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An Arkansas man was injured following a one-vehicle crash earlier this week in Cass County’s Calvin Township. Sheriff’s deputies responded around 5:30 a.m. Monday to a location on Calvin Center Road, south of Calvin Hill Street. Investigators said 34-year-old Humberto Navaro, of Jacksonville, Ark., was driving north on Calvin Center Road when he lost control of his vehicle. Authorities said …

An agreement with six different St. Joseph County unions appears imminent. County administrator Teresa Cupp provided an update on the situation during Tuesday’s executive committee meeting. She said the county and the six unions – which represent about 60 people in all – have ratified the tentative agreements and the only action necessary is board of commissioners approval next week. …

Four people will likely be recommended to three different county panels next week. St. Joseph County Board of Commissioners discussed the potential appointments during their executive committee meeting Tuesday. Stephen Wolf is being recommended for the newly established Materials Management Planning Committee. Meanwhile, Fabius Township resident Eric Shafer is set to be re-appointed to the county’s Board of Public Works. …

Coldwater Police officers arrested two people over the weekend stemming from an issue related to the discharge of pepper spray. According to authorities, officers were summoned at 11 p.m. Saturday to a location on South Monroe Street after fielding a report of pepper spray used on subjects who were not identified. The two people arrested are charged with aggravated assault. …

Constantine Village Council members agreed last week to pursue a state grant through the state’s “MI Neighborhood” program. During their Feb. 3 council meeting, municipal officials decided to pursue what could amount to up to $400,000. Clayton Lyczynski, St. Joseph County Human Resources Commission housing coordinator, said the Michigan State Housing Development Authority still has $11 million of a $30 …

Cass County Sheriff’s Department deputies last week arrested two people on drug-related offenses stemming from separate incidents. In the first case, the agency received a search warrant for a home on Louise Avenue in Dowagiac. Deputies said they found methamphetamine and meth paraphernalia inside the residence. Authorities said a 43-year-old man was taken into custody. Meanwhile, on the same day, …

Branch County Sheriff’s Department deputies recently recovered weapons and drugs at a Coldwater Township residence. Items retrieved include multiple firearms, stolen property and a significant quantity of methamphetamine, investigators said. Occupants of the home are expected to be charged with possession of stolen property, possession of drugs with intent to deliver and firearms-related offenses, sheriff Fred Blankenship said.

A business new to downtown Colon opened to a large and enthusiastic crowd over the weekend. Farrand Hall Bakery has opened at 214 E. State St. Opening-day sales were strong and community sentiment seemed to reflect a positive vibe for having such a business in the village’s downtown district. Farrand Hall also has a market storefront at 113 E. State …

This Friday, February 14, is Valentines Day. We should let our loved ones how much they mean to us everyday, but Valentines Day is special. For that person closest to your heart, treat them with flowers, a special gift, dinner out, or a couple of Hershey bars. Above all, tell them that you love them and will be there for …

Cass County Sheriff’s Department deputies last week arrested two people on drug-related offenses stemming from separate incidents. In the first case, the agency received a search warrant for a home on Louise Avenue in Dowagiac. Deputies said they found methamphetamine and meth paraphernalia inside the residence. Authorities said a 43-year-old man was taken into custody. Meanwhile, on the same day, …