Columns
Michael Bennett: It’s not quite time for sweats yet, but there is a chill in the air and it’s Apple Fest time
Most evenings I take a walk-jog after work and you can feel the chill of fall in the air. While it’s not quite time for ...
michaelbennett, Author at Leader Publications
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Troubles in Leaderland: Printer malfunctions
Our new Kodak computer to plate technology was uncrated on Friday. This will eliminate the need for film and will eventually bring you better quality ...
by Michael Bennett, Wednesday, August 28, 2013 1:20 pm
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Michael Bennett: My vacation on the east coast
We went to the coast and had fresh-steamed lobsters right off the boat for $5 a pound.
by Michael Bennett, Thursday, August 22, 2013 9:05 am
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Michael Bennett: We understand your frustration
When the big blue monster hiccups the newspaper doesn’t print.
by Michael Bennett, Thursday, August 1, 2013 3:38 pm
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Michael Bennett: Get out and enjoy the summer fun
Summer in the City in Dowagiac this week and Riverfest next week in Niles.
by Michael Bennett, Wednesday, July 24, 2013 5:41 pm
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Michael Bennett: Thanks for your help
They were asked to discuss the future they would like to see for them within the community. Look for that story soon.
by Michael Bennett, Wednesday, July 17, 2013 4:27 pm
Columns
Where are the ‘gem’ hiking trails?
Calling out to all of those in Leaderland: I need to know where the great trails are located in our local community. One of my ...
by Michael Bennett, Wednesday, July 10, 2013 9:25 pm
Columns
Stats reveal appetite for bad news
When I’m out and about meeting people in the community, I’m always hearing great stories I believe should be shared in our newspapers. If there ...
by Michael Bennett, Wednesday, July 3, 2013 5:24 pm
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Michael Bennett: Argus and Vigilant splitting up
Today marks a historic date, as today is the day that we separated the content of the Edwardsburg Argus and Cassopolis Vigilant.
by Michael Bennett, Thursday, June 20, 2013 9:24 pm
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Michael Bennett: Tickets to sell, new technology and online galleries
A combination of my move, last week’s Exposing Greatness Expo and the other items spilling off my desk, I didn’t get a chance to ...
by Michael Bennett, Wednesday, June 12, 2013 4:08 pm
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Michael Bennett: Moving back to Niles
Guess what? I am moving to Niles Township.
by Michael Bennett, Thursday, May 30, 2013 8:46 am
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Michael Bennett: Good customer service should never be an issue
On Monday, I had four customer service complaints come to my attention.
by Michael Bennett, Thursday, May 23, 2013 9:12 am
Columns
Schools slow to change and it shows
Dr. Richard Weigel, superintendent of Niles Community Schools, presented a frightening report about the state of education in our schools compared to the world.
by Michael Bennett, Wednesday, May 15, 2013 8:49 pm
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Michael Bennett: We all need to do more to promote education
With less attention to higher academic achievement, we continue to trend down while other countries make great advances.
by Michael Bennett, Wednesday, May 15, 2013 4:52 pm
Berrien County
Leader Publications having press problems
Last night we had a major press breakdown at Leader Publications in Niles.
by Michael Bennett, Friday, May 10, 2013 8:04 am
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Michael Bennett: Give your mom a hug this weekend
I’ll be leaving town tomorrow to visit my mom in New Jersey.
by Michael Bennett, Thursday, May 9, 2013 9:05 am
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Michael Bennett: Leader wants your photographs
I am too busy to write a column today.
by Michael Bennett, Wednesday, May 1, 2013 5:38 pm
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Michael Bennett: Volunteer-centered ‘Giving’ to launch May 2
You will all be pleased to know I survived my move this weekend, although I’m still living out of boxes and trying to figure out ...
by Michael Bennett, Thursday, April 25, 2013 9:02 am
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Michael Bennett: Heading back to Dowagiac
I’m heading back to downtown Dowagiac after six months of living in Niles Township.
by Michael Bennett, Thursday, April 18, 2013 9:16 am
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Michael Bennett: Productive and delicious visit to Cassopolis
Whether it is the RoboRangers or Cass Can, Leader Publications is always willing to get behind those that are about building a better community.
by Michael Bennett, Thursday, April 11, 2013 10:53 am
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Michael Bennett: ‘Giving’ expected to start by May
First, thanks to all of you that responded to last week’s column regarding a new feature we are developing for nonprofits, including service clubs in ...
by Michael Bennett, Thursday, April 4, 2013 10:41 am
Columns
Help us produce a non-profit page
I often write and talk about the importance of all of us giving back to our communities. Soon we will publish a weekly feature to ...
by Michael Bennett, Wednesday, March 27, 2013 7:48 pm
Columns
Dad’s birthday important to remember
“How much time do you have left?” I asked my dad on his birthday. “I’ve got plenty of time” my dad responded. At the age ...
by Michael Bennett, Thursday, March 21, 2013 5:30 pm
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Michael Bennett: Snow storm can’t chill Edwardsburg Chamber dinner
After the snow on Tuesday night, I am totally finished with winter.
by Michael Bennett, Friday, March 8, 2013 7:34 am
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Michael Bennett: Best of the Best returns, please play fair
As our avid Leader readers know, it is Best of the Best time in Leaderland.
