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Opinion
Rev. Dan Puckett: What about trustig God?
There is a lot going on in our culture about prepping for “doomsday.” Read more
John Jarpe: Reading aloud to kids
It’s March, and in Michigan that means it’s Reading Month. Read more
Editorial: Schools are worth $6
Six dollars. It doesn’t buy a whole lot these days — not even two gallons of gas. Read more
Michael Bennett: Follow Leader Publications for updates
Perhaps you have noticed that your newspaper has taken on a different look in recent months — and it is just the appetizer for the ... Read more
Jack Strayer: Which American Middle Class are we talking about?
We have heard and will continue to hear even more about “America’s Middle Class” during the 2012 campaign cycle. But what exactly is America’s Middle ... Read more | 7 comments
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