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COVID-19 UPDATE: Michigan reports 583,964 cases, 15,405 deaths
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — As of Tuesday, Berrien County reported 10,582 COVID-19 cases and 219 deaths, according to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. ... Read more
13 hours ago by Staff Report.

Cass County GOP censures Congressman Fred Upton for vote against Marjorie Taylor Greene
CASS COUNTY — Rep. Fred Upton has once again found himself at odds with the Cass County GOP. Upton, who was censured by the Cass ... Read more
13 hours ago by Staff Report.

Cass County Veterans Affairs provides update to community
CASSOPOLIS — The Cass County Veterans Affairs recently provided up an update to the community on its services. The Cass County Veterans Affairs officials said ... Read more
14 hours ago by Submitted.
Market Van Buren, MEDC announce formal partnership
PAW PAW — The board and staff at Market Van Buren recently announced the creation of a formal partnership with the Michigan Economic Development Corporation. ... Read more
15 hours ago by Submitted.

Cassopolis woman arrested for Dowagiac car theft
DOWAGIAC — Police officers recovered a stolen vehicle and arrested the driver within minutes of the vehicle being stolen, according to the Dowagiac Police Department. ... Read more
16 hours ago by Staff Report.

SMC plans to host in-person, outdoor graduation ceremonies
DOWAGIAC – Southwestern Michigan College President Joe Odenwald is optimistic about vaccine distributions and is planning to host in-person graduation ceremonies outdoors in the spring. ... Read more
18 hours ago by Christina Clark.

Cass County COA to reopen fitness center, select programs March 1
DOWAGIAC — One Cass County organization will soon be opening its doors. The Cass County Council on Aging announced it will be reopening its Cassopolis ... Read more
21 hours ago by Max Harden.

COVID-19 UPDATE: Berrien, Cass counties reports new COVID-19 deaths
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — Berrien and Cass counties have reported one new COVID-19 death each, according to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. As ... Read more
2 days ago by Staff Report.

Dowagiac awarded $75,000 in NEP grants
DOWAGIAC — Dowagiac City Manager Kevin Anderson had great news to share with the city council at the end of its meeting Monday at City ... Read more
2 days ago by Max Harden.

SMC Guarantee aims to provide financial support to students of all ages
DOWAGIAC – Over the last year, the state of Michigan implemented Futures For Frontliners and the Michigan ReConnect program to aid in allowing frontline workers ... Read more
2 days ago by Christina Clark.

COVID-19 UPDATE: Michigan reports 581,403 cases, 15,362 deaths
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — As of Monday, Berrien County reported 10,541 COVID-19 cases and 218 deaths, according to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. ... Read more
3 days ago by Staff Report.
Dowagiac Area FCU provides remote financial literacy learning resources to local schools
DOWAGIAC — Dowagiac Area FCU stepped up to make partial or full remote learning in the wake of COVID-19 easier. Thanks to their sponsorship, more ... Read more
3 days ago by Submitted.

Newly-minted DUS board trustee Brent Brewer ready to serve district
DOWAGIAC — Dowagiac Union Schools’ Feb. 15 Board of Education meeting was the first of many for newly-appointed trustee Brent Brewer. After years of attending ... Read more
3 days ago by Max Harden.

Elkhart man killed in snowmobile crash near Dowagiac
SILVER CREEK TOWNSHIP — An Elkhart man was killed in a snowmobile accident near Dowagiac Saturday evening, according to the Cass County Sheriff’s Department. The department ... Read more
4 days ago by Staff Report.

Young Professionals of Greater Dowagiac launch campaign to boost local business
DOWAGIAC — The Young Professionals of Greater Dowagiac is doing its part to support local businesses. The organization unveiled its #BacktheJack social media campaign, a ... Read more
6 days ago by Max Harden.

Cass County Cancer Service seeks volunteers
CASS COUNTY — A local nonprofit organization is seeking volunteers to continue providing essential services to Cass County residents for years to come. Cass County ... Read more
6 days ago by Sarah Culton.

Cass County commissioners receive COVID-19 vaccine update
CASSOPOLIS — Vaccine demand is exceeding supply — that was the message conveyed to the Cass County Board of Commissioners by the Van Buren/Cass District ... Read more
6 days ago by Submitted.

City of Dowagiac’s new video tour aims to promote community, attract business
DOWAGIAC — The city of Dowagiac is doing its part to show community members and beyond everything it has to offer. Last week, the city ... Read more
6 days ago by Max Harden.

COVID-19 UPDATE: Michigan reports 578,091 cases, 15,273 deaths
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — As of Thursday, Berrien County reported 10,481 COVID-19 cases and 216 deaths, according to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. ... Read more
7 days ago by Staff Report.

Capacity limits quietly extended for restaurants across Michigan
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN – On Feb. 4, the update to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services order allowed contact sports to resume with COVID-19 ... Read more
7 days ago by Christina Clark.

Dowagiac Police Log: Feb. 8-17
Monday, Feb. 8 7 a.m. — 100 block of Chestnut, trespassing 9 a.m. — 500 block of Walnut, parking violations 9:09 a.m. — 400 block ... Read more
7 days ago by Submitted.

Cass County 4-H offering program exploring careers in agriculture
CASSOPOLIS — Cass County residents who have ever wondered what kind of careers are available in agriculture in the world today besides the traditional “farmer” ... Read more
7 days ago by Submitted.

Historic Lee Mansion estate listed for sale
DOWAGIAC — One of the city’s most famous properties has been listed for sale. The historic Lee Mansion, 405 W. High St., was listed for ... Read more
7 days ago by Max Harden.

COVID-19 UPDATE: Michigan reports 577,203 cases, 15,188 deaths
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — As of Wednesday, Berrien County reported 10,470 COVID-19 cases and 216 deaths, according to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. ... Read more
1 week ago by Staff Report.

DUS decision to have distance learning Tuesday ‘based on maximizing instructional time,’ superintendent says
DOWAGIAC — The winter storm that rolled into Michigan Monday night forced school districts across southwest Michigan to decide whether or not to host Tuesday ... Read more