St. Joseph County, Michigan News & Politics

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National and Michigan headlines, seen through a St. Joe County, Michigan lens. What do the big stories mean for your family, your neighbors, and your community? We break it down.

The headlines can feel overwhelming. Here are the 6 focus areas for us in 2026.

Economy & Wages
Healthcare & Rights
Democracy & Voting
Community & Safety
Immigration & Foreign Policy
Corruption

Dan Moyle 9/6/26 Dan Moyle 9/6/26

Michigan’s Teacher Pay Crisis Is a Crisis for Every Community

Michigan teacher pay has dropped 29% since 1995, the steepest decline in the country. Three Rivers teachers earn thousands less than the state average. Read what this means for St. Joseph County schools and why Michiganders want change.

Dan Moyle 7/27/26 Dan Moyle 7/27/26

A Signed Budget Means Stability for St. Joseph County Schools

Michigan's 2026-27 education budget is signed, sealed, and already making a difference for St. Joseph County schools.

Per-pupil funding climbs to a record $10,300, free breakfast and lunch continue for every public school student, and $502 million is headed toward literacy support through the Every Child Reads plan.

For districts in Three Rivers, White Pigeon, Sturgis, Mendon, and Constantine, that means more stability for students and families.

Read the full breakdown of what's in it and why it matters close to home.

Dan Moyle 4/1/26 Dan Moyle 4/1/26

Keeping the Lights On: How Rising Utility Profits Hit Home in St. Joseph County

A national report on soaring utility profits has an unmistakable local chapter. Families in Three Rivers, Sturgis, and Centreville are already feeling it.