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Opinion
Jack Strayer: When government gets it right we all win
We complain about The Government and this is perhaps a benefit of democracy. The Government cannot please all of the people all of the ... Read more
Stephanie Salisbury: New Year about accepting life as it comes
January is the time of year when people begin to set their goals, make drastic lifestyle changes that may or may not endure the next ... Read more
Some jobs cooler than others at ice fest
Volunteers of Leaderland came out to help produce a wildly successful Hunter Ice Festival in downtown Niles this past weekend. Wearing my Rotary hat, I ... Read more
Cass board improves efficiency
Cass County Apportionment Commission did taxpayers a favor when it convened last April in the Kincheloe room of the 1899 courthouse in Cassopolis. The panel ... Read more
Burying barrels for winter vegetables
Here some more Cardinal Charlie memories. We used to dig big holes in the ground in the back yard to bury old barrels in which ... Read more
Letters to the Editor
Voters will have the last laugh
To the editor: I wonder what about a democracy being based upon “the will of the people” that state Sen. Tom Casperson and our illustrious ... Read more
Salvation Army needs volunteers
To the editor: One December morning, I — like many volunteers across the U.S. — spent part of my day bell-ringing for The Salvation Army. ... Read more
Letter to the editor: Hospice services provide peace, comfort
To the editor: Gov. Rick Snyder has recognized the importance of hospice and palliative care providers in the well being of Michigan residents through his ... Read more
Alumni band forming for May 20
To the editor: We are proud to announce another Dowagiac Chieftain Alumni Band day as we celebrate the rich and historical tradition of our band ... Read more
South Bend has a revitalization strategy
To the editor: I just recently visited South Bend’s Ignite Michiana celebration. Wow!What a pleasure to see all the energy being spent by the people ... Read more