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YMCA’s Mariners Swim Team’s hard work pays off

NILES — Swim coach Maggie Regan said it was an “icing on the cake situation.” As a sweet ...

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Niles resident sentenced to probation, mental health court

NILES — A Niles woman was given the opportunity to stay out of prison and get help for ...

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Sticky Spoons Jam to host canned food drive for area pantry

NILES — From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 16, people can celebrate Valentine’s Day weekend by ...

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Niles Black History Month event meant to remember, inspire, record

NILES — Charlie McAfee said Black History Month and Valentine’s Day make February the month of love. She ...

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Three arrested for meth following warrant

HOWARD TOWNSHIP — Three people were arrested Saturday after a search warrant for methamphetamine was executed, according to ...

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Brandywine trio wins national scholarship

NILES — A few hours of tedious work paid off for three Brandywine High School seniors, who each ...

Education

Niles Elite Cheerleading tumbles into nationals

NILES — Niles Elite Cheerleading prides itself on having a team for everybody from the 15-year-old who has ...

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Convicted murderer’s life without parole sentence reduced to 25 to 60 years

CASSOPOLIS — A former Niles resident sentenced to life without parole for first-degree premeditated murder was given a ...

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Fernwood to commemorate women scientists

NILES — International Day of Women and Girls in Science takes place Feb. 11, but Fernwood Botanical Garden ...

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Cancer support organization latest to benefit from Wings Etc.

NILES — Wings Etc. Grill & Pub’s slogan is “Good Food. Great Times.” Thanks to an event Feb. ...

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Michigan lefts coming to Niles Township

NILES —  After years of planning and public and stakeholder meetings, the Michigan Department of Transportation has completed ...

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Michigan lefts coming to Niles Township

NILES —  After years of planning and public and stakeholder meetings, the Michigan Department of Transportation has completed the ...

Education

Niles schools make use of Michigan State Police grant

NILES — Monday, Niles Community Schools announced it had officially installed a district-wide advanced security system as part ...

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Cassopolis selected for national 4-H billboard

CASSOPOLIS — Much to the surprise of Cass County 4-H Coordinator Hailey Harman, Cassopolis is one of the ...

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Niles-Buchanan YMCA to host free FAFSA Workshop

NILES — The Niles-Buchanan YMCA hopes to help make college more affordable by sharing tips and information about ...

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Brandywine, other districts show interest in new start time

NILES — With a light murmur of approval Monday evening, Brandywine Community Schools’ board members officially noted their ...

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Niles City Council approves construction board, property negotiation

NILES — Two decisions made by Niles City Council during its Monday evening meeting could help future development ...

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Man who led Niles police on high-speed chase sent to prison

NILES — A Grand Rapids man who led police on vehicle and on-foot chases after stealing lottery tickets ...

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‘Coffee with a Lawyer’ debuts at Niles District Library

NILES — A free walk-in event series at the Niles District Library meant to help patrons with legal ...

Education

Howard-Ellis Elementary literacy event deemed a success

NILES — On Thursday, Jan. 23, students, parents and guardians of Howard-Ellis Elementary School learned tips to work ...

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Cass County 4-H Clubs build Buddy Benches

CASSOPOLIS — On a not-so-cold Saturday in early January, 17 4-H youth members and 16 adults met in ...

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FCC chairman visits MEC fiber project

CASSOPOLIS — Midwest Energy and Communications is one of only four electric cooperatives in the country with more ...

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Lighthouse Chorus to offer singing valentines

NILES — Those looking to surprise their valentines with a musical gift will have a chance next month.  ...

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Niles native’s new book recounts domestic violence prevention in the desert

NILES — Bring up weather in a crowded room, and everyone will talk about it, said Missy Burns, ...

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Cassopolis resident sentenced on multiple charges

CASSOPOLIS — A Cassopolis man already serving a three-year prison term for being in possession of a stolen ...

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