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Niles’ first African American police officer recalls his 29 years of service
At 77, Hubert Ingram still remembers the day his career path changed for the long run.
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Pokagon artists show off work at South Bend exhibit
At the Snite Museum of Art on Notre Dame University’s campus is an exhibit that focuses on the ...
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The 13th annual Buchanan Chili Cook-Off contest to take place March 21
From spicy to sweet, chefs who have participated in the Buchanan Chili Cook-Off Contest have impressed tastebuds with ...
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St. Mary’s Church in Niles to welcome renowned singer and mission presenter
Vince Ambrosetti a singer, songwriter and a mission presenter will return to St. Mary’s Church this week and ...
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Dowagiac city council hears 2017-18 audit presentation, looks forward to capital improvement projects
At the Monday evening city council meeting, CPA Jamie Rivette, of Yeo and Yeo CPA’s and Business Consultants, ...
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H.O.P.E. to host forum about bringing more Black teachers to Niles
A local organization with the mission to bring community issues to the forefront will host a forum called, ...
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Volunteer may have embezzled money to gamble
A man charged with embezzling from the Central Cass Fire Department may have used the funds for gambling ...
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Cass County Council on Aging to host tech fair March 7
In today’s world, staying connected to technology is more critical than ever. Because of this, one local organization ...
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Council members seek feedback on recoating of water tower
Should the Cherry Street water tower continue to feature a Niles Viking logo or the get a whole ...
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Volunteer of the Year: Marny Wyant
Marny Wyant is a volunteer with the Cass County Council on Aging.
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Niles police log — Feb. 20-24
Feb. 20 2:31 a.m. — 1600 block Silverbrook, assist 4:15 a.m. — 1800 block Eagle, traffic 7:15 a.m. ...
Education
Niles Education Foundation awards more than $10,400 to school projects
The Niles Education Foundation awarded nine teachers more than $10,400 in funding with the goal to enhance and ...
Education
SMC raising tuition for 2020
The Southwestern Michigan College Board of Trustees adopted the tuition and fee schedule for the 2019-2020 fiscal year ...
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United Way hosts Spring into Reading book drive
United Way of Southwest Michigan is hosting a Spring into Reading book drive this March 2019 in celebration ...
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Lakeland offers March wellness events
A local healthcare provider will be offering several classes next month.
Niles
Joyce Miller, of Niles
Joyce Miller, 91, of Niles, died Monday, Feb. 25, 2019. Arrangements are being made by Halbritter Wickens Funeral ...
Cass County
Investigation indicates former assistant fire chief may have embezzled money to gamble
CASS COUNTY — A man charged with embezzling from the Central Cass Fire Department may have used the ...
Berrien County
African American leaders discuss history and hopes for the future during forum
BUCHANAN — When Bernice Patterson was growing up, she remembers being one of two African Americans in her ...
Berrien County
Windy weather knocks Chapin Mansion scaffolding structure flat
NILES — High winds that swept through southwest Michigan this weekend toppled the scaffolding structure that construction crews ...
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Man jailed for illegal surveillance, Buchanan woman who used substances also sentenced
NILES — A woman who was found with drug syringes in a car has been sentenced jail time ...
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Photo story: Niles and Buchanan students compete in Cloverleaf Spelling Bee
BENTON HARBOR — The Cloverleaf Spelling Bee 2019 took place Feb. 21 at the Mendel Center in Benton ...
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MEC board member works to create rural opportunity
CASSOPOLIS — Through his more than 20 years working as an IT consultant, Gerry Bundle, 56, of Cassopolis, ...
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Kennedy’s Kitchen to perform at the Beckwith Theatre
DOWAGIAC — Kennedy’s Kitchen band leader John Kennedy finds more joy in music than almost anything else. Music ...
Education
Dowagiac Middle School Honor Roll
Dowagiac Middle School recently released its honor roll for its first semester. High honors are students that achieved ...
Niles
Niles police log Feb. 18 and 19
Feb. 18 12:39 a.m. — 7 block N. 9th, unwanted person 12:48 a.m. — 7 block N. 9th, ...
