The event is free and open to the public. Food and merchandise will be available for purchase. Donations will also be accepted throughout the day to benefit Affinity House, a St. Joseph County nonprofit dedicated to promoting mental health awareness and providing local resources.
The Oster Award is presented annually to a teacher in the Sturgis Public School District who exemplifies exceptional teaching standards, professional dedication, and extraordinary service to the Sturgis community.
Project Connect aims to assist low-income families, veterans, and people experiencing homelessness in St. Joseph County.
“Meet the Media: Talk Back” will be held in the Van Deusen Room at the Kalamazoo Public Library downtown branch. It will feature a panel of SWMJC members — all journalists and editors from Michigan media outlets — seeking to answer questions and hear from residents about community development issues important to them.
Founded in 2000 as a geographic affiliate of the Sturgis Area Community Foundation, WPACF connects donors with opportunities to support local projects and programs. Over the years, the foundation has funded scholarships for White Pigeon Community Schools, supported the township library’s OVIE Bookmobile and Summertime Tunes concert series, and backed initiatives such as Wahbememe Park and the Everett F. Gray Stadium.
Submissions from eligible first, second, third and fourth graders will be accepted through Friday, September 26.
The search was prompted by the retirement of Joel Mishler, who had served as Athletic Director since July 2022 and retired effective June 30, 2025.
General admission is $10 for adults, $5 for ages 11-16, and free for children 10 and under. Parking is free with courtesy carts to transport attendees from their parking spots to the fairgrounds.
Jordan was placed on paid administrative leave on Friday, August 15, after the board received reports he had allegedly made homophobic and anti-Muslim comments. His termination comes just two months after he began his duties as Cass County administrator.
United Way is calling on community members, local businesses, and civic leaders to support the effort. Contributions will go directly toward construction of the facility.
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