Buchanan
Area schools offer virtual learning
BERRIEN COUNTY — On Tuesday, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer released “Michigan’s MI Safe Schools: Michigan’s 2020-21 Return to School Roadmap” providing guidance for how to approach ...
Christina Clark, Author at Leader Publications
News
When virus stunted west coast tour, Umphrey’s McGee returned home to perform
NILES — When Umphrey’s McGee plays a show in its hometown of South Bend, the audiences usually turn out in large numbers in support. Rescheduling ...
by Christina Clark, Thursday, July 2, 2020 4:00 pm
Education
Former Niles resident aims to donate 500 backpacks with school supplies
NILES — A box of school supplies sits inside the dining room in Curly Q’s BBQ near the counter where orders are placed. The box ...
by Christina Clark, Thursday, July 2, 2020 11:00 am
Berrien County
Outdoor prom event set for Aug. 1
EDWARDSBURG — A regional, all school prom has been greenlit as the original organizer has secured sponsors to partner with to put on the memorable ...
by Christina Clark, Thursday, July 2, 2020 9:33 am
News
West Woods resident commemorates 100th birthday, one month COVID-free
NILES — Approaching the front window of West Woods of Niles nursing home Monday morning, an excited 8-year-old peered inside. On the other side of ...
by Christina Clark, Wednesday, July 1, 2020 9:59 am
Buchanan
Redbud Roots to open new retail location in Buchanan
BUCHANAN — Cultivating a destination and experience is the next step for local marijuana grow operation and processing lab Redbud Roots. The company’s leadership is ...
by Christina Clark, Tuesday, June 30, 2020 1:16 pm
Education
Niles Community Schools awarded educational grant
NILES — From origin to impact, students in the ninth and 10th grades at Niles High School will have the opportunity to participate in a ...
by Christina Clark, Tuesday, June 30, 2020 10:51 am
Education
Eddies graduate in outdoor ceremony Sunday
EDWARDSBURG—Vehicles full of excited graduates and family members lined up outside of Edwardsburg High School on Sunday evening, ready for the Class of 2020’s commencement ...
by Christina Clark, Monday, June 29, 2020 1:09 pm
Business
Oak Street Dairy Queen reopens with fresh ownership
NILES — The sunshine and warm weather are here for the summer. Days like that pair well with an ice cream cone or a hot ...
by Christina Clark, Friday, June 26, 2020 8:49 am
Buchanan
Buchanan Community Schools’ superintendent search moves into next steps
BUCHANAN — Next steps are in order to find the new superintendent of Buchanan Community Schools. As the call for applications closed on at 4 ...
by Christina Clark, Thursday, June 25, 2020 6:00 pm
News
Summer My Way program to kick off Monday
NILES — The Summer My Way program is set to kick off on Monday for students in kindergarten through fifth grade. The partnership between the ...
by Christina Clark, Thursday, June 25, 2020 3:17 pm
Breaking News
Victim of fatal motorcycle crash identified as 25-year old South Bend resident
MILTON TOWNSHIP — A motorcyclist has died after a crash reportedly took place at approximately 10:05 a.m. on Redfield Road in Milton Township, near Niles. ...
by Christina Clark, Wednesday, June 24, 2020 4:19 pm
Cass County
Motorcycle, two passenger vehicles involved in fatal crash
NILES — A motorcyclist has died after a crash reportedly took place around 10 a.m. in Niles. Investigators were still on the scene at 1 ...
by Christina Clark, Wednesday, June 24, 2020 1:51 pm
berrien county
Wonderland Cinema, Niles Main Street to host movie in the park
NILES — On Friday, Wonderland Cinema will serve what Lisa Croteau called “a little slice of normal.” Croteau, director of marketing and administration for Niles ...
by Christina Clark, Wednesday, June 24, 2020 10:53 am
News
Niles City Council votes yes on sustainable energy negotiations
NILES — The city council voted on Monday evening at its regular meeting to move forward with Indeck Niles Energy Center toward exploring a more ...
by Christina Clark, Tuesday, June 23, 2020 5:03 pm
News
Niles committee of the whole meeting sees potential for former YMCA property
NILES — Immediately following the regular city council meeting on Monday evening, the council hosted a committee of the whole to discuss a redevelopment opportunity ...
by Christina Clark, Tuesday, June 23, 2020 3:48 pm
Brandywine Education
Brandywine principal retires after 11 years
NILES — During the regular Brandywine Community Schools board meeting Monday evening, a change was made official in the middle and high school administration. A ...
by Christina Clark, Tuesday, June 23, 2020 1:27 pm
Education
Niles students’ work to be featured in virtual art exhibit
NILES — In a speech prepared for the 2020 Middle and High School Community Student Art Exhibit, Ring Lardner and Eastside Connections art teacher, Scott ...
by Christina Clark, Monday, June 22, 2020 2:00 pm
News
Niles, Berrien County officials provide resources for homeless, precariously housed
NILES — As summer arrives, so too does a higher visibility of the signs of poverty. With more people out in the city, Niles Community ...
by Christina Clark, Friday, June 19, 2020 3:00 pm
Brandywine Education
Niles business owner looks to plan outdoor prom for area graduates
NILES — It is a milestone in any teenagers’ life, idolized by movies and photos of older siblings and parents in their own styles. The ...
by Christina Clark, Friday, June 19, 2020 9:37 am
Education
Niles Cedar Lane, WAY, adult ed graduates honored in drive-thru ceremony
NILES — Sir Edward Elgar’s familiar “Pomp and Circumstance” played over speakers beginning at 6 p.m. on Wednesday at Niles Cedar Lane. Viking blue carpets ...
by Christina Clark, Thursday, June 18, 2020 11:31 am
Buchanan
Bike Buchanan’s first ride of the season sees large turnout
BUCHANAN — While the brewery was closed on Tuesday, the parking lot at River Saint Joe was packed with vehicles. People unloaded their bicycles from ...
by Christina Clark, Wednesday, June 17, 2020 4:00 pm
News
Niles officials assure residents that water is safe for consumption following letter
NILES — Residents may have received an additional letter with their last water bill. The letter is headed stating that it is “important information about ...
by Christina Clark, Wednesday, June 17, 2020 3:55 pm
Education
Graduating Viking named National Merit Finalist
NILES — As Michael Kauffmann, 17, embarked on enjoying his summer after graduating from Niles High School, the class valedictorian was not done acquiring achievements ...
by Christina Clark, Wednesday, June 17, 2020 1:00 pm
News
Juneteenth march planned for Niles
NILES — Organizers hope a march planned for Friday evening will be just the beginning in a local movement, and help make way to continue ...
