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Opinion
Cardinal Charlie: Memories of educator John Ames
When I read in the paper of John Ames’ death, it brought back my memory of how I first met him. Read more
Editorial: Safety first for holiday
It isn’t a secret that what southwest Michigan is lacking in rain, it is making up for with dry heat. Read more
Michael Bennett: Crown jewel tarnished without transparency
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
Sen. John Proos: Keeping our children safe by cracking down on deadly synthetic drugs
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
Jack Strayer: How a teacher changed history for a grateful student
Ever since William Mitchell wrote about “My Hometown” on the op-ed page of the Niles Daily Star two months ago, I have been anxious to ... 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