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Niles pastor takes vocals to park
NILES — On Friday, those enjoying the final late-summer weather might have heard singing, praying and a little ...
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MDARD reminding schools, businesses to only use EPA-approved disinfectants
LANSING — Cleaning, sanitizing and disinfecting have become part of the fabric of Michigander’s daily lives as part ...
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COVID-19 UPDATE: Michigan sees 117,406 cases, 6,665 deaths
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — COVID-19 case numbers rose of the weekend in the state of Michigan. Berrien County reported ...
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Local organization hosts voter registration, cookout
NILES — A table with hot dog toppings and chips sat welcoming curious visitors to an event in ...
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Michigan Works! announces support for front line workers
BENTON HARBOR — Michigan Works! Berrien, Cass, Van Buren is on a mission to help southwest Michigan frontline ...
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Michigan Teen Safe Driving program enters 10th year
LANSING — Students at every Michigan high school have the opportunity to help make their fellow teens better ...
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Free virtual cancer symposium open to providers, public
ST. JOSEPH – Spectrum Health Lakeland and the Marie Yeager Cancer Center are inviting area providers and the ...
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Niles Community Schools’ remote platform allows students to go at own pace
NILES — Angie Pingel is happy with where the Virtual Viking program is now, but acknowledged a bumpy ...
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Berrien County Health department gets blunt on marijuana education, safety
NILES — The Berrien County Health Department is no stranger to having blunt talks about public health. Through ...
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Two Dowagiac men sentenced Friday in Cass County Court
CASSOPOLIS — Two Dowagiac area men were sentenced to probation in assault related cases Friday in Cass County ...
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Cass County works to expand broadband access
CASSOPOLIS — This week, Cass County took the first step toward expanding broadband internet access to its residents. ...
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Local talent development leader honored by Michigan Works! Association
LANSING — Karla Grady-Walker, of Berrien, Cass, Van Buren Michigan Works!, was awarded a “Shining Star” Award by ...
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Niles police chief looks forward to continuing work with city, two departments
NILES — Niles Police Chief Jim Millin has held his current position since 2011. As Niles Fire Chief ...
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North Pointe Center class partners with church for cemetery cleanup project
DOWAGIAC — A local school class is making sure the Calvary Cemetery stays in top shape for visitors. ...
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COVID-19 UPDATE: Michigan sees 113,863 cases, 6,623 deaths
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — Michigan continues to see increased COVID-19 case numbers. Berrien County reported 1,583 confirmed cases and ...
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Performing Arts Workshops launches memorial fundraising campaign
NILES — An area nonprofit is seeking to honor the memory of an artist, while also creating an ...
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Michigan Works! closes central office, opens three new locations
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — Michigan Works! will be expanding to three locations in Cass County. The central office in ...
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MSP traffic stop data reveals need for deeper study
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — Data released from the Michigan State Police about traffic stops in Berrien and Cass counties ...
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Ballard staff member tests positive for COVID-19
NILES — A staff member at Ballard Elementary in the Niles school district has tested positive for COVID-19. ...
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Lakeland Heart and Vascular earns testing reaccreditation by IAC
ST. JOSEPH — Early detection of life-threatening heart disorders, stroke, and other diseases is possible through use of ...
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COVID-19 UPDATE: Michigan sees 113,863 cases, 6,623 deaths
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — Michigan continues to see increased COVID-19 case numbers. Berrien County reported 1,569 confirmed cases and ...
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PACE of Southwest Michigan celebrates National PACE Month, anniversary
ST. JOSEPH — PACE of Southwest Michigan, located in St. Joseph, is celebrating National PACE Month in September. ...
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City of Niles to begin hydrant flushing on Sept. 21
NILES — The city of Niles will be flushing hydrants during the day, starting Monday, Sept. 21. Flushing ...
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Niles Salvation Army hosting virtual fundraiser
NILES — The COVID-19 pandemic has forced Americans to turn to virtual options for many things — from ...
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New furniture chain ready to serve Michiana
DOWAGIAC — There’s a new furniture store in town. ZSmart Furniture, 56153 M-51 S, Dowagiac, opened its doors ...
