Opinion
Hess: French march toward Washington
Washington finally received an answer from Half King, to his letter. It was not good news. Read more
Bennett: First-hand look at Hurricane Sandy’s aftermath
Five days after the storm hit, I was in New Jersey visiting my family. Read more
Volunteer Southwest Michigan: Greeters needed at Martin’s
By Volunteer Southwest Michigan Each Christmas season, people who are elderly and adults with disabilities are genuinely remembered by our community. For one weekend each ... Read more
LaBre on Law: To avoid probate — or not to avoid probate
She had lost her husband five years ago. Now, she was ready to talk about her own estate. Read more
Trooper Rob: How to recognize, avoid phishing
Phishing is a term referring to the use of the telephone, email or other mechanisms to steal your personal information. 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
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