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There is a Slight Risk (level 2 of 5) for severe weather this afternoon and evening. Damaging wind gusts of 60-70 mph and 1” hail will be the main threats. Although the tornado threat is low, it is not zero; isolated tornadoes are possible. Stay weather aware today!  (NWS)

Glen Oaks Community College recently launched a new, short-term Commercial Driver’s License Class A training program in partnership with Regen Trucking School, and with the support of UKT. The offering marks a significant step forward in addressing the growing demand for commercial drivers in Southwest Michigan and northern Indiana, Glen Oaks officials said. Glen Oaks has secured the necessary land-use …

Cass County Sheriff Clint Roach said an Indiana man died last week in a one-vehicle crash in Jefferson Township. Roach said deputies were called at 4:45 p.m. Wednesday to Oil City Road, south of M-62. Investigators said a vehicle driven by 66-year-old Mishawaka resident Todd Willingham was heading south on Oil City Road when it left the roadway and crashed …

Constantine village officials have chosen the winners of the recent “Village Creed” essay contest. Mary Mcleroy won the adult category and the essay compiled by Aydin Weinberg was chosen as winner of the 18-and-under category. Both were given a $200 cash prize. Their submissions were chosen by a panel of community leaders. Participants were encouraged to detail community-based core concepts …

UAW Local 2093 members staged a so-called “Solidarity Rally” Sunday outside Three Rivers High School. Event organizers said the rally was to bring attention to the current contract with American Axle & Manufacturing expiring May 31. Union representatives said workers in 2008 suffered a cut in pay from $29 an hour to $14.50 an hour. Wages currently top out at …

Michigan Department of Transportation is starting a major project today in Kalamazoo County in the area of I-94 and U.S. 131. MDOT’s Nick Schirripa said work centers on an auxiliary lane on northbound 131, between I-94 and Stadium Drive. In addition, the project involves widening ramps and other improvements at the 131/I-94 interchange, Schirripa said. The $13.4 million project is …

Individuals and businesses impacted by the March 6 tornados are eligible for state tax extension relief, the Michigan State Treasurer announced. Taxpayers in Branch, Cass and St. Joseph counties can request time to file state tax returns and pay state tax bills; penalties and interest will be waived for those who qualify, according to a release from the State of …

Food Facts You Probably Didn’t Know — Just 2 bananas will provide you with enough energy for an intense 90-minute workout. — Eating cucumbers before bedtime can help you wake up feeling refreshed and headache-free. — Apples are more effective in waking up in the morning than coffee. — Three carrots give you energy to walk 3 miles. They were …

St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Department held its annual awards ceremony last week during the St. Joseph County Board of Commissioners meeting. Sheriff Chad Spence said the ceremony recognized deputies, staff and a member of the community for their actions and service in 2025. Samaritan Award recipient was Steve Calloway, recognized for stepping in to help a man who fell through …

Downtown Three Rivers is hosting an easter egg scavenger hunt this weekend. Event organizers said participants will want to follow clues, visit participating businesses, discover a numbered egg and potentially win a gift certificate. Clues will also direct participants to a few outdoor locations to find an egg. More information and clues can be found on the Downtown Three Rivers …