Community News
Rotary president named Paul Harris Fellow
DOWAGIAC — A Dowagiac Rotarian was presented with one of the group’s most prestigious awards. Rotary President Steve Zebell was presented with the Paul Harris ...
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Community News
Niles teen delivers 300+ tree saplings on Earth Day
NILES — To celebrate Earth Day, Niles High School senior Sawyer Lundberg handed out more than 300 tree saplings across Berrien County Monday as part ...
by Max Harden, Friday, April 26, 2024 10:43 am
Local Government
Niles City Council approves Memorial Day Parade
NILES — Floats, vehicles and more will parade down Main Street next month in honor of the men and women who had given their lives ...
by Max Harden, Thursday, April 25, 2024 4:32 pm
Community News
City council talks PrideFest, approves housing grant
DOWAGIAC — One citizen’s concerns over an event scheduled for this summer in Dowagiac led to a contentious start to Monday’s city council meeting. Jim ...
by Max Harden, Thursday, April 25, 2024 3:35 pm
Community News
Dowagiac Middle School to host inaugural Mother’s Day Market, Craft Fair Saturday
DOWAGIAC — Vendors from across Michiana will convene at Dowagiac Middle School Saturday to sell their goods for a cause. The inaugural Mother’s Day Market ...
by Max Harden, Thursday, April 25, 2024 2:14 pm
Community News
Dowagiac first responders, school staff honored for life-saving actions
DOWAGIAC — The Dowagiac City Council recognized local first responders and Dowagiac Union Schools staff with lifesaving awards during Monday’s meeting. Public Safety Director Steve ...
by Max Harden, Wednesday, April 24, 2024 3:12 pm
Community News
2024 Dowagiac Music in The Park lineup, vendors announced
DOWAGIAC — One of Dowagiac’s most popular events is set to take the stage once again this summer. The Dowagiac Music in The Park summer ...
by Max Harden, Wednesday, April 24, 2024 5:00 am
Community News
Niles student organizes community clean-up day
NILES — A Niles neighborhood is looking new and improved thanks to the efforts of a local high school student. Clair Shadix, a Niles High ...
by Max Harden, Monday, April 22, 2024 10:36 am
Letters to the Editor
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive
Dear Editor, Saturday, May 11th marks the 30th Anniversary of one of America’s great days of giving – the National Association of Letter Carriers Stamp ...
by Max Harden, Monday, April 22, 2024 9:41 am
Cass County
Cass County resident celebrates 100th birthday
CASSOPOLIS — A Cass County resident celebrated a birthday milestone this week. Barbara Monroe, a familiar face at the Cass County Council On Aging, celebrated ...
by Max Harden, Friday, April 19, 2024 3:54 pm
Business
Niles High School hosts annual College, Career Day
NILES — The Niles High School gymnasium was bustling Thursday with students eager to learn more about career and collegiate opportunities. Niles High School hosted ...
by Max Harden, Friday, April 19, 2024 11:23 am
Breaking News
Cass County Sheriff Rick Behnke won’t seek re-election
CASS COUNTY — Come January 2025, there will be a new sheriff in Cass County. After 37 years of serving the citizens of Cass County, ...
by Max Harden, Thursday, April 18, 2024 3:44 pm
Community News
Pokagon Volunteer Fire Department awarded grant for new equipment
DOWAGIAC — The Pokagon Volunteer Fire Department was recently awarded a grant from the Pokagon Fund to purchase a new gear dryer for the department. ...
by Max Harden, Wednesday, April 17, 2024 12:57 pm
Business
Gabrizio Italian Café and Bakery to close after five years in downtown Niles
NILES — A local business will be closing its doors later this month. Gabrizio Italian Café and Bakery, 104 N 3rd St. Suite 1, announced ...
by Max Harden, Thursday, April 11, 2024 5:13 pm
Community News
Winning Westendorp: Dowagiac grad coaches Ferris State women’s hoops to D2 Final Four
BIG RAPIDS — It was a March Madness to remember for Kurt Westendorp. The Dowagiac Union High School grad and current Ferris State women’s basketball ...
by Max Harden, Friday, April 5, 2024 2:31 pm
Cassopolis
Council on Aging to host eclipse viewing party
CASS COUNTY — A local organization is making sure its community will not be left in the dark during Monday’s solar eclipse. The Cass County ...
by Max Harden, Friday, April 5, 2024 12:34 pm
Buchanan
Buchanan High School teacher named MDOE Regional Teacher of The Year
LANSING — A Buchanan science teacher has a new title in addition to the many roles she plays in her school – 2024-25 Regional Teacher ...
by Max Harden, Friday, April 5, 2024 12:01 pm
Berrien County
Berrien County Commissioners honor late sculptor Richard Hunt
ST. JOSEPH — Famed sculptor Richard Hunt, whose work graces the Niles riverfront, was honored Thursday by the Berrien County Board of Commissioners. Commissioners approved ...
by Max Harden, Friday, April 5, 2024 11:25 am
Community News
New perspectives: Local students appointed to Niles nonprofit board
NILES — A popular annual summer attraction aims to expand its reach and preserve its future with the help of local students. Niles Music and ...
by Max Harden, Thursday, April 4, 2024 5:50 pm
Business
Honor Credit Union donates $1,000 to Dowagiac’s Music In The Park
DOWAGIAC — One of Dowagiac’s most popular events is set to take the stage once again this summer with the help of a local financial ...
by Max Harden, Thursday, April 4, 2024 5:36 pm
Buchanan
Tin Shop Theatre to present ‘Spirit!’
BUCHANAN — The Tin Shop Theatre is ready to perform its spring production. The historic theater, located at 108 E. Roe St., will be performing ...
by Max Harden, Thursday, April 4, 2024 4:37 pm
Community News
Duo Form Plastics donates $9,950 to Edwardsburg Fire Department
Shelly Ditmer and Mike Ganger of Duo Form Plastics, one of the largest manufacturers in the Edwardsburg Industrial Park, presented Chief Bruce Stack with a ...
by Max Harden, Wednesday, April 3, 2024 3:19 pm
Community News
Edwardsburg Lions Club to host annual pancake, sausage breakfast
EDWARDSBURG — The smell of maple syrup, fresh coffee, sausage and pancakes will be wafting through the American Legion Post 365 in Edwardsburg next weekend. ...
by Max Harden, Wednesday, April 3, 2024 11:37 am
Business
Starbucks to open inside Dowagiac Family Fare next week
DOWAGIAC — Shoppers will soon be able to sip a Starbucks coffee while they browse the aisles at the Family Fare in Dowagiac. The grocery ...
by Max Harden, Tuesday, April 2, 2024 12:50 pm
Community News
Edwardsburg VFW to host craft fair, bake sale next week
EDWARDSBURG — Creativity and craftiness will be finding its way back to Edwardsburg next week. VFW Post 2284, 69982 M-62, Edwardsburg, is gearing up to ...
