Columns
Dowagiac Eats: Examining the history of local food
The temporary exhibit at the Dowagiac Area History Museum, “Michigan Eats: Regional Culture Through Food,” makes the point ...
Editorials
Hands on learning activities important for student growth
Recently local schools have hosted a number of events that allow students to get out of the normal ...
Editorials
Teacher a great example for students, community
Thanks to the guidance of a special teacher at Niles High School, several students can boast two great ...
Editorials
Voters should vote to amend charter Tuesday
On Tuesday, voters living in Dowagiac will once again be heading to the polls for the presidential primary. ...
Editorials
Cooperation between police, schools essential to protecting students
As demonstrated earlier this week, the partnership between Dowagiac police and school district continues to help ensure the ...
Columns
Addressing a new minority crisis
There was a time in the history of this great nation, when hard-working men would take time to ...
Letters to the Editor
There is no such thing as race
You’ve heard the phrase “playing the race card” a lot since President Obama took office.
Letters to the Editor
Clerk should be elected
As a registered voter in the City of Dowagiac, I have reservations about the proposal that will be ...
Columns
Questions all parents should ask about summer camp
Sometime soon, spring is supposed to arrive. Many parents may start planning for the summer activities for the ...
Leader Columnists
Consequences are not quite cataclysmic, but voting is critical
“Well it’s coming. Right now. Right for us at 22,000 miles an hour. Not a soul on Earth ...
Leader Columnists
What makes our stars shine?
Hopefully by now you’ve all had a chance to flip through the pages of our 2016 Horizons edition. ...
Letters to the Editor
Vote ‘no’ on city charter amendment
On March 8, the voters will be going to the polls to help select the next president of ...
Letters to the Editor
Dowagiac voters should retain right to choose clerk
On Tuesday, March 8, Dowagiac citizens will have an opportunity to weigh in on a proposed city charter ...
Columns
Sometimes messy, legislative process still worth effort
An analogy that is often used about the legislative process compares it to the making of sausage. While ...
Editorials
Niles Community Gardens group makes ‘planting seeds’ easy for all
Having a garden can be a very joyful and rewarding experience. Fortunately, Niles Community Gardens makes having a ...
Columns
Education is the key to success
At Niles Community Schools, we firmly believe that education is the key to success. I realize this sounds ...
Columns
The little school with big hearts
Brandywine has always been a small, caring community. Way back in the beginning of the district, ordinary, common ...
Editorials
Student art great addition to city
Last spring, Dowagiac installed signs leading the way to some of the city’s most prized assets. While the ...
Editorials
Quick facts about the March 8 presidential primary election
In a couple weeks, voters across Michigan will become the latest group of Americans to help decide the ...
Editorials
Random acts of kindness make huge impact in our community
Every once in awhile a story surprises you and reminds you of the general kindness and thoughtfulness of ...
Columns
Maybe God is laughing at the USA right now
Does God laugh? Yes, He does. In the Old Testament book of Psalms, chapter 2, verse 4, we ...
Columns
Are you ready to vote in the Michigan primary?
Back in October 2015, I wrote a column titled “Decision 2016: Wake Me When It’s Over!”
Columns
Reading can open a child’s eyes
Reading is vital to a successful education and lays the foundation to a rewarding future. Learning to read ...
Leader Columnists
How would you spend an extra day?
Ask 100 people what is most precious in this world and you will get a myriad of answers. ...
