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Cassopolis man sent to prison on drug charges
CASSOPOLIS — In Cass County Court Friday, a Cassopolis man convicted of drug offenses was sentenced to prison. Shawn Allen Spurlock, 41, of Hospital Street ... Read more
3 days ago by Debra Haight.
Dowagiac man who broke elementary school windows sentenced to probation
CASSOPOLIS – A Dowagiac man who broke windows at Patrick Hamilton Elementary School twice in 2019 was sentenced to probation, restitution and tether in a ... Read more
3 days ago by Debra Haight.
Man arrested on drug charges in Mason Township
MASON TOWNSHIP — A man was arrested on drug charges in Mason Township Thursday. The Cass County Drug Enforcement Team announced that on Thursday, detectives ... Read more
3 days ago by Submitted.
Cass County Commissioners approve grant for Dowagiac River restoration
CASSOPOLIS — Parts of the Dowagiac River will be restored and improved, thanks to a vote by the Cass County Board of Commissioners Thursday. During ... Read more
3 days ago by Sarah Culton.
Cassopolis hosts Cass County Leadership Summit
CASSOPOLIS — The village of Cassopolis brought together leaders from across Cass County this week. The village hosted a Cass County Leadership Summit Wednesday at ... Read more
4 days ago by Staff Report.
Cassopolis organization to host walk honoring National Suicide Prevention Month
CASSOPOLIS — Representatives of an area advocacy organization will be taking to the streets later this month to spread a simple message: “you are not ... Read more
4 days ago by Sarah Culton.
Two women injured in La Grange Township crash
LA GRANGE TOWNSHIP — A Dowagiac woman was injured in a Wednesday night crash, according to the Cass County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Richard Behnke reported ... Read more
4 days ago by Staff Report.
Local talent development leader honored by Michigan Works! Association
LANSING — Kelly Wilson, a vocational training specialist at Berrien, Cass, Van Buren Michigan Works!, was awarded a “Shining Star” Award by the Michigan Works! ... Read more
5 days ago by Submitted.
MEC accepting applications for Strengthening Schools Grant program
CASSOPOLIS — Applications are now open for an annual grant program. Midwest Energy and Communications is now accepting applications for the 2021-22 Strengthening Schools Grant ... Read more
5 days ago by Submitted.
COVID-19 UPDATE: Michigan reports 976,505 cases, 20,535 deaths
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — As of Tuesday, Berrien County reported 15,165 COVID-19 cases and 284 deaths, according to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. ... Read more
6 days ago by Staff Report.
Police investigating Porter Township crash
PORTER TOWNSHIP — A Sturgis man was transported to the hospital following a Monday morning crash in Porter Township. Cass County Sheriff Richard Behnke reported ... Read more
6 days ago by Staff Report.
Lansing man headed to prison for leading police on two-state chase
In Cass County Court Friday, a Lansing man is going to prison for his role in a two-state police chase. Kelly Ryan Darnell, 36, of ... Read more
1 week ago by Debra Haight.
Dowagiac man sentenced for healthcare fraud
CASSOPOLIS – A Dowagiac man was sentenced Friday in Cass County Circuit Court for healthcare fraud uncovered during the investigation of fired Southwestern Michigan College ... Read more
1 week ago by Debra Haight.
Former SMC instructor sentenced to probation for attempted aggravated indecent exposure
CASSOPOLIS – A coward, a liar and a rapist. That was how George Field’s victim described him at his sentencing Friday morning in Cass County ... Read more
1 week ago by Debra Haight.
Residents ask Cass County board to oppose potential mask mandates
CASSOPOLIS — Thursday evening, cars spilled out of the Cass County Road Commission’s parking lot into the street and onto the Cass County Fairgrounds. Once ... Read more
1 week ago by Sarah Culton.
PHOTO STORY: Cass County Sheriff’s Office defeats Niles MSP in softball game
CASSOPOLIS — This week, two local law enforcement agencies faced off in an annual softball game. Wednesday, the Michigan State Police Niles post played the ... Read more
2 weeks ago by Submitted.
MDHHS issues quarantine guidance for asymptomatic students
LANSING — To help ensure Michigan students and educators are as safe as possible in the classroom and keep students in school for in-person learning, ... Read more
2 weeks ago by Submitted.
MSP encourages residents to take action to prepare during Michigan’s Preparedness Month
LANSING — Emergencies can happen when least expected. That is why Michigan State Police, Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division is encouraging Michigan residents to ... Read more
2 weeks ago by Submitted.
New emergency management coordinator ready to serve Cass County
CASSOPOLIS — A new face in Cass County government is working to ensure the county and its residents are prepared for anything that might come ... Read more
2 weeks ago by Sarah Culton.
COVID-19 UPDATE: Michigan reports 961,953 cases, 20,396 deaths
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — As of Tuesday, Berrien County reported 14,955 COVID-19 cases and 283 deaths, according to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. ... Read more
2 weeks ago by Staff Report.
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for Berrien, Cass counties
NILES — An approaching storm system could bring with it heavy rain and strong winds to Michiana. The National Weather Service has issued a Severe ... Read more
2 weeks ago by Staff Report.
Council on Aging to host annual Senior Health Fair
CASS COUNTY — A local organization will again bring local medical providers to answer questions and provide services for seniors — all under one roof. ... Read more
2 weeks ago by Max Harden.
Teachers, community members bring ‘Rival Rock’ to Ross Beatty High School
CASSOPOLIS — The latest addition to Ross Beatty High School’s campus landscape will be hard to miss for students and visitors alike. The Cass County ... Read more
2 weeks ago by Max Harden.
Dr. Lawless International Dark Sky Park to host performance
VANDALIA — The Cass County Parks and Recreation Department will welcome representatives from the Bradley Settlement Singers and Southern Straight Singers Sept. 10 at Dr. ... Read more
2 weeks ago by Submitted.
SMC students complete ETS Public Safety/Fire Camp
DOWAGIAC — A group of local college students recently learned what it takes to become a first responder. The Southwestern Michigan College Educational Talent Search’s ... Read more
