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Alternative prom allows area students to enjoy dance amid COVID-19
EDWARDSBURG — In early March, Brandywine High School graduate Ashlyn Farmer had picked out the perfect prom dress, a pink and purple number embroidered with ... Read more
1 week ago by Sarah Culton.
Health departments working with area schools to finalize back to school plans
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — Students left classrooms on March 13 as state mandates to control the spread of COVID-19 were handed down by Michigan Gov. Gretchen ... Read more
2 weeks ago by Christina Clark.
Homeschoolers educate parents about school at home options for fall
BERRIEN COUNTY — As the fall approaches with school administrators continuing to work out the details to provide a safe class environment amidst COVID-19 concerns ... Read more
3 weeks ago by Christina Clark.
Registration open for 11th School Supply Spectacular
CASS COUNTY — Registration is now open for the 11th annual School Supply Spectacular in Cass County. The Spectacular takes place from 9 a.m. to ... Read more
4 weeks ago by Max Harden.
Lewis Cass ISD considers name change
CASSOPOLIS — The Lewis Cass Intermediate School District is reconsidering its namesake. At a board meeting Wednesday, the Lewis Cass ISD Board, which provides services ... Read more
4 weeks ago by Sarah Culton.
Edwardsburg Public Schools Foundation hosting drive-in movie
EDWARDSBURG — So far this year, people have been limited in their entertainment choices due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Edwardsburg Public Schools Foundation will ... Read more
1 month ago by Scott Novak.
Eddies graduate in outdoor ceremony Sunday
EDWARDSBURG—Vehicles full of excited graduates and family members lined up outside of Edwardsburg High School on Sunday evening, ready for the Class of 2020’s commencement ... Read more
1 month ago by Christina Clark.
Lions Club awards scholarship winners
EDWARDSBURG — The Edwardsburg Lions Club each year gives out scholarships to Edwardsburg seniors in the amount of $500m but this year, due to COVID-19, ... Read more
2 months ago by Submitted.
Edwardsburg High School to host drive-thru graduation
EDWARDSBURG — The administration at Edwardsburg High School held out as long as it could in hopes of having a “normal” graduation at Leo Hoffman ... Read more
2 months ago by Scott Novak.
Niles business owner looks to plan outdoor prom for area graduates
NILES — It is a milestone in any teenagers’ life, idolized by movies and photos of older siblings and parents in their own styles. The ... Read more
2 months ago by Christina Clark.
Gov. Whitmer announces next steps for school reopening in the fall
LANSING — Today, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced that Michigan schools may resume in-person learning in phase 4 of the MI Safe Start plan, with strict ... Read more
2 months ago by Submitted.
MEC awards scholarships to students across southwest Michigan
CASSOPOLIS — Midwest Energy and Communications recently recognized the academic achievements, leadership and community involvement of four local students with its annual college scholarship program. ... Read more
2 months ago by Submitted.
GALLERY: Edwardsburg sends students into summer with drive-by parade
EDWARDSBURG — Edwardsburg teachers, staff and administrators lined up in front of the middle and high school to send off their students on the final ... Read more
2 months ago by Scott Novak.
Michigan Townships Association offers scholarship to future local leaders
Delta Charter Township, Mich. — An annual scholarship designated for student leaders is now accepting applications across the state of Michigan. The Robert R. Robinson ... Read more
2 months ago by Submitted.
United Way of Southwest Michigan creates Education Support Fund to help area schools with pandemic impact
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — United Way of Southwest Michigan recently announced that its board of directors approved the creation of an Education Support Fund and invested ... Read more
3 months ago by Submitted.
Edwardsburg celebrates top 10 students
EDWARDSBURG — Edwardsburg High School recently released its list of top 10 students, including four valedictorians. 1. Valedictorian Samuel Fish (4.0 GPA) is the son ... Read more
3 months ago by Submitted.
MEC grant to support area schools
CASSOPOLIS — An annual grant supporting local schools is now accepting applications. Midwest Energy and Communications is now accepting applications for the 2020-21 Strengthening Schools ... Read more
3 months ago by Submitted.
Married SMC nurses navigate pandemic
EDWARDSBURG — When Todd Mendez finished Southwestern Michigan College’s nursing program, his wife, Lauren, pinned him at the Dec. 16, 2016, ceremony. “When I discovered ... Read more
3 months ago by Submitted.
High school senior volunteers can now apply for United Way youth scholarships
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — United Way of Southwest Michigan is seeking nominations for the Volunteer United Youth Scholarship Award. The Volunteer United Youth Scholarship Award recognizes ... Read more
3 months ago by Submitted.
K&M announces scholarship winners
CASSOPOLIS — K&M recently announced the winners of its Earl G. Marhanka Scholarship. The scholarship program was established in 2001 in recognition of K&M’s 50th ... Read more
3 months ago by Submitted.
Girls on the Run Southwest Michigan to host virtual 5K
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — Since COVID-19 reached the state of Michigan, state-mandated closures and “Stay Home, Stay Safe” orders have canceled many annual and time-honored events ... Read more
3 months ago by Sarah Culton.
Online fundraiser to support Edwardsburg High School seniors
EDWARDSBURG — COVID-19 has already caused the Class of 2020 to miss out on many milestones, including prom, sporting seasons and students’ final semester with ... Read more
3 months ago by Sarah Culton.
Graduating students are virtually embraced by community adoptions
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — As spring arrives, students in their senior year of school look forward to attending their school’s prom, celebrating their academic and sports ... Read more
4 months ago by Christina Clark.
Instructor offers ideas to keep children entertained through lockdown
DOWAGIAC — As face-to-face school closures were announced in March, parents made an overnight transition to becoming facilitators of their children’s education. On April 2, ... Read more
4 months ago by Hannah Holliday.
Michigan Gateway Community Foundation on track to make awards
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — School buildings may be closed, but seniors are still making plans for their next steps past graduating high school. Amidst the changing ... Read more
