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Bakeman’s bobbleheads offer unique curiosity to southwest Michigan — HORIZONS 2022
When you walk into Bakeman Barbers, “The King of Cuts,” the nearly 300 bobbleheads that adorn the walls ...
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Football fields monikers have rich history — HORIZONS 2022
Ever wonder how the local football fields got their names? The reasons are varied as the individuals or ...
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‘My literal happy place:’ Chicago family enlists local help to help preserve history, leave legacy – HORIZONS 2022
DEWEY LAKE — The Little Free Library and historical sign on Dewey Lake are more than just landmarks ...
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As DAR chapter closes, registrar recalls genealogy adventures – HORIZONS 2022
DOWAGIAC — After 100 years, one local organization has made the decision to close its doors, but it’s ...
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Cass County parks build on Dark Skies momentum
When Edwardsburg resident Robert Parrish was 7 years old, Santa left him a telescope under the Christmas tree. ...
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Cyclists from throughout Michiana create a biking community in Buchanan
Gathering in the gravel parking lot of River Saint Joe Brewery on June 16, there was an excitement ...
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Despite shutdown, Edwardsburg Sports Complex still accomplishing goals
Despite a rollercoaster ride, work on the Edwardsburg Sports Complex has continued throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Even though ...
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Dowagiac council member honored by park dedication
Nestled next to the Dowagiac Creek is a quaint space, a space where folks can escape the hustle ...
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Dowagiac woman uses love for sewing to create, distribute thousands of homemade masks
Diane Barrett-Curtis describes her sewing room as “organized chaos.” Located at the top of a tall staircase inside ...
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Dowagiac sweethearts reunite after nearly 40 years apart
On New Year’s Eve 2017, Liz Momany, of Dowagiac, stood in the middle of Times Square in New ...
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Niles native reflects on nine months as traveling nurse taking care of COVID-infected patients all over U.S.
In Cincinnati, Ohio, hours from her home in Michigan, a nurse stands by a bedside, her iPhone in ...
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Southwestern Michigan College, local community join forces to produce radio show
It was the summer of 1964. Children, parents and the entire Dowagiac community were enjoying the splendors summer ...
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Buchanan organization strives to promote unity among residents
Walking along its sidewalks lined with charming brick buildings, many would think Buchanan was “nice” — a nice ...
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Cass County Court Appointed Special Advocates represent children in foster care system
In the three southernmost counties in southwest Michigan, nearly 700 children are in foster care. Removed from their ...
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Michiana wedding industry takes pandemic challenges head on
When Amanda Leonard, of Niles, became engaged over Christmas 2019, she was excited to begin planning her and ...
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Couple adopts downtown Dowagiac buildings to breathe new life into city center
After more than 20 years in the Seattle area, Shannon Lyons, and wife, Cathy McBride, were ready for ...
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What makes your town great?
To celebrate the unity that got southwest Michigan through a difficult 2020, Leader Publications asked community leaders what ...
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Local athletic rivalries bring communities together
Packed stadiums. Raucous pep assemblies. Intense banter. The joy of bragging rights. For communities across the country, high ...
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Compassionate Callers Club offers lifeline to isolated seniors
Thursday may be Buchanan resident Karen Pratt’s morning off, but that does not mean she spends that time ...
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Mascot tradition reborn with the return of SMC’s Ronnie Roadrunner
Southwestern Michigan College’s Zollar Gymnasium was the site of many a basketball game during the early to mid ...
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Amid pandemic, community responds to increased need with increased generosity
By AMBROSIA NELDON & SCOTT NOVAK Less than one month after a global pandemic reached the area, southwest ...
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Niles businesses band together through uncertain times
Howard Tuthill has seen his family’s restaurant and bar Iron Shoe Distillery transform since opening in April 2019. ...
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Hickory Creek Winery brings virtual tastings home
The tasting room at Hickory Creek Winery is small and intimate. It is an area where visitors to ...
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Three sets of Dowagiac siblings bond on the volleyball court
Veteran Dowagiac volleyball coach Tony Hooley has seen a lot of things over his career. He has coached ...
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Inspired by social media, Niles resident sparks giving movement throughout Michiana region
In late August, Paxton Schaller stood at the drive-thru window of Brew Ha Ha in Niles with her ...
