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Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Thursday extended Michigan’s coronavirus emergency declaration through July 16, enabling her to keep intact certain business closures, longer unemployment benefits and other changes after she previously lifted a stay-at-home order. The Democratic governor — who has been gradually reopening the state — hopes to let gyms, movie theaters and bowling alleys restart by July 4. They …

The state of Michigan has lifted the suspension of a barber’s license, but he still faces a hearing for cutting hair while shops and salons were closed by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. An administrative law judge on Tuesday granted the state’s request to lift Karl Manke’s suspension. Regulators said an “imminent threat” to public health no longer exists at the Owosso barbershop. …

A “Juneteenth” community event is scheduled to take place 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday at Free Church Park in Sturgis. Sturgis City Commission members last week approved use of the park for the event. Elise Taylor and fellow organizer Angie Wilson told commissioners “Juneteenth” is a celebration of freedom and African American history, celebrating the day Union troops rode into …

Three Rivers Public Library re-opened this week, though services remain limited, according to interim director Bobbi Schoon. With Tuesday’s re-opening, curbside pickup is available 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays. In addition, students wishing to participate in the library’s Summer Reading program can pick up materials in the same manner. Schoon said returns can be made at the outdoor drop-box. …

The Centreville Village Council has approved a request from The Local restaurant to offer café seating on a temporary basis. Plans are to set up seven picnic tables on the sidewalk in front of its building, with a 40-inch walkway to comply with ADA requirements. While the approval is for a temporary setup, if the arrangement works well, owner Dan …

In the absence of Abbott’s Magic Get-Together in Colon this summer, FAB Magic owner Rick Fisher plans to host “Magic Flea Market and Auction” with free, live entertainment. It will be held 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Aug. 7 and 8 at the FAB Magic Campus on M-86, at the east edge of town. Fisher said a portion of the …

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said Wednesday she is optimistic about a return to in-person instruction at K-12 schools in the fall, announcing she will release further guidance on June 30. The governor said she will issue an executive order that will provide details on what will be required to reopen schools and what will be recommended. Schools were closed in March …

Three Rivers police have released the name of the victim in a fatal motorcycle accident last weekend. Raymond White, 45, of Three Rivers, died as a result of the accident Sunday in Three Rivers. Officers were called shortly after 9 p.m. to Hoffman Street, in the area of Wood Street, in response to a single-vehicle accident. Upon further investigation, officers …

Three Rivers municipal officials announced city hall is re-opening to the public, though the process is being done in phases. For the rest of the month, city hall will have reduced business hours three days a week. It will be open to the public 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Visitors are asked to wear a face …

Members of the St. Joseph County Intermediate School District board have endorsed a resolution urging federal relief for states and school districts due to COVID-19. The document, which was approved Monday, notes that state and national economies have suffered significantly as a result of the coronavirus. Consequently, local school districts are prepared for severe budget shortfalls, including a potential proration …