Cassopolis
Gov. Whitmer asks residents to take COVID-19 precautions, high schools to suspend in-person activities
LANSING — Though COVID-19 vaccine supply vaccine is increasing, state leaders are asking that residents take precautions to slow the virus’ spread as case numbers ... Read more
2 weeks ago by Submitted.
Cassopolis couple working to get musical nonprofit off the ground
CASSOPOLIS — Cassopolis resident Barry Clark knows the power music can have on someone’s life. After learning to play the guitar in his teens, music ... Read more
2 weeks ago by Sarah Culton.
COVID-19 UPDATE: Michigan reports 723,297 cases, 16,400 deaths
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — As of Thursday, Berrien County reported 12,119 COVID-19 cases and 235 deaths, according to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. ... Read more
2 weeks ago by Staff Report.
Cass County 4-H offering painting program
CASS COUNTY — The Cass County 4-H Program is offering a Clovers and Canvas program for its budding artists who are 4-H members. All supplies ... Read more
2 weeks ago by Submitted.
Gov. Whitmer, MDHHS encourage spring break travelers to get tested for COVID-19
LANSING — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services are urging Michiganders to get tested for COVID-19 upon returning from ... Read more
2 weeks ago by Submitted.
COVID-19 UPDATE: Michigan reports 715,478 cases, 16,327 deaths
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — As of Wednesday, Berrien County reported 12,070 COVID-19 cases and 233 deaths, according to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. ... Read more
2 weeks ago by Staff Report.
Bureau of Land Management to offer wild horses, burros for adoption, sale at Cassopolis event
CASSOPOLIS — Wild horses and burros from public rangelands in Western states will be available for adoption or sale at an event managed by the ... Read more
2 weeks ago by Submitted.
Law enforcement taking part in National Distracted Driving Awareness Month
LANSING — In support of National Distracted Driving Awareness Month in April, law enforcement agencies will be joining forces across the country this week to ... Read more
2 weeks ago by Submitted.
COVID-19 UPDATE: Michigan reports 707,463 cases, 16,297 deaths
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — As of Tuesday, Berrien County reported 12,010 COVID-19 cases and 233 deaths, according to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. ... Read more
2 weeks ago by Submitted.
Cass County jury trials again on hold after spike in COVID-19 cases
CASSOPOLIS – Jury trials are again on hold in Cass County after a recent spike in COVID-19 cases. They had been scheduled to start next ... Read more
2 weeks ago by Debra Haight.
Cass County Sheriff’s Office K9 locates suspect in Wayne Township
WAYNE TOWNSHIP — A Dowagiac man has been arrested thanks to the work of one of the Cass County Sheriff’s Office’s four-legged employees. Sheriff Richard ... Read more
2 weeks ago by Staff Report.
COVID-19 UPDATE: Michigan reports 702,499 cases, 16,239 deaths
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — As of Monday, Berrien County reported 11,969 COVID-19 cases and 232 deaths, according to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. ... Read more
2 weeks ago by Staff Report.
Man hospitalized following Cassopolis shooting
CASSOPOLIS — A man is in stable condition following an early Saturday morning shooting in the village of Cassopolis. At 1:15 a.m. Saturday, the Cassopolis ... Read more
3 weeks ago by Staff Report.
Dr. T.K. Lawless Park to host International Dark Sky Week
VANDALIA — A local park is offering southwest Michigan residents a chance to gaze at the night skies the way their ancestors once did. Dr. ... Read more
3 weeks ago by Max Harden.
DASAS’ sixth annual Survivor Stomp 5K to be host virtually
CASS COUNTY — A local organization is running for a cause throughout the month of April. Domestic and Sexual Abuse Services is hosting its sixth ... Read more
3 weeks ago by Max Harden.
Cass County commissioners hear presentation on historic courthouse
CASSOPOLIS — A plan for the Cass County Historic Courthouse may be moving forward soon. Thursday evening, Cass County Commissions heard a presentation from Intersect ... Read more
3 weeks ago by Sarah Culton.
COVID-19 UPDATE: Michigan reports 678,295 cases, 16,141 deaths
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — As of Thursday, Berrien County reported 11,783 COVID-19 cases and 232 deaths, according to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. ... Read more
3 weeks ago by Staff Report.
Pokagon Band donating 1,000 Easter baskets to those in need
NEW BUFFALO — The Pokagon Band of Potawatomi and its Four Wind Casinos recently announced a donation of 1,000 Easter baskets to help those in ... Read more
3 weeks ago by Submitted.
Local partnership with “Bright by Text” text messaging supports at-home learning, access to community resources for families with young children
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — The Great Start Collaboratives of Berrien, Cass and Van Buren counties — collective impact efforts supported by United Way of Southwest Michigan ... Read more
3 weeks ago by Submitted.
Cass County 4-H auction announced
EDWARDSBURG — Hailey Harman, Cass County 4-H program coordinator has announced the annual 4-H Leaders’ Association Auction has returned for 2021. This fundraiser for the ... Read more
3 weeks ago by Submitted.
CFCN awarded more than $2 million in grant funding
CASSOPOLIS — Cassopolis Family Clinic Network, a Federally Qualified Health Center serving the communities of Cass and southeast Berrien Counties, will receive $2,285,750 over the ... Read more
3 weeks ago by Submitted.
Council on Aging planning co-ed golf league
DOWAGIAC — A local organization is looking to bring community members together, one fairway at a time. The Cass County Council on Aging is in ... Read more
3 weeks ago by Max Harden.
Trial courts to resume in Cass County first time since pandemic began
CASS COUNTY — Area courts are once again making plans to start holding jury trials. Jury trials have been in large part put on hold since ... Read more
3 weeks ago by Debra Haight.
Cassopolis woman gets jail for using drugs on probation
CASSOPOLIS — A Cassopolis woman who has continued to use drugs and alcohol while on probation will be spending more time in jail after being ... Read more
4 weeks ago by Debra Haight.
COA celebrates long-term employee
CASSOPOLIS — The Cass County Council on Aging celebrated the anniversary of a long-term employee this week. Adrienne Glover celebrated her 25th anniversary with the ... Read more
