An Elkhart man died last week after the bicycle he was operating was struck by a car in Cass County’s Ontwa Township. Chief Douglas Westrick of the Ontwa Township Edwardsburg Police Department said the incident occurred shortly before 9 p.m. Friday on U.S. 12, near Garver Lake Road. Authorities said 30-year-old Austin Carter was riding his bike eastbound when it …
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Salvation Army needs donations
Sturgis Salvation Army officials are appealing to the public for help with a need for donations. There is a need for food items. Suggested items include peanut butter, pasta, pasta sauce, canned vegetables and beans, cereal, macaroni and cheese, box mixes and canned meats. Donations can be dropped off between 9 and 5 Monday through Friday at the Salvation Army …
Read More »Out and About – Week of September 30th
Here are six things that we should realize by the time we reach the age of 25. However, most people never understand number six until they turn 40: — Life is 100% better when no one knows anything about you. — You shouldn’t take advice from people who are not where you want to be in life. — Everyone will …
Read More »Construction begins on M-86
Michigan Department of Transportation crews have started a two-week project on a route between Branch and St. Joseph counties. Agency officials said work is taking place on M-86, from an area just west of Coldwater to the Colon village limits. The task involves milling and paving. In addition, crews will attempt to correct a portion of M-86, near Wheeler Road, …
Read More »Sturgis business celebrates milestone
An anchor in downtown Sturgis for several decades celebrated an impressive milestone. Elizabeth Denman, co-owner of Willer’s Shoes, said the store hosted a celebration Friday in honor of Willer’s observing its 90th anniversary. Throughout its history, Willer’s has maintained a presence in downtown Sturgis – opening two doors to the east then after a few years relocating to its current …
Read More »Basil
It’s Autumn time. My name is “Basil”. I am a female, terrier mix, about five years old. I am housetrained and I get along with other dogs, and cats. I am content to be held and loved on. I am only about fourteen inches tall. I am a little skittish with new people, but if you have a treat, I …
Read More »Final days for County clerk
St. Joseph County Clerk Lindsay Oswald is a day away from her final day as a county employee. Oswald, who also serves as register of deeds, chose to not seek re-election to a third, four-year term. Rather than step down when her term expires Dec. 31, however, Oswald is resigning. Friday is her last day. The 45-year-old Three Rivers-area resident …
Read More »Man injured in Cass County shooting
Cass County Sheriff’s Department is investigating a shooting incident that occurred Wednesday in the village of Vandalia. Sheriff Richard Behnke said deputies were advised of an incident that occurred shortly before 2 a.m. in the 18000 block of State Street. Authorities said two males were involved in a disagreement when the argument turned physical. Behnke said a 24-year-old man was shot …
Read More »Volunteers needed for Salvation Army events
The Salvation Army of Kalamazoo is preparing for six, upcoming holiday events and agency officials are issuing a call out for volunteer help. Volunteer coordinator Oliver Knuth said the programs on tap are: Share the Warmth coat drive through the month of October; coat and winter items distribution Nov. 6; bell ringing Nov. 14 through Dec. 24; Thanksgiving dinner for …
Read More »Road work closes Nottawa Township road
St. Joseph County Road Commission has announced a road closure in Nottawa Township. Agency officials said North Angling Road will be closed indefinitely from Centreville village limits to Butler Road. Work crews are pulverizing the road for a re-pavement job. Work will then continue from Butler Road to Nottawa Road. Road commission officials said a public notice will be issued …
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