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United Way launches online platform to engage public in advocating for change, announces success of year’s first advocacy effort

SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — United Way of Southwest Michigan launched its new collaborative platform for advocacy, giving the people ...

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SMC announces Laura Odenwald as dance team volunteer coach

DOWAGIAC — Southwestern Michigan College’s new dance team coach has journeyed from Quince Orchard High School in Gaithersburg, ...

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Dowagiac Police Log: June 30-July 6

June 30 7:48 a.m. – Borgess Lee Memorial, general assist 10:30 a.m. – Front, suspicious situation 11:05 a.m. ...

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Blue Dart Art to host second Art in The Park exhibition

CASS COUNTY — A local nonprofit is preparing to showcase classical art to the community. Blue Dart Art ...

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PHOTO STORY: Cass District Library hosts Big Truck Day

CASSOPOLIS — This week, area children got behind the wheel of some of Cass County’s largest vehicles. Wednesday, ...

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Cass Area Artists to host second Cass County Regional Gallery exhibit

CASSOPOLIS — A regional art exhibit will return to Cass County next month. The second annual Cass County ...

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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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