Crime/Court
Buchanan man sentenced for drug possession
CASSOPOLIS — A Buchanan man was sentenced Friday in Cass County Circuit Court for methamphetamine possession. James Edward ...
Community News
Local leaders aim to reactivate dormant Niles NAACP chapter
NILES — Local leaders are aiming to bring back a historic Niles organization to help address the needs ...
News Main
Verbal argument turns phsicial and results in Marcellus man being shot
A verbal dispute that turned physical resulted in a 24-year-old Marcellus resident being shot multiple times in the ...
Community News
Cass County residents to vote on transit services next month
CASSOPOLIS — The Cass County Transit Authority has requested a countywide millage for the February 2024 election due ...
Community News
Outgoing Miss Niles cherishes memories from past year
NILES — 2023 was an exciting whirlwind for Audrey Dixon. Dixon, who represented the community as Miss Niles ...
Crime/Court
Dowagiac man gets probation for drug possession
CASSOPOLIS — A Dowagiac man was sentenced Friday in Cass County Circuit Court for possession of methamphetamine. Mathew Aaron ...
Local Government
Cass County Board of Commissioners approve 2024 committee assignments
CASSOPOLIS — The Cass County Board of Commissioners on Thursday approved committee, board and commission assignments for the ...
Community News
Souldier Goods flagship store, Groove School open in downtown Niles
NILES — Last week was a busy one for Jen Tabor. Tabor, owner of internationally renowned lifestyle brand, ...
Community News
Hunter Ice Festival continues this weekend
NILES — One of Niles’ most popular festivals is back for a second weekend of frozen fun. Niles ...
Community News
Dowagiac schools celebrate December Students of the Month
DOWAGIAC — Six local students have been selected for recognition by teachers and faculty for their outstanding performance ...
DEVELOPING NEWS
Teen facing felony charges in Niles shooting
NILES — A Niles teen has been arraigned on five felony charges in relation to the shooting Wednesday ...
DEVELOPING NEWS
Man arrested for shooting, injuring man after argument in Niles
NILES — A man was arrested Wednesday after he allegedly shot a Niles man in the leg following ...
News
Tobias: Let’s hope Michigan does better to reduce alcohol problems in 2024
By Mike Tobias, Michigan Council on Alcohol Problems Michigan is the best state in the country and we ...
Community News
YMCA to host financial resource event
NILES — Summit Financial Wellness, a nonprofit committed to providing the skills and resources needed to achieve and ...
Community News
New Miss Dowagiac court ready to represent community
DOWAGIAC — Four Dowagiac teens will be representing their community throughout the year as members of the 2024 ...
Education
Curriculum discussed at Brandywine committee meeting
NILES — After several meetings with little or no public comment, people once again came out to express ...
Community News
Mt. Calvary Baptist Church hosts annual MLK Community Breakfast
NILES — Dozens of community members braved frigid conditions Monday morning to celebrate the life of Dr. Martin ...
News
PET OF THE WEEK: Gypsy Rose, of Paws of Hope
Meet Gypsy Rose, a cat with Paws of Hope. Take Gypsy Rose with you on life’s road trip, ...
Community News
Niles man injured in Pokagon Township snowmobile crash
POKAGON TOWNSHIP — A Niles man was injured Monday when he lost control of his snowmobile and crashed ...
Community News
Niles Haunted House to award scholarships to area seniors
NILES — One regional attraction is looking to give back to area students. The Niles Haunted House Board ...
Community News
Niles senior named LMC Spirit of MLK Spotlight recipient
BENTON HARBOR — A Niles High School senior was recognized Monday for his commitment to honoring Rev. Dr. ...
Community News
PHOTO GALLERY: 2024 Miss Niles Scholarship Pageant
NILES — Niles’ best and brightest graced the stage Saturday at Niles High School to participate in the ...
Community News
Amelia Rodgers crowned Miss Niles 2024
NILES — A new royal court has been crowned to represent the Niles community. When the dust settled, ...
Community News
Natasha Griggs crowned Miss Dowagiac 2024
DOWAGIAC — A new reign of royalty began in Dowagiac Saturday night. Natasha Griggs was crowned Miss Dowagiac ...
Crime/Court
Dowagiac man gets jail time for drug possession
CASSOPOLIS — A Dowagiac man facing sentencing next month in Berrien County was sentenced Friday in Cass County ...
