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Sturgis schools operating millage request fails
A ballot proposal for an operating millage at Sturgis Public Schools was rejected by voters Tuesday in Michigan’s primary election. The measure failed, 54% to 46%. The proposal would have allowed the school district to levy the statutory rate, not…
Presidential primary recap: Millage increases shot down, many take part in early voting
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director ST. JOSEPH COUNTY — Voters took to the polls Tuesday to vote for one of the Democratic or Republican nominees for president in the presidential primary election. In addition, some areas had key issues to vote…
Constantine wrestling season ends in state semis
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director KALAMAZOO — Constantine’s second straight final four appearance in team wrestling came to an end Saturday afternoon at the hands of a familiar foe. The Falcons lost their Division 3 state semifinals matchup against Dundee, the…
Late rally by Greenville sinks Three Rivers wrestling in state quarters
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director KALAMAZOO — In its first state quarterfinals appearance since 2001, Three Rivers’ wrestling season came to a shocking end Friday night, with the #6-seeded Greenville taking down the #3-seeded Wildcats 31-30 in an upset victory in…
Constantine wrestling advances to state semis for second straight year
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director KALAMAZOO — For the second year in a row, the Constantine wrestling team will be heading to Saturday action at Wings Event Center in Kalamazoo for the state semifinals in team wrestling. In Saturday’s Division 3…
White Pigeon receives funds for demolition of Tasty Nut Shop building
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director WHITE PIGEON — The days of the Tasty Nut Shop building standing on the corner of Kalamazoo Street and Chicago Road in White Pigeon are now numbered. On Thursday, Doug Kuhlman, the zoning administrator and code…
Boys’ Basketball Roundup: TR loses to Paw Paw in home-and-home, Parchment
PAW PAW — Three Rivers added another three losses to its record this past week, losing twice to Paw Paw in a home-and-home Friday, Feb. 16 by a final of 81-55 and losing Tuesday at Parchment 55-37.Against Paw Paw Friday,…
Obituary: John Douglas Brackett
John Douglas Brackett, 70, of Scotts, passed away Monday, February 19, 2024 at Ascension Borgess Hospital.He was born May 2, 1953 in Three Rivers, the son of John and Adella (Bresnick) Brackett, and graduated from Three Rivers High School.John worked…
Obituary: David Allen Bannow
David Allen Bannow, 64, of Jones, passed away Tuesday, February 20, 2024 at Bronson Methodist Hospital surrounded by his loving family.He was born October 2, 1959 in Dowagiac, the son of Norman and Carolyn (Mott) Bannow, and graduated from Dowagiac…
Obituary: Brian Seitz Krull
Brian Seitz Krull, 48, born to Carolyn and Robert Krull on May 24, 1975, set his final sail on January 16th, 2024. Brian was a beloved father, brother, son, cousin, nephew, and a friend to all. He was a lover…
Obituary: Laura June Cook
Laura June Cook, 77, of Three Rivers, will always be our Valentine. After being surrounded by those she loved, she passed away Wednesday, February 14, 2024 at Optalis Health and Rehab in Three Rivers in the arms of her oldest…
Obituary: Shirley Jane Salisbury
Shirley Jane Salisbury, 84, of Three Rivers, passed away Wednesday, February 14, 2024 at Optalis Health and Rehab in Three Rivers surrounded by her loving family.She was born January 21, 1940 in Kalamazoo, the daughter of Orville and Violet (Skinner)…
“Out and About” Cheaper prices, gas and saving money on fuel
There are at least five things that are or will be getting cheaper in 2024. They include:
The Cycles of Earth
by Larry-Michael and Becky Lynn Hackenberg A Weekly Almanac GuidePlan, Do, Finish, Rest.Living in Harmony With EarthWeekend of February 24-25, 2024 Earth-Sun-Moon NotesIn A Nutshell…The Full/Doing Moon occurs Friday, February 24 at 7:30 a.m. EST. The Potawatomi named it Mnokesis,…
County to begin terminating architect’s contract for Centreville courts project
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director CENTREVILLE — TowerPinkster will soon no longer be the architect of record for an ongoing multi-million-dollar renovation project with the courts building in Centreville.In a narrow 4-3 vote at Tuesday’s St. Joseph County Board of Commissioners…
Mike’s Musings: Recognizing Washington and Lincoln- two of the best
Presidents’ Day has come and gone but I can’t help but reflect on two of my favorites, George Washington and Abraham Lincoln.Washington was our first president. He led an army of rag tag colonists of victory over the well-trained, formidable…
Life as Performance Art
Step back in time to midsummer in Paris, 1945. After five years of German occupation, the war in Europe had ended. Paris had been liberated the previous August.At first the city was full of joy again. Despite the Bavarian corporal’s orders,…
Four inducted into TRHS Athletics Hall of Fame
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — Four athletic standouts from Three Rivers High School’s history were inducted into the school’s Athletics Hall of Fame during a ceremony following the Wildcats’ girls’ basketball game Friday. Amy Newell (Class of 2011),…
TR wrestling wins team regional championship for first time since 2001
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director JACKSON — Three Rivers’ wrestling team will have a shot at a team state title next week. On Wednesday night, the Wildcats won their first team regional championship since 2001, defeating Jackson Northwest by a final…
Injunction decision in Lowry lawsuit expected soon
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director CENTREVILLE — A decision on whether or not a preliminary injunction can be granted on a controversial land transfer between Lockport Township and Park Township could be made by a judge this week. On Thursday, Feb.…
