Sturgis Journal

The Sturgis Journal is a daily publication based in Sturgis, Michigan, USA. It is part of the Gannett family of newspapers. The paper was previously owned by GateHouse Media, which purchased it from Independent Media Group in the year 2000.

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Deadliest driving weeks on the road for Michigan teen drivers are during summer

5 days ago | sturgisjournal.com | Frank Witsil

Groups are urging teenage drivers to be careful this summer. Experts: Inexperience combined with immaturity is dangerous. AAA urges parents to model safe driving and limit phone use. Several groups, including AAA auto club and Michigan State Police, are urging teenage drivers to be vigilant this summer as they get behind the wheel because, statistically, some of the deadliest weeks on the road are between Memorial Day and Labor Day.
Bronson softball rides hot pitching to Division 3 District Championship

1 week ago | sturgisjournal.com | Troy Tennyson

Bronson High School's softball team won the Division 3 District 81 championship. Junior pitcher Ashlynn Harris threw a no-hitter in the first game and allowed only two hits in the second, totaling 22 strikeouts for the day. Strong offensive performances led to Bronson scoring a combined 22 runs in the two games. Bronson advances to the regional semifinal against Laingsburg. BRONSON – For the Bronson Vikings softball program, pitching has been a huge key to their success all season long.
What’s behind Sturgis’ top-tier cardiac arrest survival rates?

1 week ago | sturgisjournal.com | Janis Reeser

Janis Reeser, reporter assisted by AISturgis JournalThe Sturgis Department of Public Safety has provided ambulance service for three years. According to an announcement, the city has dedicated time and resources to enhance pre-hospital care since 2022. This effort includes sending nine employees to paramedic school, which involves more than 1,000 hours of combined classroom and field training.
Goshen College opportunity too good to pass up for Constantine's Breanna Bristol

1 week ago | sturgisjournal.com | Brandon Watson

CONSTANTINE — Breanna Bristol recently graduated from Constantine High School. Now, she's looking forward to the rest of her life. It will start soon, certainly, as she plans to keep playing the game she loves. Bristol will continue her academic and softball careers with Goshen College once her senior season of softball is done with Constantine. The Falcons will be in the district tournament on Saturday. When it comes to adversity, Bristol has already seen some ups and downs at a young age.
Here are the complete results from the UAW St. Joseph County Track/Field meet in Mendon

1 week ago | sturgisjournal.com | Brandon Watson

MENDON — The 40th annual U.A.W. St. Joseph County All-Star track and field meet was held in Mendon on Tuesday evening. Each of the events was completed as scheduled. This annual event, which rotates around the county for hosts each year, showcased the best track and field athletes. Sturgis will be the host school next year. Team scores are not kept at the event. However, each individual is awarded points based on their finishing spots in their respective events.
O'Tey, Pisco each win Baker MVP awards at county track and field meet

1 week ago | sturgisjournal.com | Brandon Watson

Keyanna O'Tey of Sturgis and Jordan Pisco of White Pigeon were named MVPs at the annual UAW St. Joseph County Track/Field meet. O'Tey is the first repeat female MVP winner since 2018, while Pisco also won the award in 2023. Sturgis girls placed first in 12 of 18 events and set five new county meet records. MENDON — Keyanna O'Tey of Sturgis and Jordan Pisco of White Pigeon both earned the top spots in the county once again on Tuesday evening in Mendon.
Here's a look at photos from Tuesday's county track meet in Mendon

1 week ago | sturgisjournal.com | Brandon Watson

Brandon WatsonAngela Cary flies over the bar in the high jump, an event she won at the county meet. Brandon Watson/JournalMatthew Bates of Centreville won the shot put event on Tuesday in Mendon. Brandon Watson/JournalState champion Vivian Massey spent some time taking photos at the county meet on Tuesday. Brandon Watson/JournalKyron Christner runs during the mile relay for Mendon on Tuesday.
St. Joseph County proposal to divest parks draws resident opposition

1 week ago | sturgisjournal.com | Jef Rietsma

Residents cited the parks' revenue generation, regional draw, and diverse amenities as reasons to maintain county ownership. CENTREVILLE – A proposal to consider divesting a trio of county-owned parks appears to be at a standstill. In response to the proposed plan – pitched last month by commissioner Christina Yunker – a standing-room-only crowd attended the May 20 St. Joseph County Board of Commissioners meeting. By a wide margin, those present appeared to oppose Yunker’s pitch.
Centreville, Constantine finish track seasons at MITCA competition

1 week ago | sturgisjournal.com | Brandon Watson

CLARE — Both the Centreville and Constantine track and field teams competed on Saturday. The schools were in attendance at the Division 3 Michigan Interscholastic Track Coaches Association team state finals. The Constantine boys finished seventh overall (1395.5 points), Centreville came in eighth (1360.5 points). For the girls, Centreville finished 11th (967) and Constantine (858.5) was 13th overall. The teams combined to post 30 overall Top 10 finishes, including a pair of top overall spots.
Three Rivers boys track ends season in fifth place at MITCA

1 week ago | sturgisjournal.com | Brandon Watson

BERRIEN SPRINGS — The Three Rivers boys track and field team had a successful season. It is still ongoing, but for the team perspective, the Wildcats traveled to Berrien Springs late last week and finished fifth overall at the Michigan Interscholastic Track Coaches Association team finals. The Wildcats piled up 929.5 points at the event, which was won by Harper Creek with 1393 points. Parma Western was second with 1359 and Hamilton scored 1056.5 points to finish third.