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A Centreville woman was injured in a two-vehicle crash last week in Nottawa Township. Sheriff Mark Lillywhite said deputies were called shortly after 3:30 a.m. Wednesday to the area of M-86 and Rambadt Road. Investigators found that a 65-year-old woman was driving west on M-86 when her vehicle crossed the centerline and struck a semi-tractor trailer heading east. The woman …

Officials from the Three Rivers Water Festival have announced a new addition will return to the 2022 community celebration. Shredder Motor Sports and an upgraded version of their Monster Truck will participate in the festival’s opening-day parade and then offer rides in the parking area near the railroad tracks, just east of Scidmore Park. Rides will be offered following the …

Michigan State Police troopers are investigating a car-versus-pedestrian incident that occurred last week in Branch County’s Sherwood Township. State police said troopers were called at 8:40 p.m. Thursday to M-60, near Stanton Road. Investigators said a vehicle was parked and facing the wrong direction on M-60. The investigation shows a person was stopped to retrieve their mail. The driver of …

A 41-year-old Three Rivers man was arrested on drug-related charges after he attempted to elude authorities last week. Sheriff Mark Lillywhite said deputies attempted to stop a vehicle at 8 p.m. Jan. 31 in the 63000 block of Lutz Road in Florence Township. The vehicle stopped briefly but its driver sped away and led authorities on a seven-mile pursuit in …

Since the Covid-19 breakout, we are all looking forward to getting Out and About and traveling again. Being able to travel throughout the USA is something we used to take for granted. Now we are all more cautious when planning our travel adventures. I doubt I’ll ever see Disney World or Disneyland again, because of having to deal with air …

The Kalamazoo Wings (23-17-0-0) traveled to Worcester, Massachusetts this past weekend to take on the Railers (16-19-2-1) for a three game set. Things got off on the wrong foot Friday night as the Railers ran over the K-Wings by a score of 5-2.  After jumping out to an early 1-0 lead in the first on a goal by Greg Betzold, …

Three Rivers officials made a significant decision this week, as the city commission on Tuesday approved demolition of the old Three Rivers Hospital. A bid just more than $1 million was approved for the task. The job will be conducted by Bay City-based Dore & Associates. Mayor Tom Lowry said money will come from the city’s general fund. In addition, …

The city of Sturgis this week launched its Sturgis Splash Pad fundraiser as part of an effort to raise $160,000 through corporate and community donations. Meanwhile, one sponsor has already pledged its commitment. Omni Community Credit Union was acknowledged by the city for a $10,000 “Splash Level” sponsorship. All donations will be used to construct the splash pad and make other …

Law-enforcement officials are investigating a breaking-and-entering incident in Branch County’s Bethel Township. Michigan State Police troopers earlier this week were dispatched to the 100 block of South Snow Prairie Road to investigate. The breaking-and-entering is believed to be an ongoing issue, dating as far back as November. No additional details were included in a department media release.

The Constantine Village Council recently voted to sell a commercial lot. The property in question is at 1047 Canaris St. Village officials set a price of $500, plus closing costs. Last month’s action followed a public hearing on the sale of the property. The sale includes demolition and removal of a derelict structure on the property, including asbestos removal. The …