Letters to the Editor
Re-elect Supervisor Saunders, Commissioner Goodman
On Aug. 7 the voters of Silver Creek Township will elect a supervisor for the township.
Letters to the Editor
Wayne Twp., Dowagiac F.D. thanked for their response
We would like to thank the Wayne Township and Dowagiac fire departments for responding to our garage fire ...
Letters to the Editor
Hoogendyk an exciting voice for exceptionalism
Just looking through the many political fliers we have recently received confirms that an election is coming ...
Letters to the Editor
Keeler Twp. voters beware
Keeler Township voters elected me trustee last November specifically to carry on the tradition of past supervisor Bill ...
Letters to the Editor
Retiring Silver Creek Township clerk says health insurance benefits just a ‘rumor’
To the editor: As I am retiring from my position of clerk of Silver Creek Township, I feel ...
Letters to the Editor
Support candidates looking out for everyone’s interest
To the editor: We are longtime residents of Keeler Township. I am an agricultural equipment repair business owner ...
Editorials
Editorial: Museum move will only help
Living in a region so rich with history, many residents would argue that artifacts and displays of the ...
Columns
Rep. Sharon Tyler: Trust fund grants benefit local communities
It’s a shame it has taken so long, but I am glad to announce that the Natural Resources ...
Columns
Stand up to insurance company greed
When thinking about insurance companies, I’m always reminded of a story that I heard in college.
Columns
American Heritage: Continental Army unprepared for British
On June 17, 1775, another battle began. Maj. General Howe was leading the British troops. Gen. Artemas Ward ...
Letters to the Editor
More info needed on Keystone Pipeline
As a former publisher of a weekly newspaper, I must say that I am disappointed in the media. ...
Columns
Sen. John Proos: New laws to help stop bridge card abuse
Bridge cards are designed to provide assistance for basic needs to those who truly need the aid to ...
Columns
Jack Strayer: This voter complacency has simply got to stop
Choosing an interesting and timely column topic each month can be a real challenge.
Columns
Michael Bennett: Local history is catching on
Hoping to learn more about an ordinance that would make Niles one of 75 cities in Michigan to ...
Editorials
Editorial: Weight lifted after settled contract
Everyone won when Niles Community Schools and the Niles teachers’ union signed off on a new teachers’ contract ...
Opinion
Who’s the best in Michiana?
It is time to have a little fun as we roll out the Leader’s new “Best of Michiana” ...
Opinion
A great awakening
We live in a caring community. For all the calls, emails, cards, prayers and the genuine care and ...
Opinion
1912 was a big year
Edwardsburg became an incorporated village 100 ago in 1912. Villages in Michigan are organized primarily to establish regulatory ...
Opinion
Sen. John Proos: Governor signs reform to fix roads without tax hike
Southwest Michigan families and job providers are already paying enough at the gas pump.
Opinion
Cardinal Charlie: Going to college in Marion, Ind., in 1902
This is a copy of a local letter given to me that I found quite interesting:
Opinion
Editorial: Taking a cue from Cassopolis
In the span of just over a month, the Village of Cassopolis and its school system have turned ...
Opinion
Michael Bennett: Check out new ‘Best of Michiana’ contest
It is time to have a little fun as we roll out the Leader’s new “Best of Michiana” ...
Opinion
Michael Bennett: Who are the best in Michiana?
It is time to have a little fun as we roll out the Leader’s new “Best of Michiana” ...
Opinion
Jessica Sieff: A lesson in learning the hard way
Generally speaking, people always say, “I guess I just have to learn the hard way.”
