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Opinion
Hunters can help protect crops
Agriculture is Michigan’s second largest industry, yet each year hundreds of thousands of dollars’ worth of crops are lost due to nuisance deer. The problem ... Read more
Let’s set the record straight
When writing for this column, I often consult local history experts — people who have lived here longer than I have or who know much ... Read more
COA aims to make life easier
Let’s face it — we’re all getting older. It’s one of those pesky facts of life that we can’t get away from, but there are ... Read more
Festival season underway
Festival season is upon us in a big way. Last week, I met with Craig Crocker and the board of the Four Flags Area Apple ... Read more
Bacon lineage dates to pioneer times
In the 1930s and ‘40s, Edwardsburg High School graduated three sisters known as the Bacon girls: Eleanor, Virginia and Thelma. They grew up on a ... 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