WHITE PIGEON — It’s been 39 years since White Pigeon last won a league title, winning the St. Joe Valley Conference back in 1984.The wait for an outright conference title ended Friday, as the Chiefs shellacked visiting Cassopolis at home, 62-0, winning the Southwest 10.The Chiefs’ defense was suffocating on the day, holding Cassopolis to Read More…
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“Out and About” Television, grammar, and a well update
Like many, I’m addicted to television. If one of my favorite programs is not on, I’ll channel-surf to find something that might amuse me temporarily. My mother would be displeased, to say the least. I’ve never been much of a reader, and I respect those who always have a book in their hands.For more than Read More…
‘We need Lansing; we need help’: TR residents express frustrations about water quality, prices at community meeting
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — Laura Armstrong said she first noticed discoloration in Three Rivers water during hydrant flushing, continuing on even when flushing wasn’t going on.Because of that, and the recent lead woes in Three Rivers, she said she hasn’t used her tap water in over a year, except to bathe and Read More…
Albarran, Moyer take part in interview process for 2nd Precinct seat on Sturgis City Commission
At a work session Wednesday, interviews were conducted for Sturgis City Commission 2nd Precinct seat, vacated by the resignation of Brandon Kinsey.The city received applications from three residents to fulfill the remainder of Kinsey’s term: Alan Albarran, Rodger Moyer and Daniel Boring.The appointee will fill the remainder of the four-year term, and may run for Read More…
Three Sturgis teams win conference titles
Three varsity teams in fall sports at Sturgis High School clinched Wolverine Conference titles: boys’ soccer, girls’ golf and boys’ tennis. Provided/Sturgis Public Schools Facebook pages
Sturgis schools to continue exploration of esports program, beginning at club level
By Dennis Volkert Sturgis Public Schools Board of Education on Monday agreed to continue pursuit of an electronic sports program at the high school. Esports would begin as a club endeavor, with potential to become a varsity sport. At a meeting of the school board in September, Chad Bennett, directory of technology, and Adam McBroom, specialist in Read More…
Newspaper office to move
Jordan WilcoxAssistant Publisher Like the Jeffersons of the late 70s sitcom, the Commercial-News, Sturgis Sentinel, and Penny Saver, are moving on up – upstairs that is. And down the road.After spending nearly 100 years in our office at 124 N Main in Three Rivers, the newspapers are moving two blocks east to a third-floor suite Read More…
Sturgis Farmers Market moving to Oaklawn Park beginning in 2024
Sturgis City Commission approved a request to move Sturgis Farmers Market from the TSC parking lot to Oaklawn Park, effective spring 2024. Jamie Allen, a representative from Sturgis Farmers Market, requested use of the north side of the park, in the “island” area. Parking for customers would be along the paths/roads around the island, with Read More…
Mike’s Musings: Senate too old to lead effectively
I been on this train for several years, but I refuse to get off. My elected representatives particularly in the U.S. Senate, are generally too old, and need to retire. In fact, I believe we should have a maximum age, one is allowed to serve in Congress. How about capping it at 80, or maybe Read More…
Mendon win streak ends against Lenawee Christian
ADRIAN — A week after dropping 80 points on the scoreboard, Mendon was on the receiving end of a blowout score Friday night.Taking on top-ranked and 8-man state title favorites Adrian Lenawee Christian, the Hornets’ undefeated season came to an end with a 73-20 loss to the Cougars on the road.Lenawee Christian scored the first Read More…