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Two Dowagiac men sentenced Friday in Cass County Court
CASSOPOLIS — Two Dowagiac area men were sentenced to probation in assault related cases Friday in Cass County Circuit Court. Daniel Keith Stenberg, 35, of ... Read more
8 hours ago by Debra Haight.
Cass County works to expand broadband access
CASSOPOLIS — This week, Cass County took the first step toward expanding broadband internet access to its residents. Thursday, the Cass County Board of Commissioners ... Read more
9 hours ago by Sarah Culton.
Local talent development leader honored by Michigan Works! Association
LANSING — Karla Grady-Walker, of Berrien, Cass, Van Buren Michigan Works!, was awarded a “Shining Star” Award by the Michigan Works! Association for her efforts ... Read more
11 hours ago by Submitted.
Cassopolis awards preliminary marijuana licenses
CASSOPOLIS — Marijuana in Cassopolis is blazing ahead. Tuesday, the Village of Cassopolis awarded its first preliminary operating licenses to three separate marijuana businesses. The ... Read more
11 hours ago by Sarah Culton.
North Pointe Center class partners with church for cemetery cleanup project
DOWAGIAC — A local school class is making sure the Calvary Cemetery stays in top shape for visitors. North Pointe Center transition services teacher Tracy ... Read more
13 hours ago by Max Harden.
COVID-19 UPDATE: Michigan sees 113,863 cases, 6,623 deaths
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — Michigan continues to see increased COVID-19 case numbers. Berrien County reported 1,583 confirmed cases and 72 related deaths as of Thursday, according ... Read more
1 day ago by Staff Report.
Cass County to partake in annual Crop Hunger Walk
EDWARDSBURG — An annual charity fundraiser will be hosted early next month. However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this will be looking different than usual. ... Read more
1 day ago by Sarah Culton.
Michigan Works! closes central office, opens three new locations
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — Michigan Works! will be expanding to three locations in Cass County. The central office in Dowagiac will close as the expansion takes ... Read more
1 day ago by Christina Clark.
MSP traffic stop data reveals need for deeper study
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — Data released from the Michigan State Police about traffic stops in Berrien and Cass counties includes two data points: number of stops ... Read more
2 days ago by Christina Clark.
Our Father’s Family Keeper Ministries helps families in need during pandemic
VANDALIA — Our Father’s Family Keeper Ministries hosted its annual free fall/winter clothing giveaway on Aug. 22. Despite the complexities of social distancing, officials said ... Read more
2 days ago by Submitted.
COVID-19 UPDATE: Michigan sees 113,863 cases, 6,623 deaths
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — Michigan continues to see increased COVID-19 case numbers. Berrien County reported 1,569 confirmed cases and 72 related deaths as of Wednesday, according ... Read more
2 days ago by Staff Report.
PACE of Southwest Michigan celebrates National PACE Month, anniversary
ST. JOSEPH — PACE of Southwest Michigan, located in St. Joseph, is celebrating National PACE Month in September. The National PACE Association has designated September ... Read more
2 days ago by Submitted.
COVID-19 UPDATE: Michigan sees 113,183 cases, 6,612 deaths
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — Michigan continues to see increased COVID-19 case numbers. Berrien County reported 1,554 confirmed cases and 72 related deaths as of Tuesday, according ... Read more
3 days ago by Staff Report.
Local health official awarded for community work
DOWAGIAC — A local health official has been acknowledged for her work in Cass County, Danielle Persky, deputy health officer and director of public health ... Read more
3 days ago by Max Harden.
COVID-19 Update: MDHHS begins posting school outbreak information
LANSING — In an effort to provide accurate and timely information about COVID-19 in Michigan schools, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has ... Read more
4 days ago by Staff Report.
Cass County COA to host opioid education presentation
DOWAGIAC — Cass county residents will have an opportunity this month to learn more about prescription opioids. The Cass County Council on Aging is hosting ... Read more
4 days ago by Max Harden.
Two injured in Penn Township crash
PENN TOWNSHIP — Two individuals were injured in a Penn Township crash Sunday, according to the Cass County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Richard Behnke reported his ... Read more
4 days ago by Staff Report.
MEC accepting applications for Strengthening Schools Grant
CASSOPOLIS — Midwest Energy and Communications is now accepting applications for the 2020-21 Strengthening Schools Grant program. For the 2019-20 year, 33 grants totaling $30,000 ... Read more
5 days ago by Submitted.
Cass County to partake in Crop Hunger Walk
CASS COUNTY — This year’s Church World Service Crop Hunger Walk will be hosted Sunday, Oct. 4 in locations across Cass County. CWS is a ... Read more
5 days ago by Submitted.
COA serves nearly 300 meals to area first responders
CASSOPOLIS — One local organization was able to say “thank you” to those who keep the community safe and healthy this week. The Cass County ... Read more
7 days ago by Sarah Culton.
New court dates set in high profile cases
CASSOPOLIS — New court dates have been set in three high profile Cass County cases. Jay Vincent Penar and Justin Carlton are charged in connection ... Read more
1 week ago by Debra Haight.
Cass County Cancer Service to host paddle auction, walk
UNION — Cass County residents better shine up their quarters, as a quarter paddle auction is returning to support area cancer patients. The Cass County ... Read more
1 week ago by Sarah Culton.
COVID-19 UPDATE: Michigan sees 109,519 cases, 6,569 deaths
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — Michigan continues to see increased COVID-19 case numbers. Berrien County reported 1,514 confirmed cases and 72 related deaths as of Thursday, according ... Read more
1 week ago by Staff Report.
State provides guidelines to gyms, fitness centers to open safely
LANSING — Following the newly launched Ambassador Program to help businesses reopen safely, the state of Michigan is requiring gyms, fitness centers, bowling alleys, roller ... Read more
1 week ago by Submitted.
Online event to address medical myths regarding race, systematic inequities
ST. JOSEPH – Spectrum Health Lakeland will be hosting an online event to bring attention to the ways race impacts healthcare. Community members are invited ... Read more
