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Cassopolis man killed in head-on crash

PENN TOWNSHIP — One man was killed and another severely injured in a head-on collision Thursday morning, according ...

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Proposed ordinance to allow ORVs on Cass County roads

CASS COUNTY — Sharing the road may take on a new meaning if a new proposed ordinance takes ...

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Dowagiac man found guilty of child molestation, pornography had ‘scores’ of images, videos of children being assaulted

CASSOPOLIS — It took 12 Cass County jurors just one hour to find a Dowagiac man guilty of 15 ...

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Two already serving prison sentenced Friday on additional charges

CASSOPOLIS — Two men were sentenced who are already in prison Friday in Cass County Court. Mark Kuzmits, ...

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Cass County justice group talks Critical Race Theory, forgiveness

CASS COUNTY — Layered on top of a black and white photograph reads a quote from Dr. Martin ...

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Cass Commissioners recognize 911 dispatchers, animal control

CASS COUNTY — Local government officials took time to recognize two groups of people ahead of their national ...

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Cass Co. approves raise, pension change for sergeants unit

CASS COUNTY — Contract changes continue to come for union employees in Cass County. The Cass County Board ...

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Union leader takes aim at Cass County officials amid pension changes

CASS COUNTY – Following the completion of contract negotiations, one union leader has spoken out. Amid changes to ...

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ON THE HUNT: Find an Easter egg hunt or bunny visit nearby

The Easter Bunny will be hopping through southwest Michigan, hiding Easter eggs at various community spaces. Find out ...

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‘Monumental:’ $100B company set to break ground, plant trees in Cassopolis

CASSOPOLIS — As cannabis dispensaries celebrate their unofficial holiday this April in Cassopolis, one new business will be ...

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Cassopolis, Wightman awarded for village transformation project

CASSOPOLIS — The transformation of a local village has earned statewide recognition. The Village of Cassopolis and engineering ...

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Cassopolis to allow drive-through cannabis sales, use tax money for road work

CASSOPOLIS — After recent changes to cannabis administration rules in Michigan, a local government has decided to follow ...

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Homeowners hit by COVID-19 hardship may qualify for $25,000

MICHIGAN — Berrien and Cass County residents who have endured financial hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic now ...

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Cass County approves grant applications for TK Lawless Park improvements

CASSOPOLIS — A popular county park is one step closer to upgrading its facilities.  The Cass County Board ...

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Cass County courts employees retain defined benefit pension plan

CASSOPOLIS — As county officials seek to implement new retirement plans for the county’s union employees, one union ...

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Health department finds ‘no concerns’ following inspection of Cassopolis Public Schools

CASSOPOLIS — A local school district has issued a response after a viral Facebook post called into question ...

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Cassopolis police receive raise from village

CASSOPOLIS — At Monday’s meeting, the village council approved a police union contract including about a 10-percent wage ...

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Cassopolis approves Hydro Aluminum grant application

CASSOPOLIS — With an international company set to break ground and create local jobs, the economic development and ...

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Cassopolis Family Clinic buys county building, plans expansion in Niles

CASSOPOLIS — A local network of health care providers is expanding. The Cassopolis Family Clinic Network, provider of ...

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County shelter vaccinates 137 animals; Road Commission thanks board

CASSOPOLIS — It wasn’t raining cats and dogs, but more than 100 animals descended upon a local event ...

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Lawn in order: Prosecutor comments on ‘major’ meth bust; suspects named

EDITOR’S NOTE: This story has been updated with names of the suspects. CASSOPOLIS — Cass County Prosecutor Victor ...

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Cass County commission urges state to fully return to in-person operations

CASSOPOLIS — With the majority of businesses, schools and agencies statewide having returned to in-person operations since the ...

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Drug bust uncovers 1.2 pounds of meth, multi-state sales conspiracy

NILES – What began as a traffic stop has turned into a drug bust involving three counties in ...

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Cassopolis approves cannabis event at fairgrounds

CASSOPOLIS — The county fairgrounds just got a little bit greener. At a special meeting Monday, Feb. 28 ...

Education

Cassopolis financial program highlights alumni, invests in students’ future

By JAMES NELDON Leader Publications Contributor   CASSOPOLIS — In the halls of Sam Adams Elementary school, students ...

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