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Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport officials have issued a media release related to United Airlines’ returning service to Chicago O’Hare. Airport director Craig Williams said the service was to begin in late April but has hit a snag. Due to temporary capacity constraints in Chicago, the Federal Aviation Administration has placed operational restrictions affecting United Airlines and American Airlines. As a …

On Saturday, April 11, the Fraternal Order of Eagles #2303 will host a Silent Auction for Three Rivers Area Mentoring (TRAM) from 5 until 8 PM. The lodge is located at 715 East Hoffman in Three Rivers. The cost is $20 per person and you’ll have a choice of either Walleye or Chicken Tenders. Included with the entree will be …

St. Joseph County United Way officials recently celebrated the completion of their new facility. The new office is at 62527 Shimmel Road, just south of the St. Joseph County Intermediate School District. The new site offers more space than what was previously available as a tenant in a strip plaza in Centreville. Agency director Kelly Hostetler and her staff moved …

Branch County authorities recently concluded a lengthy drug investigation, culminating with the arrest of two people. Sheriff Fred Blankenship said deputies executed a search warrant Friday at a residence in the 900 block of Weaver Road in Bronson Township. He said deputies recovered in excess of 320 grams of crystal meth, an undisclosed quantity of mushrooms and items commonly associated …

White Pigeon Township Library has announced the lineup for its annual “Summertime Tunes” series. Director Perri Saunders said the four-week, live-music presentation starts July 1 with the Whistle Pigs, a band specializing in classic rock. On July 8, songwriters Kyle Joe & Friends will perform. The third week of the series showcases the R&B/Motown sounds of Tony Fields and Doug …

Here’s a reminder that South Michigan Food Bank is starting its monthly Mobile Market program today. Fresh produce, dairy and meal kits will be available at the distribution. The recurring event takes place at two area locations the first Thursday of the month, through October. Pick-up locations are from 9 to 11 a.m. at White Pigeon Catholic Church on U.S. …

Sheriff Chad Spence reports that in the early hours of Tuesday, March 31, 2026, deputies responded to the 400 block of North Swan Street in Colon for a report of a missing 5-year-old child. A search was conducted, and the child was located unconscious in a stream between Palmer Lake and Sturgeon Lake within the Village of Colon. Lifesaving measures …

The Branch-Hillsdale-St. Joseph Community Health Agency is kicking off its 2026 “Lock It Up” campaign. Lock It Up provides the opportunity to safely store marijuana, medications and edibles, which may look like a fruit snack to children. Agency officials said the 2026 campaign has partnered with local agencies to distribute safe-storage locking bags. Residents can request a bag by visiting …

The Three Rivers Fire Department has issued an advisory, asking residents to not burn yard waste or tree debris. Department officials said burning brush and yard waste has the potential to lead to uncontrolled fires caused by dry grass, leaves and vegetation. The risk is compounded on windy days, fire personnel said. Residents may dispose of organic yard waste at …

Glen Oaks Community College last week hosted its second annual “Day of Service.” College employees and students broke into seven groups and offered their services to better St. Joseph County. Glen Oaks President Bryan Newton started the benevolent gesture a year ago with the intent of it becoming a meaningful tradition rooted in service, collaboration and community engagement. Projects ranged …