Pearl G. (Modert) Westfall of Schoolcraft passed away on Thursday, March 2, 2023 at Kairos Dwelling surrounded by her family, at the age of 96.She was born on August 7, 1926 in Burr Oak, MI. She was the daughter of Jesse and Marie (Pinney) Modert. The family moved from Burr Oak to Three Rivers in Read More…
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Obituary: Richard Douglas Anderson
Richard Douglas Anderson, age 79 of Leonidas passed away on March 28, 2023 near Nashville, TN due to a sudden illness. Richard, fondly known as Doug, was born on Nov. 1, 1943 in Pontiac, Michigan to the late Russell and Octavine (Doyle) Anderson. He played semi-pro football and attended the University of Michigan where his Read More…
“Out and About” ‘Lunch and Learn,’ a 5K run, and spring cleaning attention
“Today’s accomplishments were yesterday’s impossibilities.” ~ Robert SchullerIf you are an investor, you’ll want to mark your calendar for Tuesday, April 25 and make reservations to attend a “Lunch and Learn” event at the Three Rivers Area Chamber of Commerce Event Center, located at 1116 North Main Street in Three Rivers. The luncheon runs from Read More…
City approves Coolidge Road land sale to Allen Edwin Homes
COMMERCIAL-NEWS | ROBERT TOMLINSONAllen Edwin Homes Land Acquisition Manager Benjamin Diehl answers questions about the company’s future use for the 611 Coolidge Rd. property they are looking to buy from the city during Tuesday’s Three Rivers City Commission meeting. By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — Allen Edwin Homes will be developing more land in Read More…
Chili cook-off warms hearts on chilly day
Photo courtesy Three Rivers Downtown Development AuthorityThe staff of The Kent Eatery and Spirits receive their first place trophy as winners of the Downtown Three Rivers Chili Cook-Off Saturday. The Kent’s signature brisket chili was the top vote-getter among attendees. By Robert TomlinsonNews Director THREE RIVERS — Mother Nature tried to fool around with rainy Read More…
Misdemeanor charges authorized against Lillywhite in February crash
By Robert TomlinsonNews Director KALAMAZOO — St. Joseph County Sheriff Mark Lillywhite was officially charged Thursday with two misdemeanors, including drunk driving, stemming from a crash that occurred in February. According to documents filed by the Kalamazoo County Prosecutor’s Office, Prosecutor Jeff Getting announced two formal charges against Lillywhite, both misdemeanors: Operating while intoxicated and Read More…
Mike’s Musings: Conducting business while under the knife- that was my week
For many last week was spring vacation, a time to take a trip or just enjoy family. For me it was a whirlwind of activity I will never forget.I underwent surgery on Wednesday, as the result of falling off my bike and breaking my hip. That was quite a scene. There I was laying in Read More…
Obituary: Howard L. Griner
Howard L. Griner, 95, of Marcellus, passed away Sunday, March 26th, 2023. He was the son of Willard and Gleeola (Bent) Griner. He served in the US Navy during World War II and was a Life Member of the Masonic and Eastern Star Order and a member of The Eagles and Elks Lodges.On May 19, Read More…
Obituary: John Robert Cross
John Robert Cross, age 78, of Centreville, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Friday, March 24, 2023 at his home after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born in Three Rivers, MI, the son of Leland and Mary (Sangalli) Cross.John attended Three Rivers Immaculate Conception school from kindergarten-eighth grade and graduated from Read More…
Obituary: Yvonne Imogene Lowry
Yvonne Imogene Lowry of Marcellus, Mich., passed away Saturday, March 11, 2023, at Edgewood Health & Rehab in Three Rivers. An accomplished pianist, musician and director, Yvonne fully enjoyed the love of family and friends each one of her 88 years – equal to the number of keys on her upright Kimball piano.Yvonne was born Read More…