Dan Cherry

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Sturgis city gets clean audit, appoints commissioner

3 weeks ago | sturgisjournal.com | Dan Cherry

Justin Wickey was appointed to the Sturgis City Commission, filling the vacant 2nd Precinct seat. The city received a "clean opinion" on its annual audit, indicating accurate financial reporting. The city approved several community events, including "Jam for JB" and a "Jesus March," and reviewed plans for Sturgis Fest. STURGIS - A familiar face is set to rejoin the Sturgis City Commission, and positive fiscal news came during the city's annual audit Wednesday, May 14.
Spring car cruise brings hundreds to downtown Sturgis

3 weeks ago | sturgisjournal.com | Dan Cherry

STURGIS - Dozens of vintage and custom vehicles lined the streets of downtown Sturgis Friday for the annual Spring Car Cruise-In & Eats celebration. North Street in the downtown district was closed off in the evening for vendors, food trucks and acoustic music entertainment. The festivities were held under a cloudless blue sky, delighting participants and visitors alike.
Heartland RV plant to shut down in Sturgis; loss of 121 jobs expected

1 month ago | sturgisjournal.com | Dan Cherry

STURGIS — A recreational vehicle manufacturing facility on the north side of Sturgis is set to shut down in June, less than two years after opening its new facility. Heartland Recreational Vehicles LLC on April 21 filed a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act (WARN) document with the state, announcing the pending closure in approximately 60 days.
Heartland RV plant to shut down in Sturgis; loss of 121 jobs expected

1 month ago | thedailyreporter.com | Dan Cherry

STURGIS — A recreational vehicle manufacturing facility on the north side of Sturgis is set to shut down in June, less than two years after opening its new facility. Heartland Recreational Vehicles LLC on April 21 filed a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act (WARN) document with the state, announcing the pending closure in approximately 60 days.
St. Joseph Street in Sturgis reconstruction starts

1 month ago | sturgisjournal.com | Dan Cherry

Sturgis, MI began a $2.2 million reconstruction project on St. Joseph Street. Public hearings were held to discuss sidewalk additions and repairs, with costs potentially shared between the city and property owners. City Commissioner Rodger Moyer announced his resignation due to an upcoming move.
Severe weather hits Sturgis Sunday, cutting power and downing trees

2 months ago | sturgisjournal.com | Dan Cherry

A fast-moving storm front tracked across St. Joseph County Sunday afternoon, knocking down trees and interrupting power to thousands across the region. Sturgis was hard-hit by the storms, which prompted the National Weather Service to issue a radar-indicated tornado warning around 5:15 p.m. Residents reported hearing the two operational sirens in the city for only several seconds before an apparent power outage cut the signal.
Sturgis officials to determine what's next for recycling

2 months ago | sturgisjournal.com | Dan Cherry

The city currently funds the program through a $2 monthly assessment on residential properties, but the cost of service is projected to increase significantly. Sturgis City Manager Andrew Kuk recommended exploring options such as seeking new bids, reducing collection frequency, or establishing a drop-off site to maintain the program affordably.
Dr. Seuss party kicks off March is Reading Month at Sturgis District Library

2 months ago | sturgisjournal.com | Dan Cherry

STURGIS - Nearly 250 people visited Sturgis District Library Friday evening to celebrate March is Reading Month and Dr. Seuss' birthday. The Dr. Seuss party observed the 121st anniversary of the famous children’s author's birthday, and the 20th year of the Sturgis District Library's participation in the celebration.
Sturgis Planning Commission approves Watershed building sign

Feb 19, 2025 | sturgisjournal.com | Dan Cherry

STURGIS - A new sign will soon adorn the front façade of the Watershed building in downtown Sturgis. The Sturgis Planning Commission on Tuesday unanimously approved a backlit halo sign boasting the building's name to be placed between the first and second floor. The meeting was presided by Rick Mahler, in the absence of chairman John Mikulenas.
Sturgis officials: U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement not sweeping through schools

Feb 5, 2025 | sturgisjournal.com | Dan Cherry

Rumors of Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials removing students from Sturgis Public Schools are false. Sturgis Public Schools Superintendent Art Ebert emphasizes the importance of relying on factual information and addressing concerns directly. STURGIS — Sturgis Public Schools officials said rumors of students being removed from the school by immigration officials are just that — rumors.