Berrien County
CLOSER LOOK: New state regulations changing the landscape
Nearly a decade ago, voters in the state of Michigan decided to begin treating marijuana as a medicine, ...
Berrien County
CLOSER LOOK: Multiple sclerosis patient explains why she turned to marijuana for pain relief
As Michigan lawmakers reassess the state’s stance on medical marijuana, Leader Publications takes a closer look at GROWING AN ...
Cass County
Invasive species programs to be hosted with statewide event
The Southwest X Southwest Corner Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area will be educating boaters about preventing the spread ...
Region
Cassopolis Family Clinic earns national recognition for patient-centered care
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The National Committee for Quality Assurance recently announced that Cassopolis Family Clinic of Cassopolis has ...
Berrien County
United Way organizing massive food drive next week
The holidays will be coming a bit early for nearly two dozen area food pantries — and the ...
News
House approves plan to close tax loophole for out-of-state homeowners
The Michigan House unanimously approved legislation last week to prevent out-of-state residents from improperly claiming property tax exemptions ...
News
Proos supports Michigan’s ‘hot jobs’
LANSING — Michigan students could be given important career information and get a leg up on earning a ...
News
Student eye exam legislation co-sponsored by Sen. Proos
LANSING — Sen. John Proos has co-sponsored legislation that would ensure Michigan students who fail a vision screening ...
Region
Two charged in firearm incident at Berrien County Courthouse
Two Washington, Michigan, residents have been charged in relation to a firearm incident at the Berrien County Courthouse. ...
News
Miller hosting town hall meetings to discuss state’s school retirement systems
State Rep. Aaron Miller, of Sturgis, has scheduled three town hall meetings to discuss Michigan’s school employee retirement ...
News
Mendel Center releases 2017-2018 lineup
Southwest Michigan’s largest nonprofit performing arts venue has unveiled its 26th season lineup of national and international touring ...
Region
Proos supports ‘Thin Blue Line’ fundraising plate
LANSING — Michigan residents could purchase a license plate to help support the families of fallen police officers ...
News
Whirlpool’s cardboard boats return to benefit United Way
Whirlpool Corporation will host the second annual “Rock the Boat” cardboard boat races on Thursday, July 20, at ...
News
Miller to seek third term in house, forego senate
LANSING — State Rep. Aaron Miller (R-Sherman Township) announced that he plans to seek re-election in 2018, and ...
News
Miller introduces National Day of Prayer resolution
State Rep. Aaron Miller, R-Sturgis, introduced House Resolution 81 last week to observe May 4, 2017, as National ...
News
Proos answers the call for more talent, job awareness
LANSING — Sen. John Proos has introduced legislation to give Michigan students a leg up on earning a ...
Education
LMC registration now open
Registration for Lake Michigan College’s fall 2017 semester opens Monday. Priority registration for veterans began last Thursday. The ...
News
Proos, LaSata applaud award for lighthouse restoration
LANSING — Sen. John Proos and Rep. Kim LaSata applauded the people behind the St. Joseph North Pier ...
News
Fishing licenses available online
Sen. John Proos is reminding southwest Michigan anglers that they can now purchase fishing licenses for 2017 online ...
News
New Buffalo to host presentation on invasive Japanese Knotweed
An area consortium dedicated to fighting invasive plant species will host an informational meeting about Japanese Knotweed from ...
Education
Wartime letters come to life in ‘Letters Home’
The Griffin Theatre Company will bring its hit touring production of “Letters Home” to The Mendel Center Mainstage ...
Business
Three new members join Lakeland Health Foundations boards
NILES — Lakeland Health Foundations recently welcomed the addition of three new board members, including Mike Birkholm, to ...
Berrien County
Governor signs criminal reform bills
When it comes ending the cycle of crime and incarceration that many of Michigan’s offenders find themselves in, ...
Dowagiac
Two Dowagiac LMC students earn scholarships
Four Lake Michigan College students, including two from Dowagiac, received scholarships at a February Student Leadership Summit in ...
News
Sen. Proos supports ending dependence on foreign oil
LANSING — Sen. John Proos has introduced a resolution calling on the president and the U.S. secretary of ...
