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Opinion
Editorial: What’s going on, YMCA?
Something stinks at the Niles-Buchanan YMCA, and it’s not the gym socks. Read more | 20 comments
Staying home with dignity
Just a few generations ago, older adults rarely lived far from other family members, and their adult children and extended family often stayed with them ... Read more
Synthetic drugs banned
Synthetic marijuana products are sold as harmless bath salts or incense, but are actually dangerous drugs that are harming southwest Michigan residents, especially young people. ... Read more
Community crown jewel flawed
The Niles-Buchanan YMCA was touted as one of the jewels of the area when I first looked at the job opportunity at Leader Publications last ... Read more
Three strikes and you’re out
Three times and you’re out! That’s what this week is, the third time to get the Bacon family right. This is becoming a book and ... Read more
Letters to the Editor
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
4-H Leaders’ Association auction raised $2,000
To the editor: The Cass County 4-H Leaders’ Association wishes to thank the numerous donors and supporters for their first annual live auction April 20 ... Read more
Aren’t rape victims part of the public:
To the editor: April was Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Many victim support groups nationwide conducted programs. According to the National Sexual Violence Center (NSVC.org), the ... Read more
Letter to the editor: Please support the letter carriers food drive
Saturday, May 11, marks the 21st anniversary of one of America’s great days of giving — the National Association of Letter Carriers Stamp Out Hunger ... Read more