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Food and fun for the FourthSturgis celebrates early with Ribs on the Runway
A weekend of celebrating independence, family and food kicked off Friday in Sturgis with the seventh annual Ribs on the Runway event at Kirsch Municipal Airport.
Colon's July 4 fest is uniquely spirited
For decades, the 1,200 residents in this rural St. Joseph County community have embraced their Fourth of July celebration in a way that epitomizes small-town tradition.
State unlikely to change gaming laws to pave way for Sturgis casino, lawmaker says
A state legislator said Tuesday that chances appear "slim" Michigan's gaming laws will be changed to allow for development a proposed casino in southern St.
Doctor could regain license after sex charges dropped
The Michigan Department of Community Health plans to consult with the Michigan Attorney General's office regarding whether Terence Whiteman's medical license may be reinstated.
Former Sturgis ER doctor won't face new trial
Charges against a former Sturgis Hospital emergency-room physician who had been convicted of 12 sexual-misconduct and drug-delivery charges, then granted a new trial, were dismissed Wednesday.
No new trial for former doctor
ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, Mich. - A former doctor will not face a new trial in St. Joseph County.
Are gas prices going up on Monday in Southwest Michigan?
Gas prices in Southwest Michigan remained at some of the lowest levels in the state on Monday.
Dismissed Sturgis officer questions handling of case
A veteran Sturgis Police Department sergeant who was fired June 12 and charged Thursday with attempting to get confidential information in a St.
Ex-police sergeant faces charge
A recently fired Sturgis police sergeant was charged Thursday with dissemination of confidential information, a misdemeanor, St.
Sturgis officer removed from force
A former Sturgis police officer has been charged with a crime and removed from the force.
Federal stimulus funds used in Jackson County to find jobs for young people
Alisha Brooks, 21, of Jackson works at TAC Manufacturing on Friday. Brooks got her job through a South Central Michigan Works program for workers ages 16 to 24 that is aided by federal stimulus funds.
Events happening in southwestern Michigan
Van Heest is an author, shipwreck explorer and preservationist. The program is sponsored by the Bangor Historical Society.
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Priority Health adds to southern Michigan markets
Priority Health's expansion of its service territory in southern Michigan follows a push to build out a care-provider network across the entire state.
Second restaurant fire might be arson
Police and fire investigators are looking into whether a fire that destroyed a popular restaurant and bar near Sturgis was intentionally set.
Bicyclist killed when struck by car near Sturgis
A 52-year-old Sturgis man died Monday after being struck by a car while riding a bicycle near Sturgis, police said.
Sturgis steakhouse fire under investigation
A popular Sturgis, Mich., eatery was ablaze Tuesday morning, following what police say may be a break-in at the business.
Mary Lou Millett, 86, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away Tuesday evening, May 12, 2009, at Drew's Place of Coldwater in Coldwater, Mich.
Four People and One Dog Sent to Hospital after Construction Zone Crash
Preliminary investigation by Master Trooper Randy Pryor revealed that a 2004 Freightliner tractor trailer driven by Junior Graham, 39, Sturgis, MI, was stopped on northbound U.S. 31 for a red light at the intersection of State Road 218.
We had a big laugh at our house the other day when Viola received a letter from a reader in Sturgis, Mich.
Liberty - SBell Award highlights Bar Association luncheon
Local officials and distinguished guests filled the dining room at Sturges-Young Auditorium Wednesday for a St.