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Opinion
Michael Bennett: Productive and delicious visit to Cassopolis
Whether it is the RoboRangers or Cass Can, Leader Publications is always willing to get behind those that are about building a better community. Read more
John Jarpe: The Common Core debate
Right now, the Common Core Standards are a hot topic in schools all over the country. Read more
William Crandell: Right to Work makes Michigan a low-wage state
Last week, Right to Work went into affect here in Michigan with the expected protests and vows from Democrats and organized labor to continue the ... Read more | 1 comment
Cardinal Charlie: Remember downtown drinking fountains?
A lot of younger Dowagiac residents who have been reading my columns won’t know about a lot in this article, but may find it interesting ... Read more
Casino elevates Dowagiac’s profile
Dowagiac Community Editor John Eby went to South Bend for Easter and all his brother-in-law wanted to talk about was the new casino opening. 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