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Dowagiac listed as finalist for space command center
DOWAGIAC — The city of Dowagiac could soon be a hub for aerospace activity. According to the Michigan ...
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Former Harvey’s Shop building to house high-end apartment
DOWAGIAC — A blighted downtown Dowagiac building will soon be as good as new. Shannon Lyons and her ...
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Jones man headed back to prison on drug charges
CASSOPOLIS – A Jones man is going back to prison on seven felony charges related to drugs and ...
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Cass County expecting significant general fund shortfalls
CASSOPOLIS — Budgeting was on the brain Thursday evening in Cass County. During the Cass County Board of ...
Business
Dowagiac gym owner relieved by new executive orders
NILES — Gyms across the state can open their doors once again. Thursday, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed Executive ...
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79 animals found during Dowagiac animal hoarding investigation
DOWAGIAC — Nearly 80 animals were found during an investigation of an animal hoarding case and suspected abuse ...
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COVID-19 UPDATE: Michigan reports 104,395 cases, 6,519 deaths
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — Michigan continues to report rising COVID-19 numbers. Berrien County reported 1,448 cases and 70 related ...
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Gov. Whitmer signs order reopening gyms, permitting organized sports with strict safety measures
LANSING — Today, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed Executive Order 2020-176 reopening Michigan’s gyms and pools in those regions ...
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Cass County 4-H to offer virtual experience
CASSOPOLIS — Cass County children will have the chance to expand their 4-H skills at an upcoming event. ...
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Former Chemical Bank now TCF National Bank
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — The bank sitting at the corner of Main Street and North Fourth Street downtown has ...
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Two injured in Pokagon Township crash
POKAGON TOWNSHIP — A Sodus teen and Dowagiac senior citizen sustained minor injuries in a Wednesday morning crash, ...
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Dowagiac middle schooler diagnosed with cancer to celebrate birthday with ‘ride-by’ event
DOWAGIAC — It has been a challenging year for Weski Wesaw. While most 12-year-olds are playing outside or ...
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COVID-19 UPDATE: Michigan reports 103,710 cases, 6,509 deaths
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — Michigan continues to report rising COVID-19 numbers. Berrien County reported 1,442 cases and 70 related ...
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Pokagon Band elects tribal council members
DOWAGIAC — The Pokagon Band of Potawatomi recently announced the election of its new tribal council members. Brandon ...
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Lutz’s Drive In to open Labor Day weekend under new ownership
DOWAGIAC — Marissa Schoetzow loves to cook food and serve customers. So when the opportunity to purchase Lutz’s ...
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Cass County Firemen’s Association receives donation from America’s Farmers Grow Communities
HOWARD TOWNSHIP — The Cass County Firemen’s Association will be buying new rescue equipment, thanks to the effort ...
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COVID-19 UPDATE: Michigan reports 103,186 cases, 6,495 deaths
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — Michigan continues to report rising COVID-19 numbers. Berrien County reported 1,441 cases and 70 related ...
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Honor Credit Union announces partnership with Credit Union Trust
BERRIEN SPRINGS — Honor Credit Union recently announced its partnership with Credit Union Trust and welcomed Vice President ...
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Police identify victim of fatal Jefferson Township crash
JEFFERSON TOWNSHIP — The Cass County Sheriff’s Office has identified the victim of a Jefferson Township crash. Marcus ...
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Wolverine Mutual Insurance Company promotes five employees, hires two new directors
DOWAGIAC — Jim Laing, president of Wolverine Mutual Insurance Company in Dowagiac, Michigan, recently announced the promotion of ...
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One killed in Jefferson Township crash
JEFFERSON TOWNSHIP — One person was killed in a Jefferson Township crash Monday, according to the Cass County ...
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COVID-19 UPDATE: Michigan reports 102,468 cases, 6,480 deaths
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — Over the weekend, COVID-19 numbers rose in the state of Michigan. Berrien County reported 1,430 ...
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United Way of Southwest Michigan to celebrate National Voter Registration Day by registering voters online throughout September
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — On Sept. 22, Americans will celebrate National Voter Registration Day with a massive cross-country effort ...
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SMC heading back to campus
DOWAGIAC — Southwestern Michigan College will move to Phase 3 of its Campus Reopening Plan this weekend in ...
Education
Newly appointed DUS board member hopes to be a voice for the youth
DOWAGIAC — As a church pastor and a longtime basketball, football and track coach, Tracey Hatcher is used ...
