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In Tuesday’s countywide election, voters overwhelmingly approved a millage-renewal request being sought by St. Joseph County Central Dispatch to continue support for 9-1-1 service. Unofficial results indicate 89 percent of the voters approved the proposal, while just 11 percent were opposed. The millage rate will be lowered from its current rate of 1 mill to a nine-tenths of a mill. …

In the Three Rivers mayor’s race, incumbent Tom Lowry was defeated by newcomer Angel Johnston. Johnston received 63 percent of the vote, while Lowry had 35 percent. Write-in candidate Nathan Walden garnered 1 percent. Lowry has served as the city’s mayor for 26 years. The other city commission seats were uncontested: incumbent Torrey Brown was the at-large candidate, incumbent Pat …

Voters in the Constantine Public Schools boundaries approved a request to renew the district’s operating millage at its statutory maximum by a 57 to 43 percent tally. The school district will now restore its operating millage to 18 mills for a seven year period. The current rate is 16-point-7 mills, a reduction due to the Headlee Amendment.

St. Joseph County’s largest employer has received incentives from the state to upgrade its Three Rivers facility. American Axle & Manufacturing is working on a $133 million upgrade project at its facility in Three Rivers, according to Michigan Economic Development Corporation. The project includes new machinery, upgrading its roof and HVAC system, and wastewater treatment system. Also, impending work includes …

St. Joseph County Road Commission will have a vacancy on its board starting Jan. 1. Any county resident interested in being considered for the six-year term is invited to complete a Citizens Interest Form, which can be located on the county’s website. The board meets twice a month at the agency’s Centreville-based headquarters. Its members are paid $7,500 a year.

Three Rivers Health Auxiliary is encouraging the public to remember or honor someone while supporting a local cause at the same time. Lights of Love has returned for the 2025 Christmas season. Donations will help support the purchase of a Senaptec Sensory Station, a vital tool to enhance motor skills for rehabilitation patients. A monetary gift of $5 will place …

It’s time to “Stuff-A-Truck” for those in need. The Three Rivers Lions Club needs everyone’s help to do just that for this upcoming Thanksgiving. Everyone is invited to come on down to Hardings’ Market, 808 West Michigan Avenue in Three Rivers on Saturday, November 22 from 10 AM until 2 PM. You’ll be able to grab a bag and fill …

St. Joseph County is participating in an event spearheaded by the National Association of Counties and National Association of County Veterans Service Officers. The 2025 Operation Green Light starts Tuesday and continues through Nov. 11. The Historic Courthouse in Centreville will shine bright in green as part of the national initiative recognizing the service and sacrifices of America’s veterans. County …

A step toward a growing facility for a local marijuana dispensary was OK’d by Three Rivers City Commission members last week. The potential agreement provides Confluence Cannabis the right to purchase 5.5 acres of land on the west side of the city’s industrial park. The transaction is predicated on Confluence’s commitment to build a licensed cannabis-cultivation facility on the parcel. …

A promotion to boost holiday commerce in downtown Vicksburg is making its debut in 2025. Vicksburg Village Manager Jim Mallery provided details related to “Burg Bucks” to members of the Village Council Oct. 20. The program is offered thanks to a $25,000 grant the municipality secured through the Vicksburg Foundation. Mallery said Burg Bucks is a gift-card program specific to …