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TR alumni make donation to Promise

A group of Three Rivers High School alumni recently made a donation to the TR Promise. Representatives from the Class of 1975 presented $4,700 to TR Promise President Tom Lowry. TR Promise was established to give college scholarships to every future Three Rivers High School graduate and continues to climb closer to reaching its funding goal.

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Sheriff’s Department honors veterans

In honor of Veterans Day, Sheriff Chad Spence and the St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Department earlier this week honored its employees who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. Agency employees recognized during a ceremony Monday were: Undersheriff Dave Northrop, Sgt. Kevin Penn, Det. Davantae Jennings and Deputy TJ Baker, of the United States Marine Corps; Det.-Sgt. Kevin Brooks, Deputy …

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Camp Eberhart store closing soon

Camp Eberhart is in the final days before closing its 2025 online store. Camp officials invite the public to explore the collection of clothing and accessories, which they said is ideal for Christmas gifts or upcoming birthdays. A number of items, including Camp Eberhart’s annual Christmas ornament, will be available exclusively online, but for a limited time. A link to …

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Pedestrian hit by car in Cass County

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 …

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Man arrested following Sherwood Township stabbing

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 …

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KCCU begins toy drive

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 …

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TR playoff run ends

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 …

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Out and About – Week of November 10th

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 …

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Road commission appoints next manager

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. …

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Preliminary examination waived by TR woman in CSC case

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 …

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