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St. Joseph County Substance Abuse Task Force invites the public to learn more about the agency’s annual Opioid Prevention and Awareness campaign. Each week, Substance Abuse Task Force members will post information on their Facebook page. The goal, according to prevention specialist Mikayla Finnerman, is to spread awareness throughout the community. She said the promotion aligns with Centers For Disease …

One description of Third Avenue is “Runs Easterly from Soldier Monument to the Cemetery”. The Sailor Soldiers Monument at the intersection of Main and Michigan (3rd Ave.) was erected and dedicated June 20, 1893 in honor of the Civil War veterans. It ‘s cost and placement was voted by the citizens. It’s removal was and still is sometimes decried by …

Cass County Sheriff’s Department is investigating a suspicious death at a residence in Newberg Township. Sheriff Clint Roach said deputies were called to perform a welfare check at 8 a.m. Thursday in the 11000 block of Born Street. After knocks on the door went unanswered, deputies looked inside the home and observed a man on the floor in the kitchen …

Constantine municipal officials have issued a reminder about placement of temporary signs within village limits. First, signs promoting businesses or services are not allowed. Next, yard and garage sale signs, campaign signs and event signs are permitted but must be removed within 30 days of the event’s conclusion. Signs may not be placed on utility or light poles, or in …

Michigan State Police are continuing to investigate the recent theft of a bulldozer from a location in Park Township. Troopers said the bulldozer was stolen Oct. 10 from a location in the 52000 block of Lang Road. Authorities said the suspects drove it several miles across fields and on roadways. The bulldozer was abandoned in a field near the intersection …

If you didn’t make it to the American Legion on October 11, you missed a fantastic Burger Night fundraiser, thanks to Molly and T.J. from Mr. B’s Dairy Bar. Together, they grilled Burger Baskets with all proceeds going to American Legion Post #170. Everyone had a choice of either regular burgers or cheese burgers, each including a generous portion of …

St. Joseph County 911 Central Dispatch has issued a media release to remind registered voters about an impending millage-renewal request. If approved, the agency’s request will lower its millage rate to an even nine-tenths of a mill. The current rate is 1 mill. The millage to support Central Dispatch was last renewed in May 2018, the fourth consecutive successful request …

Great Start Collaborative of St. Joseph County is sponsoring upcoming courses that might benefit new parents and parents of young children. The first, “Raising Humans 101,” is an opportunity to connect with other parents, and learn how to support a child’s growth and development. The two-day session will be offered 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 1 and 8 at …

Officers from Three Rivers and Constantine conducted a search warrant this week at a residence in the 500 block of 9th Street in an attempt to retrieve stolen property. Chief Scott Boling said officers served the search warrant and, in the process, encountered nearly a dozen subjects on the property while five more people exited the residence. During questioning of …

Organizers behind an event overseen by St. Joseph County Probation/Parole Office are seeking assistance in the form of gift cards as a reward. The office is hosting an art contest for probationers and parolees as part of its “Offender Success Program.” The event is described as a pro-social activity to help support, encourage and mentor offenders in a positive manner. …