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Ten departments battle fire

A Park Township manufacturing plant sustained heavy damage from a fire early Saturday. Authorities said no injuries were reported as a result of the 1 a.m. fire at Simpson’s Enterprise Inc., located in the 55000 block of Franklin Drive in Park Township. The blaze required the services of 10 area departments. Officials said flames were visible through the roof of …

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State house approves car insurance revision

State Rep. Aaron Miller joined House legislators last week in giving approval to a proposal that brings lower car-insurance prices to residents and families across the state, primarily through consumer choice. The plan guarantees lower rates for all drivers in Michigan, mending the state’s no-fault system and reducing what currently is the highest average car insurance premium in the nation. …

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Out and About – Week of May 27th

Now that we’re experiencing some great outdoor weather, more and more folks are out riding their bicycles. It’s great exercise and quite an economical way to get Out and About. Here are a few simple suggestions and rules that will make your riding safer: Wear a helmet to protect yourself in case you take a tumble. Ride in the street …

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Assault charges for man in Constantine incident

A 31- year-old Dearborn Heights man is in the St. Joseph County jail on several assault charges. Robert Brueck faces charges of attempted murder, home invasion, possessing body armor and several other weapons offenses, according to authorities. Investigators said Central Dispatch responded around 6:30 a.m. Wednesday to a home in the 62000 block of Youngs Prairie Road in Constantine Township to …

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Miller announces in-district office hours

State Rep. Aaron Miller has announced an in-district office hour location for the month of May. Miller said the monthly regular office hours allow him to connect directly with his constituents. He said he enjoys the opportunity to have a sit-down discussion and hear what people have to say. Miller will be available 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 31 …

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Constantine discussing wastewater treatment plant options

Constantine village manager Mark Honeysett gave a brief update Monday on the village’s plan to build a wastewater treatment plant. The village currently pipes waste to a treatment plant in Three Rivers, and a sewer treatment contract between the village and Three Rivers expired in 2016. USDA offers a long-term loan through World Development, Honeysett said, and building a plant …

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Sturgis selects new principal

Sturgis Public Schools Board of Education has selected Nick Herblet as principal at Sturgis High School. Herblet has 10 years of experience in educational administration as Lakeview Community Schools assistant principal/ athletic director, Ithaca Public Schools assistant principal/athletic director, Sturgis High School assistant principal, and Congress and Wenzel elementary principal. Prior to his career in educational administration, he worked nine …

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Annie

I am “Annie”.  I am looking for a new home.  I am a year old, tri colored, female aussie mix.  I am super sweet, and partially housebroke and I know a few commands.  I am getting my spay surgery and will be available to be adopted Friday, May 24,2019.My docket number is 46202, at the St. Joseph County Animal Control …

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Two people injured in Constantine

Two people were injured following an incident Wednesday in Constantine Township. Details were limited but deputies from the St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Department were called to the 62000 block of Youngs Prairie Road in response to a report that two people received stab wounds. More information is expected to be released today.

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Sturgis Schools discontinue Fawn River School lease

Sturgis Public Schools Board of Education voted Monday to discontinue the lease at the former Fawn River School and prepare the property for sale. Ray Sterling, director of finance for the district, said it was recommended by the finance committee not to renew the lease at the property for the 2019-20 school year. That lease expires June 30, at which time the …

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