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‘I don’t want this for my family either’: Three Rivers commissioners, citizens discuss lead in water system

A near-capacity meeting Tuesday included a look at what's ongoing, a reminder to not dismiss members of the public, and a brief discussion of why certain things contain lead.

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Climate change in Michigan increases tick-borne disease risk, MDHHS says

Lyme disease is the most common tick-borne illness in the U.S., and cases are on the rise in Michigan.

St. Joseph County, Cass County, and Kalamazoo County voters can now request absentee ballots

Voters can request their ballots at Michigan.gov/Vote or by contacting their city or township clerk.

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The ‘futuro’ is now: Sturgis Chamber launching courses to benefit current and future Spanish-speaking business owners

Starting Wednesday, October 2, a free, four-week, exclusively in Spanish course will be taught to the owners of new and developing local businesses in Sturgis.

Three Rivers joins EPA’s ‘Get the Lead Out’ initiative to improve local water service

The EPA will provide Three Rivers with technical assistance to help identify lead lines, develop replacement plans, and more.

Local Outreach to Suicide Survivors (LOSS) team assembling in St. Joseph County

A grant received in the fall of 2023 helped establish St. Joseph County’s LOSS team, which is expected to have an unofficial launch in January 2025.

Public invited to comment on upcoming Sturgis projects

Federal aid funds are provided for road and transit projects for urban areas in communities the size of Sturgis.

Michigan communities can apply for tree planting grants

The application process is now open for grants to aid in tree planting throughout Michigan.

St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Office, Michigan State Police will meet, Chad Spence says

It’s possible that both agencies will collaborate again on the Brittany Shank case. "I want justice for her," St. Joseph County's presumptive next sheriff said.

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‘It’s one request’: Brittany Shank’s advocate, father ask St. Joseph County board to transfer her case to Michigan State Police

Brittany Shank has been missing for 2,120 days as of Thursday. Family, friends, and her advocate say it's too long to be without answers.

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