Local Government
Public hearing date set for Dowagiac ambulance Special Assessment District proposal
DOWAGIAC — The City of Dowagiac took another step toward fully reestablishing ambulance services to the community after ...
DEVELOPING NEWS
Niles authorities seek help locating gas station robbery suspects
NILES — The Niles Police Department is asking for the public’s help in the identification of two suspects ...
Newsletter Opinion
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Who cares about welding students these days?
Who cares about welding students these days? In short, I do. Southwestern Michigan College in Niles needs more ...
Education
Buchanan High School awarded $100,000 grant for CTE programs
BUCHANAN — A local school district’s career prep program will be receiving a significant boost with the help ...
Community News
LiveBuchanan announces downtown mural project
BUCHANAN — A project aimed at beautifying and enhancing downtown Buchanan is now underway. LiveBuchanan, in partnership with ...
Local Government
Cass County unofficial primary election results
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — Listed below are the unofficial election results from Cass County for the Feb. 27 primary ...
Local Government
Berrien County unofficial primary election results
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — Listed below are the unofficial election results from Berrien County for the Feb. 27 primary ...
News
White Pigeon woman injured in two-vehicle Porter Township crash
PORTER TOWNSHIP — A White Pigeon woman was injured in a two-vehicle Porter Township crash Tuesday afternoon, according ...
Business
New Schilling’s owner hopes to carry forward legacy in Dowagiac
DOWAGIAC — The new owner of a longtime Dowagiac business aims to carry on the legacy of its ...
Crime/Court
Area women sentenced on drunk driving charges
NILES — Two area women were sentenced for drunk driving offenses Monday in Berrien County Trial Court. Savannah ...
Business
South Bend jazz club opens culture cafe
South Bend — Visitors to Merriman’s Playhouse will have likely noticed changes to the local home for live ...
Business
Fire destroys Marcellus business
MARCELLUS TOWNSHIP — A fire destroyed a Marcellus molding company Sunday night. At approximately 10 p.m. Sunday, several ...
News
Rick Springfield returning to Silver Creek Event Center
From a working-class hero to rock-n-roll icon, Rick Springfield has done it all since breaking onto the music ...
Community News
Niles’ first Black police officer dies
NILES — Hubert “Herbie” Ingram, the City of Niles’ first Black police officer, has died. He was 82. ...
Community News
‘Ronda Strong’: Legacy of Dowagiac community member honored with drum-a-thon fundraiser
DOWAGIAC — Community members filled the gym at Dowagiac Union High School Saturday morning – rhythm sticks in ...
Crime/Court
Benton Harbor woman gets jail time for Niles Lowe’s theft
NILES — A Benton Harbor woman who took part in a theft last year from the Niles Lowe’s ...
Community News
Niles Township Hall renovation, expansion layout plan approved by board
NILES CHARTER TOWNSHIP — Niles Charter Township’s quest for an improved township hall is one step closer to ...
Community News
Niles moves forward with 3rd Street Home Repair Project
NILES — A key city corridor in need of improvements will soon receive attention as part of a ...
Business
Food for thought: Dowagiac seeks feedback for 2024 Music in The Park food lineup
DOWAGIAC — In recent years, Dowagiac’s annual summer concert series has moved to a new location, added a ...
Community News
Five Brandywine staff members nominated for Excellence in Education Awards
NILES CHARTER TOWNSHIP — Five staff members from a local school have been recognized for their support and ...
Local Government
Cass County forms law enforcement millage committee
CASSOPOLIS — With less than three months before ballot wording has to be submitted for the August election, ...
Community News
Lee aims to make difference as member of Cassopolis school board
CASSOPOLIS — William G. Lee Jr. is setting out to contribute to the community that raised him, starting ...
Community News
Dowagiac schools celebrate January Students of the Month
DOWAGIAC — Six local students have been selected for recognition by teachers and faculty for their outstanding performance ...
Community News
Tyler won’t seek re-election as Berrien County Clerk
ST. JOSEPH — Berrien County Clerk Sharon Tyler announced Thursday that she will not seek re-election to the ...
Business
Goddess of the Moon Leatherworks introduces Bracelet Bar
BUCHANAN — A Buchanan business is set to offer a space that aims to add a touch of ...
