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Michigan becomes first state to provide food to families affected by school closings caused by COVID-19
LANSING — Michigan has become the first state in the country to gain federal approval of a program ...
Education
SMC registration open for summer, fall classes
DOWAGIAC — Southwestern Michigan College registration opened on March 25 for all students for summer and fall 2020 ...
Breaking News
Michigan sees more than 200 new COVID-19 deaths
LANSING — The state of Michigan reported more than 200 new deaths as a result of COVID-19 Friday. ...
News
Spectrum Health Lakeland reminds citizens that care for assault victims is still available
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — The “Stay Home, Stay Safe” mandate is a preventative measure handed down from Michigan’s Gov. ...
News
While navigating uncharted territory, Rotarians reflect on historic events that have halted weekly meetings
DOWAGIAC — As the Dowagiac Rotary Club continues to celebrate its 100-year anniversary, Rotarians are reacting to the ...
News
Silver Creek Township looks to road improvements, pays bills
SILVER CREEK — Like other municipalities in the area, Silver Creek Township hosted its first regular township board ...
News
Leader Publications changing print cycle, remaining source for regular news updates
In response to the economic challenges presented by the COVID-19 novel coronavirus, as well as the change in ...
News
State looks to increase public awareness of meals program for seniors
LANSING — Michigan recently received additional federal dollars to help provide meals to older adults as the state ...
News
‘Stay Home, Stay Safe’ order extended to April 30
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — To slow the spread of COVID-19, an order requiring Michiganders to stay home has been ...
Education
Dowagiac seniors react to possibly missing milestones during COVID-19 pandemic
DOWAGIAC — As seniors took their possible last steps through high school on March 13, many were unaware ...
News
5 Mile Drive-In remains hopeful for start of season
DOWAGIAC — With the COVID-19 pandemic, it is unknown when Michiganders will be able to sit in front ...
Education
Michigan Gateway Community Foundation on track to make awards
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — School buildings may be closed, but seniors are still making plans for their next steps ...
News
Michigan Small Business Relief Grants approved
KALAMAZOO — Southwest Michigan First, the regional economic development catalyst based in Kalamazoo, announced this week 144 small ...
News
Dowagiac public safety departments help residents ring in birthdays
DOWAGIAC — On Sunday, Tearsa Smith’s grandchildren, Aleczander and Lavender, stood in the driveway and watched as a ...
News
Cass County Commissioners vote to move non-essential employees off payroll due to COVID-19
CASSOPOLIS — Cass County is preparing to deal with fallout resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. Monday, over a ...
News
Annual 5K event will be virtual due to COVID-19
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — An annual event to support survivors of sexual violence is changing formats to adhere to ...
News
Lifestyle Nutrition supports essential workers with Pay It Forward project
DOWAGIAC — During the COVID-19 pandemic, one Dowagiac business is looking to give back to essential workers. Last ...
Education
SMC students accepted into American Sociological Association honors program
DOWAGIAC — Two Southwestern Michigan College students, Rebecca Franklin and Abbey Churney, have been accepted for this summer’s ...
Breaking News
Second COVID-19 death reported in Berrien County
BERRIEN COUNTY — A second COVID-19 related death has been reported by the Berrien County Health Department. As ...
Education
Dowagiac Fine Art Boosters invites community to participate in talent show
DOWAGIAC — Amid social distancing and stay at home orders, one Dowagiac art organization is still looking to ...
News
Lewis Cass ISD pulls together for distant learning
CASS COUNTY — As school systems were informed Thursday that classes would not be reuniting for the remainder ...
News
Dr. T.K. Lawless Park now a Michigan Dark-Sky Preserve
VANDALIA — Cass County Parks’ Dark-Sky campaign can add another win to its count. Recently, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer ...
News
Cass County Commissioners reschedule meeting
CASSOPOLIS — A teleconference meeting of the Cass County Board of Commissioner was over as soon as it ...
News
Area resident sentenced on drugs, weapons charges
CASSOPOLIS — An Edwardsburg man is going to spend more time in jail after being sentenced on drug ...
DEVELOPING NEWS
Southwest Michigan COVID-19 cases increase
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — COVID-19 case numbers are continuing to rise in southwest Michigan. As of 3 p.m. Friday, ...
