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Opinion
American Heritage: Jefferson, Madison have the answers
“All tyranny needs, to gain a foothold, is for people of good conscience to remain silent." Read more
American Heritage: How we became the United States of America
Too many people do not know much about the history surrounding the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the people who signed it. Read more
Jack Strayer: Staying on the job by staying off the ballot
When state Rep. Sharon Tyler was first elected to the Michigan House of Representatives in 2008, I was the happiest guy in town because I ... Read more
Supt. John Jarpe: Schools teach more than academics
Every single day you hear or read about the concerns with our public school students being prepared for college or careers. Read more
Same house for 66 years
Recently my wife and I were talking (yes, she still is my child bride wife). I said, you know what? Since I’ve lived in my ... 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