around 1 p.m. at an undisclosed location in the city. He managed to not only avoid arrest, but entered a marked patrol car and flee the scene. The …

The village of Colon has announced details related to it 2025 farmers market. It takes place 7 to 11 a.m. Saturdays starting June 7 and ending Oct. 25 at Colon Community Park. Fee for vendors is $10 for up to two picnic tables. More information is available from Kristie Boals at 386-0675.

Cass County is poised to hire a new county administrator. County officials said the board of commissioners conducted a special meeting last week and agreed to offer a contract to Patrick Jordan. Jordan, who most recently served as administrator of Ionia County, would replace Matthew Newton, who resigned late last year. The county’s highest-ranking, non-elected position has been filled on …

A unique store that offers incentives to expectant mothers and parents to encourage responsibility and improve self-esteem is opening in Three Rivers next week. B.A.B.E. focuses on parents and parents-to-be, offering coupons for keeping prenatal appointments, attending parenting classes, and other activities that improve child development and family health. Doctors, clinics and other social-service agencies distribute B.A.B.E. coupons, which can …

Vicksburg residents are going to see improved streets starting this summer. In advance of the village’s 2025-26 fiscal year – which starts July 1 – council members have started to review and approve expenditures within the upcoming budget. The budget itself is expected to be passed June 30. During their May 19 meeting, council members were provided details about impending …

A Clare County man was convicted last week in Centreville for sexually assaulting a relative two decades ago. Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel said 69-year-old Geral Whitney was found guilty by a jury for one count of first-degree criminal sexual conduct and two counts of second-degree criminal sexual conduct. The trial concluded earlier this month. Authorities said the Harrison resident …