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DeMolay cancels State Degree planned for July 20
The Southwest Gold Coast DeMolay Chapter in Coloma has canceled the State Degree program planned for Saturday, July 20, 2024 at the Coloma Masonic Lodge. Organizers apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Should the event be planned for another date in the future, they will make an announcement at that time.
Hartford Township discusses progress of Van Buren Emergency Services housing; township road repairs remain on schedule
The Hartford Township Board met for their regular, monthly meeting on July 11, 2024 where updates on the Van Buren Emergency Services housing project were discussed. Currently, the parking lot behind Hartford Township Hall is not in use due to the need to install the water and sewer lines.
Kalamazoo Growlers launch GoFundMe for flood cleanup
KALAMAZOO, MI (WKZO AM/FM) – The Frontier League’s Kalamazoo Growlers have launched a GoFundMe effort to help them take care of their flooded stadium. Homer Stryker Field flooded with knee-deep water after a storm hit the area in the middle of the night on July 16, resulting in games being canceled.
Indiana and Michigan Beachgoers Alert: Dangerous Waves and Swim Risks on Lake Michigan
Fort Wayne, IN – A beach hazards statement is in effect for La Porte County, IN, and Berrien County, MI, warning of dangerous swimming conditions on Lake Michigan today. With waves expected to reach up to 7 feet, residents and visitors are advised to stay out of the water due to the high risk of strong currents and dangerous waves.
10 most expensive homes sold in Portage and Vicksburg, July 8-14
A house in Portage that sold for $695,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Portage and Vicksburg in the past week. In total, 21 residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past week, with an average price of $371,271, or $231 per square foot.
Lower costs, less travel: American Legion baseball regaining popularity in SW Indiana
EVANSVILLE — There's a slew of former high school standouts from Southwestern Indiana playing American Legion baseball this summer. Eugene Pate and Newburgh boast graduates from multiple area schools — they're coached by Central's Robbie Frank and Evansville Christian's Joe Paulin, respectively. Funkhouser trots Mater Dei and North Posey alumni while Princeton has a former Tiger on its team. ...
Sturgis grad Matz happy about new opportunity with Davenport
STURGIS — As a senior for the Sturgis bowling program, Kortnie Matz wanted to qualify for the state finals. That was her main goal, and it was a big one at that because in her previous three seasons, Matz had not qualified. A strong day at the regional round...
WARNING: Michigan Residents May Have Been Exposed To Measles, Here’s Where
Anytime there’s any kind of infectious disease or virus. It’s important to get the word out and let people know if they’ve been exposed to anything dangerous. One of the most dangerous is rubeola, or as it’s commonly known measles. Measles is probably one of the...
UPDATE: 29-year-old motorcyclist identified in deadly crash with semi-truck
SOUTH BEND, Ind. -- UPDATE: The St. Joseph County Prosecutor's Office reports on Wednesday, around 6:36 p.m., officers responded to a crash involving an Amazon tractor semi-trailer and a motorcycle at S.R. 2 at Chapel Lane in South Bend. Police arrived to find the motorcyclist, identified as 29-year-old Tyler Lee...
Tip to Cass County Sheriff’s Office leads to arrest of known felon
A tip to the Cass County Sheriff’s Office led to the arrest of a known felon in possession of several firearms and possibly selling narcotics. The tip stated that the firearms were being held in a travel trailer in Howard Township. With help from Pokagon Tribal Police, a traffic...
Body found in Three Rivers identified as missing woman
THREE RIVERS, MI (WKZO AM/FM) – Three Rivers police say a body found under a porch on Friday is 41-year-old Nicole Wood. She had been reported missing July 7th and her body was found outside a home at the intersection of Middle Street and 1st Avenue. Police Chief Scott...
Portage residents push back on corporate-owned rental housing plan
PORTAGE, Mich. — The City of Portage has a proposed plan to build 45 units of single-family houses on a plot of land off of Centre Avenue. The homes and two apartment complexes would be strictly for-rent. The plan is in its tentative stages and has still not been...
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