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US 12 closure for Sturgis Fest

Taking advantage of the closure of U.S. 12 due to Sturgis Fest, Sturgis city crews plan to perform repairs centering on failing pavement around manhole structures in the westbound lane of U.S. 12. There will be a full closure at Clay Street through Wednesday afternoon. No thru-traffic will be allowed west of the U.S. 12 and Clay Street traffic signal …

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Petition filed to recall White Pigeon supervisor

A White Pigeon Township resident filed a recall petition last week in an attempt to remove Supervisor Don Gloy from office. County clerk Lindsay Oswald said the petition was turned in Friday by resident Anita Casada. In the petition, Casada stated several reasons in support of the recall attempt. She alleges that Gloy has established a pattern of aggressive, unpredictable …

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Florence Township man found guilty on several counts

A Florence Township man was found guilty by a jury trial last week in St. Joseph County Circuit Court. Prosecutor David Marvin said Michael Grassnick, 45, was found guilty Wednesday of possession with intent to deliver methamphetamine, carrying a concealed weapon, resisting and obstructing police, and felony firearm following a trial lasting a day and a half. Grassnick’s arrest stems …

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United Way accepting silent auction donations

The St. Joseph County United Way is appealing to the public to help with a popular, annual fundraiser. Agency director Kelly Hostetler said she and her staff are preparing for the annual silent auction at the St. Joseph County Grange Fair. They are looking for different items to include in the auction, and can range from home décor to appliances …

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Police investigate Sturgis shooting

Sturgis Police officers are investigating a shooting that took place last week. According to a department media release, officers were called at 5 a.m. Thursday to the 700 block of St. Joseph Street. Investigators said gunshots were fired at a house. No injuries were reported.

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Out and About – Week of June 19th

The Sixty-Sixth Annual Three Rivers Water Festival is now in the history books, and what a festival it was. The weather cooperated and it seems everyone had a good time. Many thanks to all the sponsors for their support. You’ll want to check the local news and newspaper for information on the other festivals going on this summer. Colon, White …

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Diezel

Shyness is what I am dealing with here.  My name is Diezel, and my owner had to place me here.  I am a Husky pit mix, and I am eight months old and I get along with other dogs and kids.  Even though I am shy I am gentle and sweet.  My docket number is 54997, at the St. Joseph …

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Centreville school board approves sale of bonds

Fresh off a successful millage-increase request, Centreville Board of Education members this week approved the sale of bonds to support the first phase of building improvements. During a special meeting Monday, the seven-member board OK’d the sale of bonds not to exceed $4.5 million. The amount represents about a quarter of the $17.1 million generated as a result of the …

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Huss Project hosts weekly farmers market

Here is more information about the Huss Project’s weekly farmers market. The markets take place 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays and will include, produce, cheese, honey, eggs and syrup. “Second Saturdays,” meanwhile, will feature an art market, food trucks and live music. The Huss Project is located at the former Huss School, 1008 8th St. More information is available …

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Satellite courthouse project progresses

Officials from the company tasked with overseeing construction of a satellite courthouse for use by a few St. Joseph County departments said progress is being made. During Tuesday’s executive committee meeting, project manager Jennifer Sawyer told county commissioners selective demolition has begun and bids from contractors handling specific components of the task have been chosen. Approximately 20,000-square-feet of the former …

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