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Opinion
A tribute to Frank McKaye
Cass County lost its most passionate conservationist the day before Feb. 14, so here’s a Valentine for Franklin Eugene McKaye, 87. Read more
Jessica Sieff: Lifting the ban on women in combat – it’s about time
When the Pentagon announced it would lift its age-old ban on military women in combat last month, certain branches of the military took a stern ... Read more
John Proos: Hunter’s Rendezvous supports outdoor education and safety
Hunting has been a favorite tradition and pastime of many Southwest Michigan families. Read more
William Crandell: State can’t afford more taxes, bad roads or not
Eliminate the corporate tax breaks and we could have the best roads in the nation. Read more
Michael Bennett: Cops, bank, bomb threat and Facebook
A bomb scare and robbery at Chemical Bank created a great deal of excitement at our office just next door. Read more
Letters to the Editor
Letter to the editor: Ballard staff thanks PTO
The staff at Ballard Elementary School would like to take this opportunity to thank our PTO. Read more
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