A 26-year-old Sturgis man was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents around 6 a.m. Wednesday near Mendon, according to a member of a Sturgis-based advocacy group.
A 20-year-old male passenger, who was pronounced dead at the scene, has been identified by authorities. The driver, also a 20-year-old male, sustained critical injuries and was airlifted to a nearby hospital where he remains in critical but stable condition.
Communities across St. Joseph County are preparing for a festive Fourth of July with parades, fireworks, music, and family-friendly activities scheduled throughout the area this week.
City Clerk Kenneth Rhodes administered the oath during the commission’s regular meeting. Wickey previously served three years of a four-year term before resigning to attend to an out-of-area commitment.
The Sturgis City Commission appointed Justin Wickey as Second Precinct Commissioner, filling a vacancy left by former Second Precinct Commissioner Rodger Moyer.
The four-month Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) brought together 24 Medical First Responders, EMTs, and paramedics from communities including Burr Oak, Mendon, White Pigeon, Colon and Sturgis.
Moyer announced his resignation last month, and Wednesday was his final day as a city commissioner.
Commissioner Rodger Moyer announced earlier this month that he will resign at the end of April due to relocating outside of his district.
Rep. Steve Carra also discussed House Bill 4186, which he co-sponsored, aiming to amend the Michigan Business Tax Act. The bill, awaiting Senate approval, proposes raising the Michigan Business Tax rate to 30% starting in 2025.
Crews from Marshall, Niles, Chelsea, Clinton, Hillsdale and Coldwater responded, adding 27 lineworkers to assist local crews in March.
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