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New look: Dowagiac District Library welcomes guests with grand opening ceremony
DOWAGIAC — A journey more than 10 years in the making concluded Saturday afternoon in front of 211 Commercial St. in downtown Dowagiac. It was ... Read more
2 hours ago by Max Harden.
SMC graduating 87 with honors
DOWAGIAC — “I’m standing here today at only 18 years old as the first in my family to graduate from college,” said Jossalyn Rogalski, Southwestern ... Read more
1 day ago by Submitted.
Dowagiac resident sentenced for tampering with monitoring device, fleeing police
CASSOPOLIS — A Dowagiac man who cut off his monitoring device will spend the next 10 months in jail. Willie Lee Davis II, 30, of ... Read more
2 days ago by Debra Haight.
Dowagiac city manager discusses area development
By MAXWELL HARDEN max.harden@leaderpub.com DOWAGIAC — The city of Dowagiac has been bustling with projects in recent months. From the ICG building project, the grand ... Read more
2 days ago by Max Harden.
Homeless man gets jail for attempting to steal vehicle
CASSOPOLIS – A former Niles resident was sentenced in Cass County Circuit Court to a year in jail for conspiracy to steal a motor vehicle ... Read more
2 days ago by Debra Haight.
Past Rotary president presented Paul Harris Award
DOWAGIAC — An outgoing Dowagiac Rotarian was presented with one of the group’s most prestigious awards. Past Dowagiac Rotary President Melody Wallace was presented with ... Read more
2 days ago by Sarah Culton.
Virtual community resource forum taking place June 4
CASSOPOLIS — Area agencies have teamed up to help bring visibility to Cass County’s resource providers and help connect them to those who need them ... Read more
2 days ago by Sarah Culton.
Dowagiac District Library hosts dedication ceremonies for children’s nook, fireplace area
DOWAGIAC — The Dowagiac District Library’s grand opening is taking place Saturday, and two local groups were honored this week for their roles in making ... Read more
2 days ago by Max Harden.
COVID-19 UPDATE: Berrien County reports one new COVID-19 death
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — Berrien County reported one new COVID-19 death Thursday. As of Thursday, Berrien County reported 13,582 COVID-19 cases and 257 deaths, according to ... Read more
3 days ago by Staff Report.
City of Dowagiac, Penn Township renew water system agreement
DOWAGIAC — The city of Dowagiac and Penn Township renewed their longstanding agreement to deliver quality water to the community Monday evening. The Dowagiac City ... Read more
3 days ago by Max Harden.
SERVPRO donates smoke detectors to Dowagiac Fire Department
DOWAGIAC — SERVPRO of Cass and St. Joseph Counties is doing its part to keep communities safe from house fires. The company, located at 1444 ... Read more
3 days ago by Max Harden.
VIDEO: Cass County memorial service honors fallen deputy
CASSOPOLIS — The Cass County Sheriff’s Office spent Wednesday afternoon honoring a deputy who died in the line of duty. Dozens of guests — officers, ... Read more
3 days ago by Max Harden.
COVID-19 UPDATE: Berrien, Cass, Van Buren counties report new COVID-19 deaths
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — Counties across southwest Michigan reported new COVID-19 deaths Wednesday. As of Wednesday, Berrien County reported 13,560 COVID-19 cases and 256 deaths, according ... Read more
4 days ago by Staff Report.
DUS honors April students of the month
DOWAGIAC —The Dowagiac Union Schools Board of Education honored the district’s April Students of the Month during its meeting Monday night at Dowagiac Middle School. ... Read more
4 days ago by Max Harden.
SMC library hosts honors program showcase
DOWAGIAC — The Fred L. Mathews Library on Southwestern Michigan College’s campus is decked out with posters ready to educate curious eyes on everything from ... Read more
4 days ago by Submitted.
COVID-19 UPDATE: Michigan reports 867,341 cases, 18,338 deaths
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — As of Tuesday, Berrien County reported 13,521 COVID-19 cases and 255 deaths, according to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. ... Read more
5 days ago by Staff Report.
Dowagiac Police Log: April 30-May 3
April 30 9:50 a.m. – Hamilton, alarm 11:25 a.m. – Lester, lost property 12:16 p.m. – Matthews/Dailey, assist Cass County Sheriff’s Office 12:41 p.m. – ... Read more
5 days ago by Submitted.
DUS honors retiring faculty, staff members
DOWAGIAC — A group of retiring Dowagiac Union Schools educators were honored this week for their years of service. The Dowagiac Union Schools Board of ... Read more
5 days ago by Max Harden.
United Way of Southwest Michigan honors community’s resiliency with annual awards
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — United Way has crafted another unique experience to acknowledge the generosity of donors and the impact made in the community in 2020. ... Read more
5 days ago by Submitted.
COVID-19 UPDATE: Michigan reports 865,349 cases, 18,239 deaths
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — As of Monday, Berrien County reported 13,521 COVID-19 cases and 255 deaths, according to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. ... Read more
6 days ago by Submitted.
SMCAA celebrates Community Action Month
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — This year Southwest Michigan Community Action Agency commemorates 39 years of helping families throughout southwest Michigan. SMCAA was established in 1982 “to wage war on ... Read more
6 days ago by Submitted.
2021-22 Strengthening Schools grant cycle open
CASSOPOLIS — Midwest Energy and Communications is now accepting applications for the 2021-22 Strengthening Schools Grant program. For the 2020-21 school year, 26 grants totaling ... Read more
6 days ago by Submitted.
Chase leads to the capture of larceny suspects
JEFFERSON TOWNSHIP — Two individuals have been arrested, and police are requesting charges on a third, following a chase through Cass County Monday morning. Cass ... Read more
6 days ago by Staff Report.
LMC supports Biden’s plan for free community college
BENTON HARBOR — A White House proposal has community colleges around the country in a state of excitement. The Biden administration announced its American Families ... Read more
1 week ago by Max Harden.
Mobile medical unit providing free ultrasound, STD testing
DOWAGIAC — The Pregnancy Helpline of Three Rivers is bringing free services to Dowagiac women through its mobile medical unit. The organization, headquartered at 172 ... Read more
