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Ex-Elkhart cop said bosses retaliated after she refused to sign bogus search warrant
An ex-detective for the Elkhart Police Department is suing her former employer and several police officers, accusing them of taking away her livelihood and ruining her reputation after she refused to sign what she believed to be a bogus search warrant. Joy Phillips, who worked for the department for six years, accuses the...
Elkhart Humane Society's "Empty the Shelters" Promotion is Ending Soon!
Maria came by the studio on Friday and brought by Harley "the perfect size" pupperoni & cheese! He was exceptionally sweet and so very friendly. To find your dog or cat soul match and adopt a pet today, head on over to the Elkhart Humane Society's website. Adoptions are $0 Fee until July 31st!
PHOTO STORY: Hundreds attend Dowagiac’s annual Ed’s Open Header Cruise
DOWAGIAC — The revving of engines and the screeching of tires could be heard throughout downtown as the eighth annual Ed’s Open Header “Cruise for a Cause” rolled into Dowagiac. A record number of vehicles participated in this year’s event, with nearly $9,000 raised in total between the procession and a raffle facilitated by Honor […] The post PHOTO STORY: Hundreds attend Dowagiac’s annual Ed’s Open Header Cruise appeared first on Leader Publications.
Bench trial date on permanent injunction set for Lowry/Lockport/Park lawsuit
CENTREVILLE — Miscommunication between the St. Joseph County courthouse and lawyers in a major local lawsuit led to a new date being set for a key part in the case. On Tuesday, St. Joseph County 45th Circuit Court Judge Paul Stutesman set a Tuesday, Sept. 3 date for a bench trial to determine if a permanent injunction can be issued in a lawsuit filed by Tom Lowry against Lockport and Park townships. Proceedings will begin at 8 a.m. on that day.
TR Library board to present written contract offer to Lockport
THREE RIVERS — The board of the Three Rivers Public Library will officially put a new offer before Lockport Township for a library services contract. On Tuesday, the board voted to extend to the township a written offer of $20,822.18 on its contract for the first year, with an increase of 3 percent every year for three years, with an option to terminate the contract six months prior to the end of the library’s fiscal year in June. There will also be a clause that gives the sides the option to renegotiate after three years.
No injuries reported in Three Rivers house fire
THREE RIVERS — Firefighters were able to quickly put out a fire that occurred in Three Rivers Monday. According to the Three Rivers Fire Department, firefighters were dispatched early Monday morning to a two-story building in the 500 block of North Main Street, where the house showed smoke and fire coming from a first-floor apartment.
St. Joseph County Commission on Aging millage returns to voters Aug. 6
THREE RIVERS – A millage renewal request in support of St. Joseph County Commission on Aging has never failed in its 51-year history, and agency officials are optimistic the streak will continue next month. Renewal of three-quarters of a mill will be decided by the county’s 49,799 registered voters during the Aug. 6 primary election. COA director Pam Riley said it would be impossible to overstate how critical the six-year request is to the Three Rivers-based agency. ...
Volunteers from across the nation assist in Elkhart storm cleanup
ELKHART, Ind. (WSBT) — All hands are on deck in Elkhart as the city works toward restoration. Elkhart officials say as of right now, 50% of storm damage has been recovered. The Southern Baptist Convention Disaster Relief, a non-profit organization, steps in during crises like this. Across all 50...
Mishawaka announces plans for Michiana’s first ‘Miracle Field’
MISHAWAKA, Ind. (WNDU) - There’s a plan on the table to make the Princess City more inclusive for everyone — all in the name of fun. Mishawaka leaders announced plans to build what they say will be the region’s first “Miracle Field” for people with disabilities at Normain Heights Park.
Former U.S. Rep. Gabby Giffords to visit Michigan as part of Harris campaign
(CBS DETROIT) — Former Arizona Rep. Gabby Giffords will visit Michigan this weekend as part of Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign trail.Giffords' husband, Sen. Mark Kelly, is one of the top contenders as Harris' running mate in the 2024 presidential election. Giffords was also a victim of a shooting during a campaign event with constituents in 2011.Officials said Giffords is scheduled to be in Rochester Hills on Sunday and Grand Rapids on Monday for the "Weekend of Action" events, which include canvass launches, phone banks, and text banks.Harris launched her presidential campaign after President Biden announced last weekend that he was dropping out of the race against former President Donald Trump. Shortly after withdrawing, Biden endorsed Harris for the Democratic nomination. Several other Democratic lawmakers, including Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, have since endorsed Harris.Additionally, Michigan Democratic delegates voted on Tuesday to endorse Harris ahead of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago next month.
Northern Lights Will Glow This Week And Be Visible In Michigan
If you always wanted to see the northern lights and missed the opportunity the last time Michigan caught a glimpse of this incredible experience, you may have a chance to see them soon. The odds are in our favor that parts of Michigan may get to see the aurora borealis.
After years of opioids agony, rural Michigan finds reason for hope
GAYLORD — Something different was in the air Thursday at an annual gathering of northern Michigan addiction service providers. While their work battling the epidemic remains grim, and their needs are great, many in the recovery community say there are also signs of progress after years of heartbreak. The...
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