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CFCN hosting flu, COVID-19 vaccine clinic
CASSOPOLIS — The Cassopolis Family Clinic Network will host an on-site COVID-19 vaccine and flu shot drive-up clinic at both the Cassopolis Family Clinic, 261 ... Read more
2 hours ago by Submitted.
Under the Harvest Moon Festival to offer children’s activities
DOWAGIAC — Families that take their children to Under the Harvest Moon on Saturday, Oct. 9, in downtown Dowagiac will make their festival experience even ... Read more
2 hours ago by Submitted.
PHOTO STORY: Old Rugged Cross Church hosts church, museum dedication
POKAGON TOWNSHIP — This weekend, the familiar notes of popular church hymn “The Old Rugged Cross” rang out in Pokagon Township. Though the hymn is ... Read more
6 hours ago by Sarah Culton.
Dowagiac Elks hosting annual Guys and Dolls Golf Outing
DOWAGIAC — A local organization is gearing up to take to the greens for its annual fundraiser. The Dowagiac Elks Lodge’s annual Guys and Dolls ... Read more
7 hours ago by Max Harden.
Medical event causes car to crash into Dowagiac Burger King
DOWAGIAC — The Dowagiac Burger King reopened following a brief closure Friday due to a car crashing into its drive-thru. At approximately 3:10 p.m. Friday, ... Read more
4 days ago by Staff Report.
Cassopolis man sent to prison on drug charges
CASSOPOLIS — In Cass County Court Friday, a Cassopolis man convicted of drug offenses was sentenced to prison. Shawn Allen Spurlock, 41, of Hospital Street ... Read more
4 days ago by Debra Haight.
SMC recognized for turning students into citizens
DOWAGIAC — Southwestern Michigan College has again been named to Washington Monthly’s “2021 Best Colleges for Student Voting Honor Roll,” repeating a feat also achieved ... Read more
4 days ago by Submitted.
ETS program awarded grant from Department of Education
By MAXWELL HARDEN max.harden@leaderpub.com DOWAGIAC — A local career prep program will continue to help area middle school and high school students attain the means ... Read more
4 days ago by Max Harden.
Dowagiac man who broke elementary school windows sentenced to probation
CASSOPOLIS – A Dowagiac man who broke windows at Patrick Hamilton Elementary School twice in 2019 was sentenced to probation, restitution and tether in a ... Read more
4 days ago by Debra Haight.
Changes to retirement benefits cause for concern among Cass County employees
CASSOPOLIS — Changes to retirement benefits for Cass County employees have been the trending topic at county meetings in recent weeks. Cass County Administrator Jeff ... Read more
4 days ago by Max Harden.
Man arrested on drug charges in Mason Township
MASON TOWNSHIP — A man was arrested on drug charges in Mason Township Thursday. The Cass County Drug Enforcement Team announced that on Thursday, detectives ... Read more
4 days ago by Submitted.
Cass County Commissioners approve grant for Dowagiac River restoration
CASSOPOLIS — Parts of the Dowagiac River will be restored and improved, thanks to a vote by the Cass County Board of Commissioners Thursday. During ... Read more
4 days ago by Sarah Culton.
Lyons Industries donates 12 thermal imaging cameras to Indian Lake Volunteer Fire Department
SISTER LAKES — A local company is doing its part to keep firefighters safe while on duty. Lyons Industries, 30000 M-62 W., recently donated 12 ... Read more
4 days ago by Max Harden.
Dowagiac Police Log: Sept. 13-14
Sept. 13 9:38 a.m. — Indian Hills Apartments, stalking complaint 9:39 a.m. — 400 Block N. Front, assist probation 10:18 p.m. — Borgess Lee Memorial, ... Read more
5 days ago by Submitted.
Owners of vintage farm tractors invited to Under the Harvest Moon
DOWAGIAC — Owners of vintage farm machinery are invited to display their units in downtown Dowagiac, Saturday, Oct. 9, as this community hosts its annual ... Read more
5 days ago by Submitted.
New short-term rental property group to offer guests ‘curated’ Dowagiac experience
DOWAGIAC — Desmond Lathan was the man of the hour Tuesday evening. The Chicago real estate associate and Dowagiac entrepreneur hosted several guests from the ... Read more
5 days ago by Max Harden.
Two women injured in La Grange Township crash
LA GRANGE TOWNSHIP — A Dowagiac woman was injured in a Wednesday night crash, according to the Cass County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Richard Behnke reported ... Read more
5 days ago by Staff Report.
Local talent development leader honored by Michigan Works! Association
LANSING — Kelly Wilson, a vocational training specialist at Berrien, Cass, Van Buren Michigan Works!, was awarded a “Shining Star” Award by the Michigan Works! ... Read more
6 days ago by Submitted.
SMC attracts more than $4 million in grants
DOWAGIAC — During Sept. 8’s regular meeting on the Dowagiac campus, the Southwestern Michigan College Board of Trustees enjoyed three presentations on SMC landing more ... Read more
6 days ago by Submitted.
MEC accepting applications for Strengthening Schools Grant program
CASSOPOLIS — Applications are now open for an annual grant program. Midwest Energy and Communications is now accepting applications for the 2021-22 Strengthening Schools Grant ... Read more
6 days ago by Submitted.
Dowagiac City Council, Cass County Transit Authority renew Transit Operating Agreement
DOWAGIAC — The Dowagiac City Council moved to approve a series of resolutions involving the Cass County Transportation Authority during Monday’s city council meeting. The ... Read more
6 days ago by Max Harden.
COVID-19 UPDATE: Michigan reports 976,505 cases, 20,535 deaths
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — As of Tuesday, Berrien County reported 15,165 COVID-19 cases and 284 deaths, according to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. ... Read more
7 days ago by Staff Report.
Dowagiac police arrest suspect in Monday hit and run crash
DOWAGIAC — The Dowagiac Police Department has made an arrest in a Monday hit and run crash that left a motorcyclist in critical condition. Dowagiac ... Read more
7 days ago by Staff Report.
Police investigating Porter Township crash
PORTER TOWNSHIP — A Sturgis man was transported to the hospital following a Monday morning crash in Porter Township. Cass County Sheriff Richard Behnke reported ... Read more
1 week ago by Staff Report.
Dowagiac police investigate hit-and-run crash
DOWAGIAC — Police in Dowagiac are investigating a Monday afternoon hit-and-run crash that left a motorcyclist critically injured. At approximately 2:43 p.m., Dowagiac police were ... Read more
