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Governor Whitmer signs bipartisan bill to fill teacher shortage
LANSING — Yesterday, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed bipartisan legislation to allow retired teachers and public school employees to ...
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Michigan State Police to host ‘Coffee with a Cop’ Friday
NILES — On Friday, Oct. 13, troopers from the Michigan State Police, officers from the Baroda Lake Township ...
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Pokagon Band asks Niles to retire ‘City of Four Flags’ moniker
NILES — The City of Niles is being asked to part ways with its long-held nickname. The Pokagon ...
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Niles proclaims Oct. 22 as ‘City of Niles Unity Day’
NILES — A local nonprofit was recognized for its efforts to address bullying in the community. KC Johnson, ...
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Marion Magnolia Farms hosts annual Oktoberfest Artisan Market
CASSOPOLIS — Vendors and visitors from across Michiana descended on a local venue Sunday afternoon for a festive ...
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Hidden Acres to host annual Artisan Market, Trunk or Treat
SILVER CREEK TOWNSHIP — As the temperatures drop and the colors of the leaves begin to change, Hidden ...
Business
New Dollar General opens on East Main in Niles
NILES — Dollar General has opened for business along East Main Street in Niles. The Niles Planning Commission ...
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Rebel Noire and the Accomplices release new EP
NILES — Rebel Noire and the Accomplices is celebrating the release of their new EP, “Unarmed”. With an ...
Business
Tin Shop Theatre celebrates renovations with ribbon-cutting, open house
BUCHANAN — A historic Buchanan entertainment venue was celebrated by the community Thursday night. The Tin Shop Theatre, ...
Business
Marion Magnolia Farms to host annual Oktoberfest Artisan Market Sunday
CASSOPOLIS — A local event space is gearing up for one of its biggest events of the year. ...
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AmeriCorps members volunteer more than $15,000 in labor at Cass County Parks
CASS COUNTY — Growing up in Las Vegas, Ciara Jones equated nighttime with bright lights in the big ...
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Soup Luncheon Drive-Thru benefits Fitch Camp
DOWAGIAC — Xi Delta Mu Sorority, along with Kappa Beta, will be holding their annual soup luncheon from ...
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After 13 years of discussion, roundabout officially opens in Milton Township
MILTON TOWNSHIP — The Cass County Road Commission has opened the newly constructed roundabout located at the intersection ...
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Under the Harvest Moon Festival returns to Dowagiac Oct. 14
DOWAGIAC — Michigan’s autumn season will be celebrated once again in Dowagiac at the 12th annual Under the ...
Business
Harbor Freight Tools to open Niles Charter Township store
NILES CHARTER TOWNSHIP — A new tool and equipment retailer is preparing to open in Niles Charter Township. ...
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Book vending machine a hit with Ballard students, teachers, parents
NILES — Ballard Elementary School takes awarding good student behavior very seriously. Whether it’s displays of responsibility, helping ...
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Help available to homeowners wishing to apply for home repair assistance
CASS COUNTY — Earlier this year, the Cass County Land Bank Authority received a $500,000 grant to help ...
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Dowagiac officials address lead concerns, outline plans to replace lead service lines
DOWAGIAC — The City of Dowagiac is taking proactive measures to ensure the community’s safety after lead was ...
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City of Dowagiac issues advisory after elevated lead levels found in tested homes
DOWAGIAC — The City of Dowagiac is alerting residents about elevated lead levels in the water supply. The ...
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Edwardsburg Schools Foundation to host annual Run Eddie Run 5K Oct. 14
EDWARDSBURG — A local school foundation is aiming to bring the community together with its annual fall event. ...
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PHOTO GALLERY: Niles Apple Festival’s annual Grande Parade
NILES — Sunny skies and warm temperatures greeted the thousands of spectators who lined the streets of Downtown ...
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Millin reappointed as public safety director
NILES — Niles’ new public safety director is a familiar face. The Niles City Council confirmed the appointment ...
Business
Buchanan postpones Thrill on the Hill
BUCHANAN — One of Buchanan’s most popular annual events will not be taking place next year. The Buchanan ...
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Indeck receives air emissions permit from EGLE
NILES — Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy officials announced Thursday that they have granted an ...
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Cassopolis set to host Ghoul’s Night Out Oct. 7
CASSOPOLIS — From food trucks and costumes to a beer garden and live music, one local community is ...
