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Two already serving prison sentenced Friday on additional charges
CASSOPOLIS — Two men were sentenced who are already in prison Friday in Cass County Court. Mark Kuzmits, ...
Education
Cass County justice group talks Critical Race Theory, forgiveness
CASS COUNTY — Layered on top of a black and white photograph reads a quote from Dr. Martin ...
Local Government
Cass Commissioners recognize 911 dispatchers, animal control
CASS COUNTY — Local government officials took time to recognize two groups of people ahead of their national ...
News
Cass Co. approves raise, pension change for sergeants unit
CASS COUNTY — Contract changes continue to come for union employees in Cass County. The Cass County Board ...
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Union leader takes aim at Cass County officials amid pension changes
CASS COUNTY – Following the completion of contract negotiations, one union leader has spoken out. Amid changes to ...
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ON THE HUNT: Find an Easter egg hunt or bunny visit nearby
The Easter Bunny will be hopping through southwest Michigan, hiding Easter eggs at various community spaces. Find out ...
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‘Monumental:’ $100B company set to break ground, plant trees in Cassopolis
CASSOPOLIS — As cannabis dispensaries celebrate their unofficial holiday this April in Cassopolis, one new business will be ...
Community News
Cassopolis, Wightman awarded for village transformation project
CASSOPOLIS — The transformation of a local village has earned statewide recognition. The Village of Cassopolis and engineering ...
News
Cassopolis to allow drive-through cannabis sales, use tax money for road work
CASSOPOLIS — After recent changes to cannabis administration rules in Michigan, a local government has decided to follow ...
Community News
Homeowners hit by COVID-19 hardship may qualify for $25,000
MICHIGAN — Berrien and Cass County residents who have endured financial hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic now ...
News
Cass County approves grant applications for TK Lawless Park improvements
CASSOPOLIS — A popular county park is one step closer to upgrading its facilities. The Cass County Board ...
Community News
Cass County courts employees retain defined benefit pension plan
CASSOPOLIS — As county officials seek to implement new retirement plans for the county’s union employees, one union ...
News
Health department finds ‘no concerns’ following inspection of Cassopolis Public Schools
CASSOPOLIS — A local school district has issued a response after a viral Facebook post called into question ...
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Cassopolis police receive raise from village
CASSOPOLIS — At Monday’s meeting, the village council approved a police union contract including about a 10-percent wage ...
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Cassopolis approves Hydro Aluminum grant application
CASSOPOLIS — With an international company set to break ground and create local jobs, the economic development and ...
News
Cassopolis Family Clinic buys county building, plans expansion in Niles
CASSOPOLIS — A local network of health care providers is expanding. The Cassopolis Family Clinic Network, provider of ...
Community News
County shelter vaccinates 137 animals; Road Commission thanks board
CASSOPOLIS — It wasn’t raining cats and dogs, but more than 100 animals descended upon a local event ...
News
Lawn in order: Prosecutor comments on ‘major’ meth bust; suspects named
EDITOR’S NOTE: This story has been updated with names of the suspects. CASSOPOLIS — Cass County Prosecutor Victor ...
News
Cass County commission urges state to fully return to in-person operations
CASSOPOLIS — With the majority of businesses, schools and agencies statewide having returned to in-person operations since the ...
Community News
Drug bust uncovers 1.2 pounds of meth, multi-state sales conspiracy
NILES – What began as a traffic stop has turned into a drug bust involving three counties in ...
News
Cassopolis approves cannabis event at fairgrounds
CASSOPOLIS — The county fairgrounds just got a little bit greener. At a special meeting Monday, Feb. 28 ...
Education
Cassopolis financial program highlights alumni, invests in students’ future
By JAMES NELDON Leader Publications Contributor CASSOPOLIS — In the halls of Sam Adams Elementary school, students ...
News
Cass County announces free rides for veterans, widows
Two government agencies have teamed up to help veterans in need of transportation.
Community News
‘Do the right thing’: George Grady’s impact as nation’s first Black police chief
DOWAGIAC — Despite having died 45 years ago, one local figure’s legacy continues to inspire a generation of ...
Business
‘License to grill’: Family key to local eatery’s success
NILES — Laughter and sweet, savory smells billowed out of the kitchen at Curly Q’s BBQ, 1125 Wayne ...
