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Cassopolis

Niles man injured in single-vehicle Jefferson Township crash

JEFFERSON TOWNSHIP — A 33-year-old Niles man was injured in a single vehicle crash Tuesday morning in Jefferson Township, according to the Cass County Sheriff’s ... Read more

by Staff Report, Tuesday, June 11, 2024 4:10 pm

Cass County

Edwardsburg man honored for decades of serving the community

CASS COUNTY – An Edwardsburg man was honored last week for serving the Cass County community for decades. Dr. Tom Rea was honored Thursday, May ... Read more

by Staff Report, Tuesday, June 4, 2024 3:48 pm

Cass County

Police investigate fatal hit-and-run in Porter Township

PORTER TOWNSHIP — The Cass County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal hit-and-run that occurred Monday morning in Porter Township. Sheriff Richard J. Behnke reports ... Read more

by Staff Report, Monday, June 3, 2024 1:24 pm

golf

Langmeyer picks up hole-in-one at Hampshire Country Club

Doug Langmeyer recorded a hole-in-one at Hampshire Country Club Thursday. Read more

by Staff Report, Friday, May 31, 2024 7:46 pm

Community News

Southbound M-51 detour in Niles begins Wednesday

NILES — The Michigan Department of Transportation is set to move to the next phase of its $27 million investment to rebuild the US-12/M-51 interchange ... Read more

by Staff Report, Friday, May 24, 2024 4:49 pm

Youth sports

Dowagiac 8U squad win Coloma Tournament

The Dowagiac Youth Baseball and Softball Association 8U All-Stars won the Coloma Tournament last weekend. Read more

by Staff Report, Friday, May 24, 2024 10:21 am

High school baseball

Niles defeats Sturgis for piece Wolverine baseball crown

The Niles baseball team earned a share of the Wolverine Conference championship with a 4-1 win over host Sturgis in the conclusion of a game ... Read more

by Staff Report, Friday, May 24, 2024 9:32 am

Business

Forest Glen earns national recognition for memory care services

DOWAGIAC — Forest Glen, announced it was recently recognized as a Top 10 Memory Care Services Provider for 2024 by Eldercare Review.  Every year, only ... Read more

by Staff Report, Thursday, May 23, 2024 12:16 pm

Cass County

Cassopolis Ross Beatty announces Class of 2024 Top 10

CASSOPOLIS — A group of students was honored for their efforts and excellence in the classroom over the past four years. The Administration and staff ... Read more

by Staff Report, Wednesday, May 22, 2024 11:30 am

Buchanan

Buchanan woman injured in Wayne Township crash

WAYNE TOWNSHIP — A 28-year-old Buchanan woman was injured in a single vehicle crash in Wayne Township Wednesday morning, according to the Cass County Sheriff’s ... Read more

by Staff Report, Wednesday, May 22, 2024 10:15 am

Buchanan

Buchanan students awarded at annual honors convocation

BUCHANAN — Buchanan High School held its annual Honors Convocation on Sunday afternoon, recognizing the outstanding achievements of the Class of 2024. The ceremony highlighted ... Read more

by Staff Report, Monday, May 20, 2024 12:09 pm

Buchanan

Campbell Lincoln Ford donates vehicle to Buchanan’s auto tech program

BUCHANAN — Buchanan High School’s Automotive Technology program announced it has received a Ford Fusion donated by Campbell Lincoln Ford. The donation marks a significant ... Read more

by Staff Report, Thursday, May 16, 2024 11:34 am

Community News

Dowagiac Auto Body owner killed in Keeler Township crash

KEELER TOWNSHIP — A 54-year-old Dowagiac man passed away from his injuries following a single-vehicle Keeler Township crash Monday night. At approximately 6:30 p.m. Monday, ... Read more

by Staff Report, Wednesday, May 15, 2024 5:37 pm

Buchanan

BASC Pride Committee to host annual Pride on The Common event

BUCHANAN — June is Pride month and a local organization is getting ready to celebrate. Pride on The Common returns to Buchanan  from 4 to ... Read more

by Staff Report, Wednesday, May 15, 2024 12:25 pm

Berrien County

MSP investigating officer-involved shooting in Berrien County

BERRIEN COUNTY — An officer-involved shooting involving two officers – one from Buchanan Police Department and one from the Berrien County Sheriff’s Department – is ... Read more

by Staff Report, Tuesday, May 14, 2024 1:32 pm

Cass County

Cass County Deputy Friend of the Court becomes Certified Court Executive

CASSOPOLIS — Cass County Deputy Friend of the Court Ravan Bakeman graduated from the National Center for State Courts Institute of Court  Management as a ... Read more

by Staff Report, Tuesday, May 14, 2024 1:09 pm

Cassopolis

Village trustee Pedersen announces run for Cassopolis Village President

CASSOPOLIS — Village of Cassopolis Trustee Jim Pedersen announced his candidacy for Village President Monday, following the regular meeting of the Village Council.  “I am ... Read more

by Staff Report, Tuesday, May 14, 2024 11:43 am

Community News

Niles Community Schools to host superintendent interviews next week

NILES — The Niles Community Schools Board of Education continues to move forward with the process of selecting a new superintendent of schools. After receiving ... Read more

by Staff Report, Wednesday, May 8, 2024 2:06 pm

Community News

EPS bond proposal passes

EDWARDSBURG — Students and staff at Edwardsburg Public Schools have cause to celebrate Tuesday, after the zero-mill increase projected to garner $24.4 million for the ... Read more

by Staff Report, Tuesday, May 7, 2024 9:58 pm

DEVELOPING NEWS

DEVELOPING: Fire engulfs historic Ramona Roller Rink

SISTER LAKES — A business that has overlooked Round Lake for nearly 100 years is currently the scene of a large structure fire. Firefighters responded ... Read more

by Staff Report, Tuesday, May 7, 2024 8:18 pm

Community News

MSP issues warning over landscaping scam

SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — The Michigan State Police has issued a public safety announcement regarding a new scam that is on the rise in southwest Michigan. ... Read more

by Staff Report, Tuesday, May 7, 2024 3:24 pm

Cass County

Cass County high school students invited to participate in design contest

CASS COUNTY — Each Election Day, voters boast their participation in the democratic process with stickers proclaiming “I Voted.” This year, stickers in Cass County ... Read more

by Staff Report, Monday, April 29, 2024 11:45 am

Dowagiac

Sanitary sewer overflow reported in Dowagiac

DOWAGIAC — A sanitary sewer overflow occurred from 7:15 a.m. to approximately 9:15 a.m. Sunday, April 28 in Dowagiac. According to Director of Public Services ... Read more

by Staff Report, Monday, April 29, 2024 10:48 am

Dowagiac

Two hospitalized after two-vehicle Howard Township crash

HOWARD TOWNSHIP — A 61 year-old Niles man and a 74 year-old Niles man were both injured in a two-vehicle crash Friday afternoon in Howard ... Read more

by Staff Report, Friday, April 26, 2024 2:28 pm

Cass County

Undersheriff Roach announces run for Cass County Sheriff

CASS COUNTY — With a strong track record in law enforcement and deep community ties, Cass County Undersheriff Clint Roach has announced his run for ... Read more

by Staff Report, Saturday, April 20, 2024 5:00 am

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