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Dowagiac Rotary Club receives grant from District 6360 Foundation
DOWAGIAC — The Dowagiac Rotary Club continues to find ways to support its community. A $2,000 check from the Rotary District 6360 Foundation was presented ... Read more
2 days ago by Max Harden.
COA to host ‘Ice Cream Social Distancing’ events
CASSOPOLIS — This month, one local organization will be serving up something sweet for Cass County residents. The Cass County Council on Aging will host ... Read more
2 days ago by Sarah Culton.
Dowagiac Union Schools superintendent offers update on reopening plans
DOWAGIAC — Dowagiac Union Schools’ plan to reopen schools is taking shape. In a Friday press release, Superintendent Jonathan Whan said the district is gathering ... Read more
2 days ago by Staff Report.
Niles man sentenced in 2019 shooting incident
CASSOPOLIS – A Niles man who shot his gun out of the windows of a car last year was sentenced Friday in Cass County Circuit ... Read more
2 days ago by Debra Haight.
Gov. Whitmer signs mandatory mask order
LANSING — Today, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed executive order 2020-147, which reiterates that individuals are required to wear a face covering whenever they are in ... Read more
2 days ago by Staff Report.
Dowagiac Elks donate to Saint Francis Outreach
DOWAGIAC — The Dowagiac Elks Lodge is doing its best to live up to the saying “Elks care, Elks share.” The lodge received a Gratitude ... Read more
2 days ago by Max Harden.
State AG office to handle Diamond Lake Party case
CASS COUNTY — The Michigan Attorney General’s Office has agreed to review the case of a Fourth of July party hosted at Diamond Lake in ... Read more
2 days ago by Staff Report.
Gov. Whitmer signs executive directive requiring implicit bias training for health professionals
LANSING — On Thursday, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer singed an executive directive requiring health care professionals in Michigan to undergo implicit bias training to obtain and ... Read more
3 days ago by Staff Report.
Janel’s Industries named one of Michigan’s 50 Companies To Watch
DOWAGIAC — A Dowagiac company has been recognized for its efforts once again. Government contractor Janel’s Industries will be recognized as one of the “Michigan ... Read more
3 days ago by Max Harden.
Dowagiac District Library expansion continues following COVID-19 delay
DOWAGIAC — Construction on the Dowagiac District Library’s coronavirus-stalled $7.4 million expansion-renovation projects marches on. After breaking ground on the site in October 2019, construction ... Read more
4 days ago by Max Harden.
Special prosecutor sought to review Diamond Lake Fourth of July party
CASS COUNTY — A special prosecutor is being sought to review incidents related to parties hosted at Diamond Lake. Tuesday afternoon, the Cass County Prosecutor’s ... Read more
5 days ago by Sarah Culton.
Dowagiac leaders begin planning process for Beckwith Park renovation
DOWAGIAC — Beckwith Park’s makeover is set to continue in the coming weeks, according to City Manager Kevin Anderson. After purchasing the vacant building formerly ... Read more
5 days ago by Max Harden.
Area organizations receive CARES funding
LANSING — Organizations in Berrien and Cass counties recently received an extra boost of funding. Michigan Humanities is recently announced $661,085 in emergency CARES Act ... Read more
5 days ago by Submitted.
Leader Publications welcomes new reporter
NILES — Leader Publications has welcomed a new addition to its news team. Max Harden, of Niles, has joined Leader Publications as a news reporter. ... Read more
5 days ago by Staff Report.
Diamond Lake Fourth of July party could result in charges
CASS COUNTY — A Fourth of July party that has put Cass County under nationwide scrutiny could result in charges filed against its organizers. Saturday, ... Read more
6 days ago by Sarah Culton.
Dowagiac Union Schools recognize retiring staff
DOWAGIAC — With another school year come and gone, several Dowagiac Union School employees are preparing to enter the next chapter of their lives. This ... Read more
1 week ago by Sarah Culton.
Dowagiac, Cassopolis awarded NEP grants
CASS COUNTY — Two Cass County communities were awarded state grant funding for visual improvements. The Michigan State Housing Development Authority awarded $2.1 million in ... Read more
1 week ago by Sarah Culton.
Lawless Park to celebrate Michigan Dark Sky Awareness Month by opening on weekend nights
VANDALIA — Cass County stargazers now can view the night sky at a local International Dark-Sky Park. The Cass County Parks Board recently set a ... Read more
1 week ago by Sarah Culton.
Outdoor prom event set for Aug. 1
EDWARDSBURG — A regional, all school prom has been greenlit as the original organizer has secured sponsors to partner with to put on the memorable ... Read more
1 week ago by Christina Clark.
5 Mile Drive-In offering free entry to first responders on Fourth of July
DOWAGIAC — One Dowagiac business plans to celebrate America’s independence this weekend by giving back. This Saturday, in celebration of the Fourth of July, 5 ... Read more
1 week ago by Sarah Culton.
Gov. Whitmer closes indoor service at bars throughout lower Michigan, allows cocktails to go
LANSING — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed Executive Order 2020-143 on Wednesday closing indoor service at bars throughout most of lower Michigan to protect the progress ... Read more
2 weeks ago by Submitted.
SMC to continue in person instruction during fall semester
DOWAGIAC — Southwestern Michigan College announced Wednesday that in-person courses will run during the Fall 2020 semester, on-campus residence halls will be open and the ... Read more
2 weeks ago by Submitted.
Dowagiac Fire Department offers Fourth of July safety tips
DOWAGIAC — With the Fourth of July weekend around the corner, Dowagiac residents are preparing to celebrate with families and friends over a cookout, and ... Read more
2 weeks ago by Sarah Culton.
Dowagiac School Board approves preliminary 2020-2021 budget
DOWAGIAC — Much of what the 2020-2021 school year will look like remains unclear to Dowagiac Union Schools’ board of education. Following a budget hearing ... Read more
2 weeks ago by Sarah Culton.
Niles shooting suspect sentenced on unrelated charge
NILES – A former Niles resident accused in a shooting incident last summer in Niles was sentenced Monday on an unrelated charge in Berrien County ... Read more
