Opinion
GUEST COLUMN: The current plague of our time
As I write this, I ain’t feelin’ so hot. Actually, I am kinda hot… running a slight fever ...
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LASATA: Appealing property tax assessment may bring savings
Among the many costs of owning real estate are property taxes. These taxes, which are generally assessed in ...
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CULTON: Ice Time is sure to bring the fun
This weekend, things in downtown Dowagiac are set to get a little icy. Saturday, the Greater Dowagiac Chamber ...
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NOVAK: Suffering unimaginable loss hits close to home
Sunday morning held such promise for me. Despite being a bit under the weather, I was looking forward ...
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APPLEGATE: Safe ways to share the road with school buses
Niles Community Schools is committed to student safety in every sense of the phrase. With winter weather causing ...
Opinion
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: The unfairness of insurance
I use Advair Diskus twice daily for my asthma. I recently purchased a three-month supply, for which I ...
Opinion
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Thank you, Niles and Dowagiac
I am writing to thank Niles and Dowagiac residents for sharing the true meaning of Christmas with children ...
Opinion
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Remember primary elections
People of our area are reminded that the Michigan Presidential primary will be held on March 10, 2020. ...
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With a new year comes new NDL offerings
The holidays have come and gone and a new year is upon us. People all over Niles are ...
Opinion
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Our democracy is in danger
The book “How Democracies Die” points out that political norms, which help hold all democracies together, are being ...
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WILSON: Traveling to the far side: Part four
A trio of travelers (a wizard, a demigod, and an oracle) made their way through the depths of an ...
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NELDON: Dedicated individuals pave the way for endless opportunities
Saturday morning, I looked out my apartment window as the sun came up, eyes wide in surprise at ...
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LASATA: Community colleges an effective, affordable option
For many, it is common to attend a four-year college or university after high school to obtain a ...
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CULTON: How making a mistake made me a friend
Sunday afternoon, I was cozied up in my apartment, watching the snowfall on the street below me and ...
Education
STARFISH STORY: Tristan Preston, Sister Lakes Elementary PTO president
Mrs. Tristan Preston is president of the Sister Lakes Elementary Parent Teacher Organization. Sister Lakes Elementary wants to ...
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PUCKETT: Happy New Year! Happy New Decade!
Even though most things remain the same, the occasion of the new year can add some momentum — ...
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VANDENHEEDE: What does quality of life mean to you?
Dan Vandenheede is a Niles city council member, he can be contacted by email, djvandenheede@gmail.com or by phone, ...
Opinion
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: We just keep spinning
You and I were shocked by the news that U.S. drones killed Iranian commander Qassem Soleimani. We ...
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WILSON: Traveling to the far side: Part three
Ran the wizard and LoDi the demigod were making their way to the tiny hamlet of Garylarson, located ...
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NELDON: Something ‘cool’ to do this weekend
I have a secret to share. I hate winter. Unlike the ice queen Elsa in Disney’s “Frozen,” the cold ...
Opinion
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Take time to educate yourself on voting laws
People of our area are reminded that the Michigan Presidential primary will be held on March 10, 2020. ...
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CULTON: Winter festivals are almost here
This winter hasn’t really felt like winter. Instead of piles of snowdrifts and arctic blizzards, we have had ...
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LASATA: Be aware of carbon monoxide
With winter comes the increased possibility of carbon monoxide exposure and poisoning. This occurs primarily when a fossil-fuel-burning ...
Opinion
KAUFMANN: Automating our resolutions
Chrissie Kaufmann is a group fitness instructor at the YMCA of Greater Michiana. A wise person suggested that I ...
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PARRISH: New street lights could help our night sky
Robert Parrish is a member of the Cass County Parks Board and lives in Edwardsburg. He can be reached ...
