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SMC’s 56th Commencement graduates 317
DOWAGIAC — Two women spoke on behalf of Southwestern Michigan College’s Class of 2023 April 29 at 56th ...
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Undrafted, Murphy joins Titans with chip on his shoulder
DOWAGIAC — 259 players heard their names called during the 2023 NFL Draft and Caleb Murphy was not ...
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Niles junior organizes tree planting project
NILES — For the second year in a row, Niles High School junior Sawyer Lundberg led an Earth ...
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Dowagiac 175: P.D. Beckwith, Round Oak and The Industrial Revolution
2023 marks the 175th anniversary of the founding of Dowagiac. To celebrate this milestone, Leader Publications – with ...
Business
CARMI Design Group relocates to downtown Niles
Niles — CARMI Design Group team members were joined by clients, family, friends and Greater Niles Chamber of ...
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Cassopolis Village Manager honored by Municipal League
CASSOPOLIS — A local municipal manager was recently recognized by the Michigan Municipal League for their leadership. Cassopolis ...
Business
A touch of Texas: Dowagiac native to open new boutique in downtown Niles
NILES — A new clothing store is bringing a touch of Texas to southwest Michigan. Dani Morgan’s Boutique, ...
Business
Niles Brewing Co. hosts local author Q&A
NILES — Katherine Higgs-Coulthard has always had a passion for writing. From writing on the limb of a ...
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Niles appoints new school board member
NILES — Niles Community Schools’ new board member is no stranger to the community. The school board voted ...
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MDOT announces permanent closure of Niles-Buchanan loop ramps to US-31
NILES — Access to a major interchange will be closed permanently this week, according to the Michigan Department ...
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‘It’s frustrating’: Niles residents speak out about noise at power plant
NILES — Howard Township residents who live near the new Indeck Power Plant came to the Niles City ...
Business
Dowagiac Chamber to host national BBQ festival, competition
DOWAGIAC — This year, Dowagiac’s annual summer festival will have a new flavor. The Greater Dowagiac Chamber of ...
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Buchanan commissioners narrow search for City Manager
BUCHANAN — A familiar name is among the three finalists for the Buchanan city manager job. Former Niles ...
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Pokagon Band to host fundraiser for students competing in 2023 North American Indigenous Games
DOWAGIAC — The Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians recently announce a fundraising event to support Pokagon Youth and ...
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PHOTO STORY: LifePlan Hero Run draws hundreds to Niles
NILES — Heroes of all ages descended upon downtown Niles to thwart villainy and participate in the annual ...
Business
Niles coffee shop donates supplies to local autism classroom
NILES — A local business is doing its part to help address autism needs in the community. The ...
Community News
Berrien County discusses housing issues
ST. JOSEPH — Area landlords and renters could be getting more help in the future if Berrien County ...
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Cass County Commissioners discuss National Popular Vote Interstate Compact
CASSOPOLIS — The April 20th Cass County Commissioners Committee of the Whole meeting was opened with an apology ...
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ESC to host inaugural Hero Run event
EDWARDSBURG — A local organization is aiming to bring the community together with its new Memorial Day event. ...
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United Women of Faith to host annual spring rummage, bake sale
DOWAGIAC — A local nonprofit is gearing up for one of its biggest events of the year. United ...
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Cassopolis/Vandalia Chamber donates to high school robotics program
CASSOPOLIS — A program dedicated to helping youth work with technology was recently the recipient of a donation ...
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Brandywine grad pens first children’s book
NILES — Local writer Stephanie J. Salisbury is working to bring her first children’s book to life. “Boz ...
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Brandywine High School announces Class of 2023 Top 10
NILES — Brandywine High School recently announced its Top 10 students for the Class of 2023. The Class ...
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Edwardsburg Village Council discusses road repairs, finances
EDWARDSBURG — The Edwardsburg Village Council met for their regularly monthly board meeting on Monday to discuss repairs ...
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Cass County Commissioners to collect hazardous waste, used tires at free event
CASS COUNTY — As Cass County residents begin their spring cleaning, they will have an opportunity to get ...
