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County icon closed for paint job
CENTREVILLE – A final step related to the $3.2 million overhaul of the Langley Covered Bridge will keep the county icon closed at least into next week. When the four-month job was finished and the bridge re-opened in mid-January, St. Joseph County Road Commission officials said a paint job would be done in warmer weather later in the year. ...
Schultz leaving Centreville for Mattawan head football coaching job
CENTREVILLE — It was not a decision Jerry Schultz made lightly. He cares for the people, and students, in Centreville. But when it came down to it, the decision made was best for him and his family moving forward. Schultz has accepted the head varsity football coaching post at...
Sturgis celebrates spring
Crafters, musicians, vendors and more turned out Friday for the Sturgis Spring and Food Expo at the Sturges-Young Center for the Arts. Visitors had the opportunity to try food samples, watch food and flower demonstrations, listen to music and watch their children enjoy bounce houses and crafts.
Sheriff department honors employees of the year
CENTREVILLE – St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Department has recognized five of its staff members as “Employees of the Year” recipients for 2023. Capt. T.J. Baker said three road patrol deputies – Jeff Bingaman, Travis Miller and Zach Radtke – were involved in a case that warranted their consideration for the award. Baker declined to provide details about the case but noted the trio was instrumental in handling the matter.
Branch County passes ORV law
BRANCH COUNTY — After little opposition or comment, county commissioners adopted a countywide off-road-vehicle ordinance after a Tuesday public hearing. Branch County joins surrounding counties and becomes the 65th county allowing sports vehicles on most county roads under strict conditions. Chairman Tim Stoll moved for immediate adoption after residents...
Catholic priest resigns from Michigan church following protests over his criticism of a gay author
BEAL CITY, Mich. (AP) — A Catholic priest has resigned as pastor of a church in a small central Michigan community, the result of weeks of controversy following his publicly expressed regret that a gay author had read a book to preschool children. Gay rights activists and others have...
Shipshewana pop-up market takes over the St. Joseph County Fairgrounds
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) - Many in Michiana got outdoors during the sunny weekend, and some used the nice weather to head over to the St. Joseph County Fairgrounds. This weekend, the “Shipshewana On The Road” pop-up market took over the fairgrounds and offered a wide variety of items from hundreds of booths. Shoppers could find everything from gifts, food, crafts, jewelry, home decor, furniture, and even pet supplies.
Family faceoff: Centreville softball sweeps White Pigeon in father, daughter coach matchup
CENTREVILLE — The softball games between Centreville and White Pigeon had a little extra juice on Monday. Centreville head coach Katie Rowley was facing off against her dad, Scott Logan, who is the head coach for White Pigeon. It was the first time they had coached against each other at the varsity level.
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