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Michael Bennett: Fry or freeze at Michigan’s ‘Jersey shore’
Part of the pleasure of my life’s traveling adventures is exploring a new place to live along with all of the new “firsts.” Read more
Editorial: Southwest Michigan hits jackpot with casino
The new Four Winds Dowagiac casino expected to be in operation by 2013 on M-51 South will be a boon for the small community — ... Read more
Erika Pickles: Excuse me, please read this. Thank you!
As I approached the door of a local store recently, I noticed an older lady not too far away from me walking the same direction. ... Read more | 5 comments
American Heritage: Another fuse lit in situation in colonies
“Moses lifting up his wand, and dividing the Red Sea, and Pharaoh in his chariot overwhelmed with the waters." Read more
Part I: A tribute to my hometown
In the 1950s, as a young boy on my dad’s farm in Sister Lakes, I didn’t know much about Niles except that it was a ... Read more
Letters to the Editor
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
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