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Woman charged with homicide after death of four-month-old
OSCEOLA COUNTY, Mich. (WPBN/WGTU) -- A Hastings woman is facing homicide and child abuse charges after the death of a baby in Osceola County. Savannah Miller, 31, was arrested last Sunday when Police were called to an apartment on West Franklin in Reed City and said they found a four-month-old unresponsive.
Three Rivers police searching for missing woman
THREE RIVERS, Mich. (WNDU) - The Three Rivers Police Department says it needs your help finding a missing 46-year-old woman. Melanie Jo Loree was last seen on July 8 in the 300 block of S. Erie Street. Police say Loree is 5′2″ and weighs 160 pounds. She has reddish brown...
[UPDATED] Missing woman sought in Three Rivers
THREE RIVERS — The Three Rivers Police Department is asking for the public’s help in finding a woman that went missing earlier this month. Police say 46-year-old Melanie Jo Loree was last seen on July 8 in the 300 block of South Erie Street in Three Rivers. She is described as a white female, 5 feet and 2 inches tall, and 160 lbs., with reddish-brown hair, hazel eyes, and tattoos on her neck and arms.
School of Architecture charrette yields $98M for downtown Kalamazoo public space regeneration
On June 27, the city of Kalamazoo, Michigan, announced that it was awarded a $25 million grant through the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) program, as a result of its work with the University of Notre Dame School of Architecture. The grant,...
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.
Three Rivers Police seek help to find missing 46-year-old woman
THREE RIVERS, Mich. — The Three Rivers Police Department is asking for the public's help in finding a missing resident. 46-year-old Melanie Jo Loree is a white female, is 5'2" and 160 lbs. She has reddish hair, hazel eyes, and tattoos on her neck and arms. Crime: Former Kent...
Free parking lot opens to the public downtown
KALAMAZOO, MI -- There is now more free parking available to the public in downtown Kalamazoo. Kalamazoo County recently announced the parking lot at 440 N. Church St. is now open for public parking. The lot, with 75 spots, is under surveillance, the county said. If you purchase a product...
Kalamazoo breakfast spot to close downtown location 1 year after opening
KALAMAZOO, MI -- Staff at Berries Famous Pancake House in downtown Kalamazoo say they were given four days notice that their restaurant was closing down. The Berries location at 234 W. Michigan Ave. opened in June 2023, and its last day will be Sunday, July 28. Berries’ original location at 4311 S Westnedge Ave. will remain open, Manager Danielle Miller said.
Massive Meth Seizure in Kalamazoo: Over 20 Pounds Confiscated, Suspect in Custody Following Law Enforcement Raid
Over 20 pounds of crystal meth were seized in a drug bust at a Kalamazoo home, a strike by law enforcement against the city's drug trade. On Wednesday, the joint operation by the Kalamazoo Valley Enforcement Team (KVET) and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) yielded not only methamphetamines but also cocaine, packaging materials, a substantial amount of cash, and other paraphernalia indicative of drug distribution activities, as reported by FOX 17 Online.
Straight from the basement: ChampsDen Boxing Club makes champions in Kalamazoo
KALAMAZOO, MI – It all started with a single punching bag beneath the surface. Over three years ago, Jadschi Green’s grand vision took shape when he took a swing as a boxing mentor and hard-nosed instructor –– slowly transforming the basement of his own Kalamazoo home into a training facility.
Daughter arrested in mother's stabbing
A 47-year-old Battle Creek woman was allegedly stabbed by her 23-year-old daughter following an argument on Freedom Lane July 18, according to the Battle Creek Police Department. Police responded to the report of a stabbing at 144 Freedom Lane shortly after 9:30 p.m. Upon their arrival, officers located the 47-year-old woman, who appeared to have a stab wound to her upper right thigh. Further investigation revealed that the victim’s 23-year-old daughter, also of Battle Creek, had allegedly stabbed...
Fun Facts About the Penniman Castle in Battle Creek
The photos of this Battle Creek castle are breathtaking. Take a peek inside. This house has more than just good bones, it has 1-foot thick walls. This piece of Southwest Michigan eye candy was built in 1906 for Dentist John Penniman. Wikipedia lists a familiar last name as the builder, Ruel Seeley.
Popular Breakfast Joint in Downtown Kalamazoo, MI Announces Sudden Closure
After only a year in business this popular breakfast spot in downtown Kalamazoo announced it's sudden and abrupt closure with only 4 days advanced notice. We're still trying to wrap our brains around this one after WWMT News Channel 3 first reported the news; it seems good things never last anymore.
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.
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.
Kalamazoo’s new public safety spokesman helped produce popular films, TV shows
KALAMAZOO, MI -- The Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety has a new spokesperson. Zach Hamelton, 32, has joined KDPS as the new public information officer. With a background in public safety communication and media production, Hamelton previously served as the public information officer for the Haines City Police and Fire Departments in Florida, KDPS said in a news release.
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