Schools

A group of third-grade students from Colon Elementary has assisted with an outdoor project spearheaded by the St. Joseph County Pheasants Forever chapter. Principal Jill Braman said 34 students aided with hand-seeding a half-acre pollinator plot. The area covered is a part of the high school’s John VanWinkle Cross Country course. They were aided by five Pheasants Forever members, including …

St. Joseph County United Way is nearing the end of its annual holiday promotion known as “Grinching Time.” Agency officials described “Grinching” as the act of eagerly giving to those in need. The focus is on low-income families, especially those with children who may not otherwise receive Christmas presents this year. United Way officials have set a goal of collecting …

Department of Health and Human Services of St. Joseph and Cass counties is seeking any agency, church, organization or person willing to adopt a family for Christmas. Interested parties are asked to contact Darcy Borden, social service specialist, by phoning 269-303-4226.

A security agreement between Glen Oaks Community College and the St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Department has been implemented. A three-year contract was established earlier this year, resulting in the Centreville-area campus receiving security service from the sheriff’s department. The arrangement started Nov. 18. Capt. T.J. Baker will serve as campus safety director, overseeing weekday security operations. Baker said a greater …

YMCA Camp Eberhart is offering its latest, annual Christmas tree decoration. The limited-edition 2024 ornament is issued as a thank you to donors who contribute a gift of $100 or more. This year’s ornament features the talent of the camp’s photography program, which uses digital photography to teach campers how to capture special memories. Campers were able to take advantage …

A 29-year-old Vicksburg man faces a trio of charges after the vehicle he was driving struck and killed a 10-year-old boy earlier this week in Sherman Township. The victim was identified as Anthony Miller of Sturgis. Logan Thomas was arraigned Tuesday before St. Joseph County District Court Judge Jeff Middleton. Thomas is charged with felony operating a motor vehicle while …

St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Department deputies and troopers from Michigan State Police successfully found an elderly woman who was reported missing last week in Burr Oak Township. According to a sheriff’s department media release, deputies responded around 1:30 a.m. Thursday to the 32000 block of Fawn River Road. Family members told authorities an 83-year-old woman had been reported missing. The …

Great Start Collaborative of St. Joseph County has announced the start of a community book read. “Managing Emotional Mayhem” is described as “much like building a fortress of strength for your feelings,” according to coordinator Stephanie Zann. She called the novel a well-crafted blueprint that confronts limiting beliefs, equips with vital life skills and illuminates a path in guiding children …

Members of the Cassopolis School Board of Education recently took an in-depth look at plans related to the district’s long-term facilities plans. It appears the district is likely to put before voters a $42.2 million proposal, requiring support of the district’s registered voters, who could be asked in May next year whether to support a no-millage-increase bond. Proposed projects discussed …

Here’s a reminder that St. Joseph County United Way is in the midst of its annual coat drive. The public is invited to drop off new or gently used coats. In addition, the agency is collecting new or gently used boots and gloves. New items can be dropped off at the Centreville-based agency between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Used …