Opinion
WILSON: An education for big John
Big John Hudson burst through the front door of Sarah’s Diner, tossed his ball cap down on the ...
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A lot to learn from the Pokagon Band
Southwest Michigan is fortunate to have a physical representation of our heritage right outside our doors.
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CULTON: April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month
This month, you are sure to see a trademark teal ribbon in the windows of local businesses, on ...
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LASATA: Shift your focus to the road
You’ve likely seen it on the roads and may have even been guilty of it yourselves — distracted ...
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LETTER: Mueller investigation has uncovered many crimes and other questions
We must question the competence of this president and administration when such a large number of Trump’s campaign ...
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EDITORIAL: Continue encouraging children to read
Throughout the month of March, several articles about reading month activities were published in Leader Publications’ newspapers. From ...
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TYREE: Men’s suits: Are they on the endangered list?
My octogenarian aunt has spoken wistfully of one of her older relatives who had operated a boarding house ...
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PAQUETTE: Let the sunshine in
A critical component of democracy is an open government. Currently, Michigan is one of the few states that still ...
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LETTER: M-51/U.S. 12 overhaul sure to cause problems
How nice of MDOT to hold two public hearings and get feedback that means zero to them and ...
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GUEST COLUMN: Spring is here — and so is Passover
As we head into warmer temperatures and see the return of that big, yellow ball in the sky, ...
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EDITORIAL: Paws up for Baxter
Tuesday, Cass County Courts swore in the newest and furriest employee, Baxter.
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LETTER: Gas tax will give Michigan infamous reputation
After reading Rep. Kim LaSata’s article on the proposed gas hike, I felt a response was in order.
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EDITORIAL: No price too big when it comes to saving lives
Every time we pass an accident on the roadway, our hearts sink.
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NELDON: Spring a time of revival in southwest Michigan
Could it be true? Are those birds chirping outside?
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WILSON: The passing of an interesting man
On March 19, at a little after 8 p.m., my dad left this neck of the woods, destined ...
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LETTER: Thank you, Brown Funeral Home
To all of Niles, I wanted to say I was in need of funeral services for my mom ...
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CULTON: Let’s have some fun with unofficial holidays
Everyone who is named Joe, today is your day — quite literally. Today is National Joe Day. It ...
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LASATA: Michigan’s fishing season begins April 1
This is the time of year when things start happening quickly as Mother Nature awakens from her winter ...
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NOVAK: Return to Mayberry — Friends
Growing up in a small town meant you knew just about everybody.
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EDITORIAL: Supporting audiences of youth performances remains important
Our reporters have the privilege of covering previews of local high school musicals and other varieties of adolescent ...
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PUCKET: How do you handle an enemy?
The well-known British author C. S. Lewis was asked one time, “What sets Christianity apart from all the ...
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TYREE: Are you ready for a cashless society?
Cash is king — but here comes the guillotine.
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PAQUETTE: Capitol update on the budget proposal
Recently the governor announced her budget proposal before a joint meeting with the House and Senate Appropriation committees. ...
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CULTON: You should spay and neuter your pets
Though our spring season starts today, another season is already well underway: puppy and kitten season.
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LASATA: 2019 #SWMISpirit tournament has tipped off
I am proud to continue hosting the southwest Michigan Spirit Tournament, a tradition started by my predecessor, former Sen. ...
