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Wade Allen murder case could go to appeals court

In a hearing to determine whether certain evidence is admissible in court, 45th Circuit Court Judge Paul Stutesman ruled on Friday that the murder case against Wade Allen can go forward. However, because some parts of the events that led to the collection of that evidence are still constitutionally uncertain, Stutesman granted an immediate stay of any further proceedings to permit the defense attorney, David Marvin, an opportunity to apply to an appeals court.

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Victim of Three Rivers Home Shooting Seeks Way Forward

A 64-year-old Three Rivers woman is looking for a secure place to live after her home was shot at on Monday, August 31.

Season’s County Road Projects Continue

At a light meeting of the St. Joseph County Road Commission’s board Wednesday evening, during which no action items occurred, Managing Director John Lindsey provided his usual, detailed update on the season’s road work, as well as potential upcoming projects.

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TRiM adds more color, culture to downtown Three Rivers

TRiM leaders Mike Curtis and Lisa DeVine recently installed new artwork to a signboard over one of the storefronts belonging to Lowry’s Books and More. The panel features a row of colorful bookends in relief, designed to look like a full bookshelf.

Court documents: City responds in Three Rivers marijuana lawsuit

Documents obtained by Watershed Voice Tuesday show additional details on the lawsuit filed in St. Joseph County Circuit Court last month pertaining to a petition on a Three Rivers marijuana ballot initiative.

St. Joseph County employee hours to be reduced

The St. Joseph County Commission voted Tuesday to approve union agreements that reduce staff time to 35 hours a week amid anticipated budget shortfalls.

City of Three Rivers votes to draft marijuana ordinance for 2021

Three Rivers City Commissioners voted Tuesday evening to draft marijuana ordinance language for the first available ballot next year. If passed, the ordinance would permit the establishment of a set number of marijuana retail businesses inside the city.

Sheriff’s Deputies Respond to Two Vehicle Incidents

St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Department Deputies responded to two vehicle incidents on Monday and Tuesday according to press releases issued by Sheriff Mark Lillywhite. The incidents included a motorcycle crash on Shimmel Road on Monday evening and a high-speed chase on U.S. Highway 12 early this morning.

Ex-Finance Director Pleads Guilty to Embezzlement in South Haven

Wendy Hochstedler, a former Three Rivers City Finance Director who was fired and subsequently settled a lawsuit with the City has pled guilty to embezzlement from the City of South Haven in court.

Three Rivers Marijuana Petition Goes Before Judge

This morning, Circuit Court Judge Paul Stutesman spoke to attorneys for the plaintiff and defense in a lawsuit case around a City of Three Rivers marijuana ballot measure petition that City Clerk rejected last month.

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