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A pedestrian was hospitalized after being struck by a car last week in Cass County’s Howard Township. Cass County Sheriff’s Department officials said deputies responded around 6 p.m. Friday to a report of a car-versus-pedestrian incident at the intersection of Barron Lake Road and Cliffield Court. Authorities said Donald Walsh, 78, was crossing the street when he was struck by …

A Calhoun County man was arrested following a stabbing incident last week in Branch County’s Sherwood Township. Sheriff Fred Blankenship says deputies responded to the 200 block of Wheatfield Drive in response to a report of a subject who had been stabbed. Deputies soon discovered a man with stab wounds to his hands and arm. A 42-year-old Battle Creek man …

Kellogg Community Credit Union kicks off its annual toy drive today. Now in its 23rd year, the drive results in toys and gifts provided to local children. This year, all KCCU branches are supporting local organizations dedicated to bringing holiday joy to children of all ages. KCCU is looking for donations of gift cards, and unwrapped toys and games for …

All three St. Joseph County varsity football teams, as well as Bronson High School, saw their season come to a close over the weekend. In the second round of Michigan High School Athletic Association playoff action, Three Rivers fell in a Division 4 road contest against Vicksburg, 21-17. The game came down to the final play but the Wildcats were …

This week we celebrate Veterans Day. It’s the time to honor all veterans of our Armed Forces and to also remember November 11, 1918. It was on this day that the Armistice was signed ending World War I. There are several ways that our veterans will be honored. A couple of restaurants will offer a FREE meal to veterans on …

St. Joseph County Road Commission is promoting a current employee to oversee the Centreville-based agency. Garrett Myland, assistant manager and engineer, was chosen to replace current manager John Lindsey, who plans to retire at the end of January. Myland’s appointment was made during the road commission board’s Oct. 29 special meeting. The 39-year-old Myland will assume the role Feb. 1. …

A Three Rivers woman who faces charges related to criminal-sexual conduct has waived her preliminary examination. St. Joseph County Prosecutor Deb Davis said the next step for the case against 28-year-old Kaitlyn Sands is a Circuit Court status conference. Investigators have alleged Sand met the victims through her work as a contract employee in food services at Mendon Jr./Sr. High …

Glen Oaks Community College officials said students can expect renewed energy in campus life, as Danielle Stone steps into her role as the college’s first dean of student engagement. Stone began her position this week, bringing more than a decade of experience in student development, residential life and inclusive leadership. She will oversee areas that include athletics, housing and residential …

Burr Oak Township Library and Burr Oak Grange are co-hosting the second annual Burr Oak Mitten Tree Fundraiser. Donations of mittens, hats, scarves, or other winter apparel are used to decorate a Christmas tree at Burr Oak Library through Dec. 15. All donations are then divided, and donated to various schools and organizations around St. Joseph County to children and …

Glen Oaks Community College has announced the hiring of Sam Waniewski as men’s basketball head coach for the 2025-26 season. School officials said Waniewski’s experience and reputation for scouting, recruiting, skill-development and academic oversight made him stand out during the search process, which began in late September. He has helped guide the Vikings to a 2-0 start this year. Glen …