Niles Community Schools
Niles Model UN Club earns Outstanding Small Delegation Award at MSU
From a maple syrup theft to human rights issues, the Niles Model UN Club took on a host of challenges during their most recent conference ...
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Brandywine Community Schools
Brandywine High School band prepares for competition
To have perfect harmony in a high school band, there are a few components needed. One of the most important line items is enough musicians.
by Kelsey Hammon, Thursday, March 21, 2019 9:35 am
Buchanan
Union Coffee House & Café to host The U’s Got Talent March 27
A Buchanan business is inviting people to share their talents in an open mic night next week.
by Kelsey Hammon, Thursday, March 21, 2019 9:31 am
Dowagiac
Pokagon Band invites community to take part in sugar bush season
Above a boiling vat of maple sap, a vapor cloud carrying the sweet scent of syrup in the making billowed thickly as Jefferson Ballew IV ...
by Kelsey Hammon, Wednesday, March 20, 2019 10:13 am
Niles Community Schools
Pizza night, EHF Wrestling Tournament to help raise funds for Project Graduation
After Niles High School graduates toss their graduation caps in the air this May, they will be whisked away to embark on one last adventure ...
by Kelsey Hammon, Wednesday, March 20, 2019 10:08 am
Niles
Indiana-Michigan River Valley Trail fundraiser run approved
The Niles Township Board of Trustees voted unanimously Monday to allow a fundraising party to utilize the Indiana-Michigan River Valley Trail in May.
by Kelsey Hammon, Wednesday, March 20, 2019 10:02 am
Niles
Archivist discusses how women’s clubs in Niles were voices of positive change
In her more than 30 years as an archivist, Suzanne Flandreau, of Niles, started to see a trend in local women’s clubs during the 20th ...
by Kelsey Hammon, Tuesday, March 19, 2019 8:47 am
Niles Community Schools
Ring Lardner Middle School gives away free books for March Reading Month
This March Reading Month, Ring Lardner Middle School is tackling several initiatives to get youth excited about books.
by Kelsey Hammon, Tuesday, March 19, 2019 8:43 am
berrien county
Resident who fatally struck bicyclist with her car sentenced
The Berrien County courtroom was packed Monday morning, as family and friends of a bicyclist who was fatally struck by a drunk driver waited for ...
by Kelsey Hammon, Tuesday, March 19, 2019 8:36 am
News
Iron Shoe Distillery announces opening date, grand opening party
NILES — Community members have long awaited the opening of a new Niles distillery and restaurant. Late last week, the business owners announced that the ...
by Kelsey Hammon, Monday, March 18, 2019 10:35 am
News
SLR Pilates owner to open 24-hour gym downtown
NILES — Since Stephanie Reno first brought her fitness business to downtown Niles, she has experienced a growing customer following. Now, Reno is announcing another ...
by Kelsey Hammon, Monday, March 18, 2019 10:31 am
News
Niles vision center celebrates new look
NILES — The Niles Vision Clinic, 9 S. St. Joseph Ave., was recently renovated. To celebrate the upgrades, the eye clinic and Greater Niles Chamber ...
by Kelsey Hammon, Monday, March 18, 2019 10:26 am
berrien county
Mother battling stage three cancer awarded United Way funds
When Shannon O’Brien, 49, of Stevensville, was diagnosed with an aggressive form of breast cancer in November, she quickly discovered that her illness was not ...
by Kelsey Hammon, Friday, March 15, 2019 9:39 am
Niles
Spring Bazaar and Food Drive to feature variety of vendors April 6
From handcrafted jewelry to bags and glassware, there will be no shortage of items to choose from at the upcoming Spring Bazaar and Food Drive.
by Kelsey Hammon, Friday, March 15, 2019 9:29 am
Berrien County
River St. Joe Hopyard Brewery to offer Buchanan-grown beer
BUCHANAN — A brand-new Buchanan brewery that has been four years in the making is slated to break ground this month. CEO Brian Dougherty said ...
by Kelsey Hammon, Thursday, March 14, 2019 4:03 pm
Niles Community Schools
Open house shares students’ success stories, information about program
Chase Kelly is a pretty busy high schooler.
by Kelsey Hammon, Thursday, March 14, 2019 10:10 am
Niles
Niles school district offers to contribute to water tower funding
The Niles Community School District is hoping to share some Viking pride by contributing funds to recoat the Cherry Street water tower with the mascot ...
by Kelsey Hammon, Thursday, March 14, 2019 9:54 am
Niles
Planning commission advocates for recreational marijuana
During a committee of the whole meeting Monday night, the Niles Planning Commission recommended that the city opt into recreational marijuana.
by Kelsey Hammon, Wednesday, March 13, 2019 9:58 am
Brandywine Community Schools
Brandywine Athletic Hall of Fame seeking nominations
In the history of Brandywine High School, many great athletes, coaches and teams achieved impressive feats on the playing fields and courts. To recognize their ...
by Kelsey Hammon, Wednesday, March 13, 2019 9:52 am
Niles Community Schools
Eastside Connections students visit Woodland Terrace for learning program
On days when kindergarteners at Eastside Connections visit Woodland Terrace, there is palpable excitement among seniors at the assisted living facility.
by Kelsey Hammon, Tuesday, March 12, 2019 9:46 am
Niles
Indiana residents apprehended at Pete’s Southside Marathon face judge
The co-defendants involved in a string of crimes that started in Indiana and ended with police apprehension at Pete’s Southside Marathon, 1293 S. 11th St., ...
by Kelsey Hammon, Tuesday, March 12, 2019 9:42 am
News
Planning commission recommends city opt into recreational marijuana
NILES — During a committee of the whole meeting Monday night, the Niles Planning Commission recommended that the city opt into recreational marijuana. Sanya Vitale, ...
by Kelsey Hammon, Monday, March 11, 2019 9:35 pm
berrien county
Berrien County Sheriff’s Department recognized for work with Explorer program
Berrien County Sheriff Paul Bailey was recognized Thursday night, alongside Deputy Vanessa Williams for their dedication to teaching youth about law enforcement through the Explorer ...
by Kelsey Hammon, Monday, March 11, 2019 10:16 am
News
Community Garden sign-up begins
With spring just around the corner, the Niles Community Gardens is seeking people interested in using their green thumbs to help to cultivate local gardens. ...
by Kelsey Hammon, Monday, March 11, 2019 10:13 am
Niles
Niles Service League seeking new members
President of the Niles Service League Tammy Kelley was running errands with a fellow league member one day at Walmart when two children recognized her ...
