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It’s time again for this newspaper’s annual Christmas Wish program. In the next few weeks we are asking readers that find themselves or their family in a dire situation to write us and in detail, tell us what you or…
Mike’s Musings: Holidays are here, enjoy your family
As we partake in a Thanksgiving feast, watch football, and enjoy time with our relatives, I harken back to these words from Apple founder, Steve Jobs, who died at the age of 56, and lamented about his lack of time…
Slow start bounces Constantine from state playoffs in regional final
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director CONSTANTINE — Slow starts can kill a team in football, especially late in the state playoffs.Constantine’s football team learned that firsthand, as the team came up empty on its first three possessions on the way to…
White Pigeon eliminated by defending state champs Whiteford
By Steve Eldridge White Pigeon football coach Shawn Strawser was hoping that the fourth time would be the charm, as the Chiefs squared off against the defending state champion Whiteford Bobcats in the Division 8 playoffs Friday night. Whiteford had…
Obituary: Thomas Phillips Wagner
Thomas Phillips Wagner, 83, of Three Rivers, passed away Friday, November 10, 2023 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born August 29, 1940 in Three Rivers, the son of Logan S. and Mary Aletha (Phillips) Wagner,…
Obituary: Steven H. Mitchell
With great sorrow, we announce the death of our brother. Steven H. Mitchell, age 65 of Mendon, passed away at his home. Steve was born on March 7, 1958 to loving parents Patricia A. (Mitts) Mitchell and John A. Mitchell…
Obituary: Martha Lynn O’Del
Longtime Three Rivers resident, Martha Lynn O’Dell, died Halloween morning on Oct.31, 2023 at Bronson Hospital in Kalamazoo, MI. She was 73. Born July 30, 1950 and raised in Three Rivers, MI, Martha was most recently a resident of Crestwood…
Obituary: Lillian Larson (DeMott)
Larson (DeMott), Lillian of Three Rivers, MI, died suddenly Saturday morning, November 11, 2023. Lillian was born March 4, 1936 in Battle Creek, MI. She attended Immaculate Conception Church. She was a founding member of the Portage Eagles. Lillian loved…
Obituary: Don L. Troyer, M.D.
Don L. Troyer, M.D. died on November 11, 2023 at his home in Three Rivers. He was born on January 13, 1949 to Dana O. Troyer, M.D. and Verna (Burkholder) Troyer in Dhamtari, India, where they were serving as medical…
“Out and About” Television, Veterans Day and Thanksgiving
The first television I remember having was a 17-inch, black and white table model that my parents bought at the Firestone store here in Three Rivers. We got it back in the fifties. Back then, we could get channel three…
Centreville honors veterans withwalk, ceremony
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director CENTREVILLE — An annual Veteran’s Day tradition in Centreville had its biggest outing yet this past weekend.On Saturday, Nov. 11, the village’s Downtown Development Authority sponsored an annual Veteran’s Day salute, which featured a walk along…
Glen Oaks establishes presidential search committee
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director CENTREVILLE — As the search for a new president of Glen Oaks Community College begins, the college’s Board of Trustees recently took an important step toward finding one. On Thursday, Nov. 9, the board approved the…
Frank Perez appointed mayor in Sturgis;Miller maintains vice mayor seat
Frank Perez was appointed mayor of Sturgis on Nov. 13 by the city commission, during its annual organizational meeting.The board’s vote was 6-3.Perez succeeds Jeff Mullins in the post. Mullins has served as mayor for the past two years.Commissioner Richard…
Chamber of Commerce annual dinner honors award-winners, marks organization’s 100th year
By Dennis Volkert Sturgis Area Chamber of Commerce held its annual dinner and awards ceremony Nov. 9 at Sturges-Young Center for the Arts. This is the 100th year of Sturgis chamber of commerce. The ceremony included presentation of awards, recognition of outgoing…
Mike’s Musings: Stem cells for the knee- do they work?
Anyone out there in reader land that has had stem cell injections to repair an arthritic knee?I apologize out of the gate. Many of you don’t want to hear about my personal problems. It seems the older we get the…
Frank Perez appointed mayor in Sturgis
Frank Perez on Monday was appointed mayor of Sturgis by the city commission, during its organizational meeting. The board’s vote was 6-3. Perez succeeds Jeff Mullins in the post. Mullins has served as mayor for the past two years. Commissioner…
Myers named executive director at Sturgis Neighborhood Program
Kathryn Myers has joined Sturgis Neighborhood Program as its next executive director. Myers succeeds longtime director, Monica Smith, who announced her resignation in July. Myers is a graduate of Spring Arbor University and has worked in talent acquisition, human resources…
Constantine wins district title over Buchanan
By Steve Eldridge CONSTANTINE — On a beautiful day for a high school football playoff game, Constantine did not disappoint, as the Falcons hung on to eke out a 21-14 win against the visiting Buchanan Bucks. The victory gave Constantine…
Cross Country Finals Recap: TR cross country ends season at state finals; boys’ team finishes 26th
BROOKLYN, Mich. — Three Rivers’ boys’ cross country team, as well as Jennifer Hernandez from the girls’ cross country team, competed in Saturday’s MHSAA Division 2 cross country finals at Michigan International Speedway.The boys’ team finished 26th out of 27…
Obituary: Mark Allen Hardesty
Mark Allen Hardesty, age 66 passed away November 6, 2023 at Optalis in Three Rivers, MI.He was born in Goshen, IN on October 1, 1957, a son to Hurbert Hardesty and Shirley Norton.Mark spent his early years in Goshen, IN…
