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Two Cass County residents were arrested on drug-related offenses last week. According to sheriff’s deputies, members of the Cass County Drug Enforcement Team joined forces with Michigan Department of Corrections to conduct an investigation into suspected drug activity. At 5 p.m. Thursday, officials from the two agencies responded to a residence in the 300 block of Orchard Street in Dowagiac. …

Here’s a reminder that organizers of the 2025 Three Rivers Water Festival are seeking participants in next week’s opening-night parade. The procession starts at 7 p.m. June 12. Applications are online through the chamber’s website. The theme of the 68th Water Festival is “Dive Into the World of Board Game Fun.” The parade starts the three-day community celebration, the first …

Two state police troopers and occupants of two other vehicles escaped injury after a patrol car was rear-ended in eastern Kalamazoo County last week. According to a department media release, the incident occurred at 3 p.m. Thursday on westbound I-94 near mile marker 87. A state police patrol car was parked on the shoulder while troopers rendered assistance to occupants …

A section of Indiana roadway that connects to U.S. 131 in St. Joseph County will be closed starting this week for about three months. The route in question is State Road 13, just south of the Michigan/Indiana state line. Work on a bridge over Intestate 80/90 will result in the road closure. However, project officials said access to the Indiana …

The man who allegedly stole a Cassopolis Police Department squad car has been charged and identified. Marcellus resident Andy Freshour, 42, was charged last week with 17 felony counts stemming from the incident Wednesday. Authorities said Freshour faces 11 weapons-related charges and three counts related to resisting arrest, Cass County officials said. Freshour allegedly stole the squad car as officers …

A state champion from St. Joseph County was crowned over the weekend. The Sturgis High School girls track team captured the Division 2 state title Saturday at Hamilton High School. As a team, Sturgis accumulated 54.2 points, putting it ahead of all other opponents. Goodrich High School was runner-up, with 39 points and Saginaw Swan Valley ended up third with …

I have a very curious mind. Lately, I’ve been wondering about what happens in the dryer when you dry a load of laundry. After each drying load, I have to clean the lint drawer before putting in the next load. The lint comes from my tee shirts, I’m sure. I’m curious about how many times will I be able to …

Here’s a reminder that Centreville Public Schools is hosting a Michigan Department of Education Office of Health and Nutrition Services summer-feeding program with breakfast and lunch meals to go starting in less than two weeks. Marilyn Rosewarne, director of dining services, said the program is open to children 18 years of age and younger, as well as anyone 26 or younger mentally or …

St. Joseph County Road Commission has announced details related to a number of upcoming projects. John Lindsey, manager of the Centreville-based agency, said Bennett Road in Leonidas and Colon townships is scheduled for paving starting Monday. Also Monday, chip-seal season begins. Lindsey said the procedure starts with an application of oil applied, then a layer of stones will be laid …

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 …