Opinion
LETTER: Trump’s bigotry is a threat to our democracy
Donald Trump has repeatedly expressed xenophobic, racial and religious bigotry. In a recent tweet storm, his bigotry was ...
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LASATA: August is Family Fun Month
Family Fun Month is celebrated each year during the month of August. It is a great time to ...
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LETTER: Proud of our congressman
I am proud of our congressman, Fred Upton, for standing up for what is right and condemning President Trump’s ...
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STUDEBAKER: Traditional library services are given new twists
The Niles District Library Board approved the 2019-2029 Vision Plan at its June meeting. The Vision Plan is ...
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PAQUETTE: A bipartisan approach to education
As a former teacher at Niles High School, I spent a lot of time trying to create a ...
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PURCELL: It’s a computer bag, not a man purse!
Despite the accusations, I deny that I carry a man purse.
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PURCELL: Our childish politicians need kindergarten lessons
We could use a hearty dose of Robert Fulghum wisdom about now.
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NELDON: Recognizing more local business than ever
When voting started last month for our annual Best of the Best contest, Leader Publications encouraged voters to ...
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WILSON: Riding the rails: Part two
“All along the southbound odyssey, the train pulled out of Kankakee and rolls along past houses, farms and ...
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With the Cass County Fair, tradition continues
Starting this weekend, the Cass County Fairgrounds in Cassopolis will come alive with the sounds of livestock, the ...
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Why don’t we have toll roads in Michigan?
In the ongoing debate over whether and how to develop a long-term plan for Michigan’s roads, a common ...
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APPLEGATE: Niles Education Foundation to host seventh annual Legendary Evening
The people of Niles form the basis of our great community, serve as role models to our students ...
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STUDEBAKER: We cater to you
Nancy Studebaker is the executive director at the Niles District Library. She can be reached by email at director@nileslibrary.net. ...
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TYREE: Apollo 11 golden anniversary: Something for everyone
I feared that the 50th anniversary of the first manned moon landing might get eclipsed by other celebrations (the ...
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LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Time for Rep. Upton to leave Washington
Fred Upton, our Congressional representative for Michigan’s 6th District, has been in Congress for 32 years. Several days ...
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LETTER: Thanks to Spruce Ridge
The Dowagiac class of ‘89 had a great time golfing at Spruce Ridge. The owners were easy to ...
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WILSON: Travel by riding the rails
Have you ever ridden the rails? I am not talking about urban/suburban commuter mass transit rail travel such ...
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Heroes come in all shapes, sizes
Thanks to pop culture, when we hear the word “hero,” images of brawny men in spandex often come ...
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Turn out for Summer in the City
Though the heat may be creeping in the high 90s this weekend and staying inside in the air ...
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LA SATA: Farming is a force in southwest Michigan
The limited legislative session schedule in the summer affords me a great opportunity to spend more time in ...
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Letter to the Editor: Thank you for supporting Dowagiac fireworks
Thank you to everyone who contributed to make the sixth annual Dowagiac firework show organized by the Young ...
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PAQUETTE: Engaged citizens make the difference
Let me begin by thanking everyone who attended my town hall on roads. It was encouraging to see ...
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PAWLOSKI: Second chances change lives
There are things in life that can never be anything but firsts: the day you were born, your ...
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EDITORIAL: Thank you to our public safety officers
Monday evening, the Dowagiac Department of Public Safety presented several emergency personnel with lifesaving awards for taking actions ...
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EDITORIAL: Support local veterans
Comfort and basic support for veterans can be difficult to come by, which is why we were happy ...
