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Three Rivers to consider rules against overnight congregation downtown Could have effect on homeless in downtown area

THREE RIVERS — New proposed rules in the City of Three Rivers could have an impact on where homeless people in the area are allowed to be overnight. During the Wednesday, Nov. 4 Three Rivers Downtown Development Authority meeting, Three Rivers Police Department Chief Scott Boling presented proposed rules that would prohibit remaining or congregating in the Mural Mall, East Alley, and the downtown amphitheater property and “associated City-owned public grounds” from midnight to 6 a.m. daily.

Three Rivers, MI · 5h
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Heartsick family of Sandy Nicole Lopez hopes for answers into her sudden death

CASS COUNTY, Mich. -- A heartsick family is begging for answers after the sudden death of their loved one remains suspicious after two full months. Thirty-two-year-old Sandy Nicole Lopez, or Nikki as her friends and family called her, died in the middle of the night inside a Niles home on August 20th.

Niles, MI · 3d
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'My mom's gonna kill me': Indiana man loses dentures and his search to find them

MISHAWAKA, Ind. — It is not uncommon to misplace a wallet, keys, or a phone after a big night out. But one local Fighting Irish fan lost something much more personal following Notre Dame’s victory over top-ranked Miami on Saturday. Lifelong Mishawaka resident Mike Weirich lost his dentures...

Mishawaka, IN · 2d
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Measles Exposure Warnings Issued for Three Rivers Health and Sturgis Urgent Care

ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, Mich. (WOWO) — Two more measles cases have been confirmed in southern Michigan, prompting health officials to identify two public locations where people may have been exposed to the highly contagious virus. The Branch-Hillsdale-St. Joseph Community Health Agency says both infections involve St. Joseph County residents....

St Joseph County, MI · 3d
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This Cozy Indiana Lakeside Tavern Serves Up Specialty Burgers Right On A Sun-Soaked Waterfront Patio

Some restaurants are just places to eat. Others become the kind of spot you talk about long after you leave. A burger joint overlooking Simonton Lake in Elkhart, Indiana delivers hand-crafted burgers, crispy sides, and waterfront views that make the meal feel like part of the experience. The relaxed atmosphere invites people to slow down, whether they arrive by car or after a day on the water.

Elkhart, IN · 3d

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Unsung Heroes: Specialist Five Gary Hensley of Cassopolis

WSBT 22 is saluting our unsung heroes. Tonight, we honor Specialist Five Gary Hensley of Cassopolis. Hensley served in the US Army during the Vietnam War. He was killed while serving his country in 1967 in Vietnam. Thank you for your service and for giving the ultimate sacrifice, Gary Hensley.

Cassopolis, MI · 1d

Sturgis Journal

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Mendon volleyball season comes to a close in regional semifinals

ATHENS — The Mendon volleyball program is no stranger to playing this late in the season. A perennial staple in the Division 4 playoffs, Mendon has long had a tradition to piling up district trophies. The Hornets play in the regional tournament and expect to be there. This year, there were some bumps along the way, but Arika Jungers and her group navigated their way to another regional appearance. Unfortunately for the first-year head coach and the Hornets, the appearance will not end in the regional finals. On Tuesday night, Mendon fell in five sets to 10th-ranked Kalamazoo Hackett in the semifinals at Athens High School. "To say that this team hasn't battled mentally and physically all season would be completely foolish," Jungers said following Tuesday's match. "These kids, the way they showed up tonight and battled every single set — it's just a testament to their work ethic and how hard we worked to turn this last month of the season into something we are so incredibly proud of." MENDON FOOTBALL KEEPS GOING: Mendon beats Marcellus to win regional title in 8-player football, 60-14 COLON BACK IN SEMIFINALS: Colon again takes out Climax-Scotts to win regional football title The

Mendon, MI · 2d

South Bend Tribune

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South Bend Tribune staff predicts IHSAA football regional championships

And then there were three. After last week’s sectional slate where seven South Bend Tribune coverage area teams competed for championships, only Penn , Concord and Northridge emerged victorious. The Kingsmen and Minutemen are back in the regional round for a second straight season, while the Raiders advanced past sectional play for the first time since 2022. All three of these squads are favored to capture regional crowns come Friday night, but does The Tribune’s staff agree? More: All of the 2026 fall sports all-Northern Indiana Conference teams Find out below. IHSAA 6A Regional Championship: No. 6 Penn (11-0) at No. 5 Crown Point (11-0), 7:30 p.m. ET Analysis: This should be one of the most competitive games in the state this week, and certainly the most competitive in The Tribune coverage area. It’s a game many Kingsmen players have been looking forward to for years, such as senior Mohammad Al-Gburi, who said beating the Bulldogs in last season’s sectional championship game wasn’t enough revenge after Crown Point ended Penn’s season when he was a freshman and a sophomore. You’d have to assume the feeling is mutual on the other side after Penn beat the Bulldogs by just four points

South Bend, IN · 1d

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Dowagiac gives update on October water main break, diesel smell

The city of Dowagiac is reassuring residents that their tap water is safe after an Oct. 26 water main break and a diesel odor near Dowagiac Creek. Officials said the city’s boil-water advisory from the water main break was lifted on Oct. 29.

Dowagiac, MI · 1d

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Fallen Marine welcomed home

A final homecoming for a fallen Marine. Shipshewana welcomed 22-year-old Corporal Ethan Berkley Konkle home to be laid to rest. Konkle was killed in a crash Monday while stationed at Camp Pendleton in California. Signs honoring him lined his return route and a police escort accompanied his body to Miller-Stewart...

Shipshewana, IN · 10h

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Michigan sub shop will offer 47% discount to celebrate 47th anniversary

PORTAGE, MI — The family-owned sub shop Jersey Giant Subs turns 47 this fall, and it’s celebrating with the largest discount the company has ever offered. On Wednesday, Nov. 18, every sub on the menu will be offered at 47% off, all day long. Jersey Giant is a...

Portage, MI · 1d

WNDU

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‘A God-send’: Volunteers rake leaves at seniors’ homes across southwest Michigan

Michigan (WNDU) - Rakes were out in full force across southwest Michigan on November 12, all to help local seniors. From 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. on November 12, nearly 1,500 volunteers took to yards across Berrien, Cass and Van Buren Counties as part of “Rake a Difference.”. The...

Van Buren County, MI · 23h

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Meet the 2026 HYPE Contestants

HYPE is proud to announce the contestant finalists; come support them on November 18th at the Solarium by Watermark. In August, the Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber announced the return of HYPE – Highlighting Young Professional Excellence – for its third year. The Shark Tank-style pitch competition gives early-stage business owners across Berrien, Cass, and Van Buren Counties a platform to showcase their businesses, connect with the community, and compete for funding and in-kind resources.

Stevensville, MI · 2d

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The Largest Garden Center In Indiana Will Make Any Nature Lover Feel Like A Kid Again

Some places have a way of turning a perfectly responsible adult into someone who completely loses track of time, and Linton’s Enchanted Gardens in Elkhart, Indiana, is exactly that kind of place. You came for a bag of potting soil. You’re going to leave with a fountain, three hanging...

Elkhart, IN · 3d

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2nd Chance Indiana Has Been Given The Opportunity To Help Young People With Criminal Record

INDIANAPOLIS – A grant from the Department of Labor has tapped 2nd Chance Indiana to assist young adults with a criminal background to find quality, high-paying jobs that lead to careers. The effort is focused on those who work, live, or receive services in Howard, Tipton, Kosciusko, DeKalb, Noble,...

Kosciusko County, IN · 1d

Public News Service

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Michigan DNR tackles invasive crayfish

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is investigating an infestation of invasive red swamp crayfish found in Cass County. While colder temperatures are slowing them down, state wildlife officials said the threat is not going away. Native to the southern United States, the crayfish become more active as temperatures rise. The DNR plans to assess the extent of the infestation next spring, when warmer weather makes the crayfish easier to detect. Kathleen Quebedeaux, fisheries biologist for the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, said the state will have people in the field to learn more as they work toward next steps. "In the spring, we would like to go out and talk with nearby landowners to the found invaded sites, determine how widespread that invasion is in that site in Cass County, and that will kind of determine our options," Quebedeaux said. In September, two dead specimens were found in a private pond near Niles, marking the county's first confirmed detection. Red swamp crayfish have been prohibited in Michigan since 2014, and populations were first detected in the state in 2017. Residents can report suspected sightings and learn more at Michigan.gov/invasives . Invasive red swamp crayfish can damage aquatic vegetation, compete

Cass County, MI · 19h

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Toliver finding peace out on the water

Basketball was Lucas Toliver’s first love. Starting in the third grade, he spent hours and yearsperfecting his shot, crafting his ball-handling skills and ultimately becoming a record-breaking scorer at Paw Paw High School before playing for three years at Western Michigan University. Then, it all ended, and without basketball,...

Paw Paw, MI · 1d

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Seniors receive help with fallen leaves in annual United Way "Rake a Difference"

INDIANA (WSBT) — If you're a senior, United Way of Southwest Michigan is holding its annual "Rake a Difference" program. “Rake a Difference” is an annual program that helps seniors with raking their lawns. The event is happening on November 12, 2026 from 8a.m. to 5p.m. The program...

Van Buren County, MI · 2d

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Raiders sweep past Brandywine to claim district crown

BRIDGMAN — The Red Arrow Raiders showed the power of being a smart team on Nov. 5 by winning the Division 3 District 77 high school volleyball championship. In just its second year, the co-op squad made up of players from River Valley and New Buffalo high schools won its first district title with an impressive three-set sweep over Niles Brandywine in Bridgman High School’s “Hive.”

Bridgman, MI · 2d

The Detroit News

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Give rural hospitals a fighting chance | Opinion

Last year, Sturgis Hospital celebrated a milestone few community institutions ever reach: 100 years of serving rural Michigan. A little more than 15 months later, it closed for good. For the residents of the surrounding community, the closure means longer ambulance rides, fewer options for medical treatment, and potentially life-threatening delays in emergency care. The closure of Sturgis is hardly an isolated incident. Nearly 700 rural hospitals across the country are at risk of closure, including 260 facing immediate financial peril. More than 100 rural hospitals have shut their doors over the past two decades. Rural communities can't afford to keep losing access to essential medical care. What's needed are reforms that help independent rural hospitals remain competitive and expand access to affordable, high-quality healthcare. Running a financially sustainable rural hospital is often an uphill battle. Rural hospitals generally serve relatively small patient populations. Yet they still have to maintain expensive facilities, equipment, and staff to provide essential services around the clock. Compounding the problem, rural patients frequently bypass their local hospitals for lucrative elective surgeries, such as knee replacements. One study of rural hospitals in four states found that patients bypassed their local hospital for nearly half of elective

Sturgis, MI · 1d