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Area agencies see increase in traffic citations over the Fourth of July weekend
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — For many, the Fourth of July weekend brought family gatherings, fireworks and general merriment. However, ...
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COVID-19 UPDATE: Michigan reports 895,395 cases, 19,775 deaths
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — As of Monday, Berrien County reported 13,967 COVID-19 cases and 274 deaths, according to the ...
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Sister Lakes Fire Department’s Fourth of July Bigfoot Parade, BBQ fundraiser raises $12,000
SISTER LAKES — A local fire department had a Fourth of July weekend to remember. The Sister Lakes ...
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New marketing reps prepared to help Berrien, Cass County advertisers
NILES — Leader Publications has welcomed two new marketing professionals to its team. Jennifer Bounds, who has been ...
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Dowagiac Summer in the City Festival returns July 16-17
DOWAGIAC – Next week, as the Greater Dowagiac Chamber of Commerce rolls out this community’s first festival since ...
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Cass District Library hosts pillow craft workshop
CASSOPOLIS — Last week, Cass County residents were able to bring a smiling avocado to life. Last week, ...
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PHOTO STORY: Dowagiac Fire Department hosts annual corn, sausage roast
DOWAGIAC — Before Fourth of July fireworks took to the skies last weekend, Dowagiac community members came together ...
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Mason Township man injured in hit-and-run
MASON TOWNSHIP — A Mason Township man was injured in a hit-and-run, according to the Cass County Sheriff’s ...
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South Bend woman killed in Pokagon Township crash
EDWARDSBURG — A South Bend woman was killed and an Edwardsburg family was injured in a Fourth of ...
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PHOTO STORY: Dowagiac Summer Concert Series plays on
DOWAGIAC — Dozens of community members gathered to hear Denise and The Skeletones perform Thursday night on the ...
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Cass County commissioners pass hyperconverged infrastructure project
CASSOPOLIS — For the first time in more than a year, the public was welcomed into the Cass ...
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Dowagiac Conservation Club to host annual gun, outdoor show
DOWAGIAC — The Dowagiac Conservation Club, 54551 M-51 North, will be hosting its annual Gun and Outdoor Show ...
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Dowagiac District Library hosts dedication ceremony for The Pokagon Room
DOWAGIAC — Local students looking for a space to work on school or crafting projects need look no ...
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Area hospital urges residents to stay safe this Fourth of July weekend
DOWAGIAC – From barbecues to cooling off by the pool to scenic firework shows, the Fourth of July ...
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Dowagiac Police Log: June 28-30
June 28 5:12 a.m. – Gray/McCleary, suspicious subject/motorist assist 8:20 a.m. – Paul/Prairie Ronde, traffic stop 9:30 a.m. ...
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Two involved in head-on collision
PORTER TOWNSHIP — Two cars were involved in a head-on collision in Porter Township Wednesday, according to the ...
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Area shelters ask residents to take steps to protect pets during Fourth of July weekend
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN – As loud bangs and cheers are heard around the area this weekend, area animal shelter ...
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DUHS principal named superintendent at Hartford Public Schools
DOWAGIAC — Kelly Millin is ready for her next adventure. After seven years as the principal of Dowagiac ...
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Ascension Borgess Lee Foundation to host 10th annual wine, beer tasting event
DOWAGIAC — With COVID-19 restrictions lifted across the state, annual summer events are returning in full force. In ...
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Regional power companies pull together during summer storms
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN – Severe weather can take out power in a small neighborhood or across large swaths of ...
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Cass County Problem Solving Courts host summer celebration
CASSOPOLIS — The Cass County Problem-Solving Courts traditionally host graduation celebrations in each court for program participants who ...
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COVID-19 UPDATE: Michigan reports 894,433 cases, 19,744 deaths
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — As of Tuesday, Berrien County reported 13,947 COVID-19 cases and 271 deaths, according to the ...
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Dowagiac City Council approves resolutions for brownfield development
DOWAGIAC – The city council of Dowagiac is moving forward with its vision for brownfield redevelopment properties. Monday, ...
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Dowagiac school board approves construction of new baseball field
DOWAGIAC — The Dowagiac Union High School baseball team will not have to travel far to play home ...
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17th annual Ascension Borgess-Lee golf outing July 15
The 17th annual Ascension Borgess-Lee Foundation Golf Outing will be July 15 at Indian Lake Hills Golf Course.
