Dowagiac
Dowagiac police log — Dec. 28-Jan. 2
Dec. 28 6 a.m. — 56000 block M-51 S., commercial alarm, unfounded 6:50 a.m. — 400 block Maple, ...
News
Lansing considering child care security updates
LANSING — Child day care workers would need to pass criminal background checks and daycare facilities would see ...
News
Michigan Education Trust celebrates 30th anniversary with sweepstakes
LANSING — To help mark its 30th anniversary as the nation’s first prepaid tuition plan, the Michigan Education ...
Cass County
Lakeland Hospital welcomes first baby of the New Year
NILES — The Birth Place at Lakeland Hospital, Niles welcomed southwest Michigan’s first baby of 2018 at 4:46 ...
Berrien County
Niles woman rallies community to create care packages for the homeless
NILES — Sometimes it does not take a lot to make a big difference. This has been the ...
Berrien County
New organization to promote diversity in Buchanan
BUCHANAN — Two individuals, from two different walks of life, recently met in a back room of the ...
Berrien County
What’s happening at the Niles District Library
NILES – The Niles District Library seeks to build a community of lifelong learners who want to make ...
Berrien County
Buchanan senior center events
BUCHANAN — The Buchanan Area Senior Center is located at 810 Rynearson St. in Buchanan. Wednesday, Jan. 3 ...
Berrien County
Top 10 headlines of 2017
The past year was an eventful one in southwest Michigan, with a variety of extraordinary events taking place ...
Dowagiac
City to focus on parks, public art this year
DOWAGIAC — After a huge year in 2016, with the construction and opening of the redesigned Commercial and ...
Cass County
COA hosting fitness challenge to help locals shave off pounds
CASSOPOLIS — Plates of roasted turkey — and turkey sandwiches, turkey salad, turkey soup, etc. — have been ...
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DNR: Check maps before using ORV on state trails
LANSING — Many — but not all — state forest roads are now open to off-road vehicle traffic. ...
Dowagiac
New SMC board member is alumna
DOWAGIAC — Southwestern Michigan College Board of Trustees Dec. 18 confirmed the appointment of Elkhart accountant Ann McCuistion ...
Cass County
Cass County COA events, Jan. 2
DOWAGIAC — The Cass County COA has planned a number of activities for next week at its Dowagiac ...
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Food, wine to be featured at Winter Delights event
BENTON TOWNSHIP — The Mendel Center has announced the 16 Michigan wineries and beverage makers scheduled for the ...
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Survey shows Michigan counselors have third highest student ratio in the country
LANSING — Michigan school counselors are spread thin, with the third-highest student-to-counselor ratio in the nation, according to ...
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Survey shows law enforcement is interested in mental health training
LANSING — Efforts to expand mental health and crisis training for law enforcement officials are widely supported by ...
Dowagiac
SMC’s nursing building project the Daily News’ top story of the year
DOWAGIAC — A year marked with triumph and tragedy, of new beginnings and fond farewells, of unity and ...
Buchanan
Multiple NYE celebrations available across Berrien and Cass counties
With the countdown to 2018 beginning, residents will not have to go far to find a New Year’s ...
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Daily Star looks back on budding potential for medical marijuana operations
A year marked with triumph and tragedy, of new beginnings and fond farewells, of unity and conflict, 2017 ...
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Berrien County parks offers cool fun outdoors during the winter season
BERRIEN COUNTY — Parks across Berrien County will offer a variety of winter of winter activities this season. ...
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Lt. Governor signs legislation ensuring safety of children in child care facilities
LANSING — Lt. Gov. Brian Calley signed legislation this week that ensures the safety of children in child ...
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State licensing agency releases info on new marijuana card process
LANSING — The Dept. of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs released information Wednesday to inform and advise patients regarding ...
Cassopolis
Two injured in snowmobile accident
PORTER TOWNSHIP — Two Union residents were injured in a snowmobile accident on M-217 in Porter Township Wednesday, ...
Dowagiac
Dowagiac police log — Dec. 27-28
Dec. 27 10:30 a.m. — 55000 block Colby, general assistance 1:50 p.m. — 900 block Spruce, suspicious situation ...
