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Education

PHOTO STORY: Niles celebrates winter homecoming

NILES — Throughout last week, Niles High School celebrated homecoming week with an animated Disney classics theme. Monday, the theme was “Sleeping Beauty,” and students ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Tuesday, February 4, 2020 9:06 am

News

YMCA’s Mariners Swim Team’s hard work pays off

NILES — Swim coach Maggie Regan said it was an “icing on the cake situation.” As a sweet ending to a successful season, the Niles-Buchanan ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Tuesday, February 4, 2020 8:51 am

News

Niles Black History Month event meant to remember, inspire, record

NILES — Charlie McAfee said Black History Month and Valentine’s Day make February the month of love. She and other Niles community members will share ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Monday, February 3, 2020 8:58 am

Brandywine Education

Brandywine trio wins national scholarship

NILES — A few hours of tedious work paid off for three Brandywine High School seniors, who each received $10,000 and support on their upcoming ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Friday, January 31, 2020 8:01 am

Breaking News

Convicted murderer’s life without parole sentence reduced to 25 to 60 years

CASSOPOLIS — A former Niles resident sentenced to life without parole for first-degree premeditated murder was given a 25- to 60-year resentence Thursday. Cass County ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Thursday, January 30, 2020 4:27 pm

Buchanan

BSA Troop 541 prepares community dinner at the start of big year

BUCHANAN — On the eve of Boy Scouts of America’s 110-year anniversary, one of its earliest troops will host a longtime dinner tradition ahead of ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Thursday, January 30, 2020 11:46 am

News

Fernwood to commemorate women scientists

NILES — International Day of Women and Girls in Science takes place Feb. 11, but Fernwood Botanical Garden and Nature Preserve is extending the day ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Thursday, January 30, 2020 11:45 am

News

Cancer support organization latest to benefit from Wings Etc.

NILES — Wings Etc. Grill & Pub’s slogan is “Good Food. Great Times.” Thanks to an event Feb. 4, the restaurant also becomes a good ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Thursday, January 30, 2020 11:43 am

Brandywine Education

Brandywine, other districts show interest in new start time

NILES — With a light murmur of approval Monday evening, Brandywine Community Schools’ board members officially noted their interest in starting the school year a ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Wednesday, January 29, 2020 8:42 am

News

Niles City Council approves construction board, property negotiation

NILES — Two decisions made by Niles City Council during its Monday evening meeting could help future development in city limits. The council unanimously approved ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Wednesday, January 29, 2020 8:38 am

News

Man who led Niles police on high-speed chase sent to prison

NILES — A Grand Rapids man who led police on vehicle and on-foot chases after stealing lottery tickets was sentenced to prison Monday by Berrien ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Tuesday, January 28, 2020 9:04 am

News

‘Coffee with a Lawyer’ debuts at Niles District Library

NILES — A free walk-in event series at the Niles District Library meant to help patrons with legal questions ranging from Social Security to work ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Tuesday, January 28, 2020 9:03 am

Education

Howard-Ellis Elementary literacy event deemed a success

NILES — On Thursday, Jan. 23, students, parents and guardians of Howard-Ellis Elementary School learned tips to work on reading skills outside of the classroom. ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Tuesday, January 28, 2020 9:02 am

Cass County

Cass County resident hit while riding bike

JONES — A Jones, Michigan, resident was treated for injuries sustained in a bicycle accident Jan. 26. Around 6:37 p.m., David Hutchins, 57, was hit ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Monday, January 27, 2020 8:46 am

News

Niles native’s new book recounts domestic violence prevention in the desert

NILES — Bring up weather in a crowded room, and everyone will talk about it, said Missy Burns, of Niles. But have one person bring ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Monday, January 27, 2020 8:46 am

Cassopolis

Leaders prepare Dowagiac River Watershed plan

CASSOPOLIS — Plans to better manage and protect the Dowagiac River Watershed were set in motion Friday afternoon in the board room of the Cass ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Monday, January 27, 2020 8:42 am

News

The ReLeaf Center begins recreational marijuana sales

NILES — More than 50 people of all ages gathered in line Thursday morning outside of The ReLeaf Center, 1840 Terminal Road, Niles, waiting to ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Friday, January 24, 2020 8:54 am

Brandywine Education

Brandywine teacher receives donated school items

NILES — Thursday was like Christmas, said Sue Jordon, a Brandywine Middle School science teacher. “I don’t think I slept last night,” she said. “I ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Friday, January 24, 2020 8:51 am

Brandywine Education

Community supports Brandywine student’s brain surgery recovery

NILES — Brandywine Elementary School students said you do not have to know Izaak Baiz well to see his kindness and humor shine. “He’s really ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Thursday, January 23, 2020 4:08 pm

Buchanan

Red Dog Coffee Roasters cares for Vizsla, athletic communities

BUCHANAN — Red Dog Coffee Roasters is more than a business for owner Erin Anthony. It is a chance to give back to the communities ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Thursday, January 23, 2020 8:54 am

Berrien County

Events to celebrate League of Women Voters’ anniversary

SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — This Valentine’s Day will be filled with love and chalky heart candies with sentimental messages as usual, but it will also be ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Thursday, January 23, 2020 8:49 am

Business

Michiana Sanitation Specialist opens office in downtown Niles

NILES — In February 2019, Niles resident Paul Gettig opened Michiana Sanitation Specialist in his garage with the goal to clean peoples’ homes and businesses. ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Thursday, January 23, 2020 8:47 am

Education

Howard-Ellis Elementary School to host sessions for at-home learning

NILES — On Jan. 23, parents and students of Howard-Ellis Elementary School will trek through “Fluency Flurries,” scale “Comprehension Cliffs” and gaze out from “Phonics ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Wednesday, January 22, 2020 7:08 am

News

Niles Main Street DDA sees successful Hunter Ice Festival turnout, participation

NILES — Lisa Croteau was difficult to spot in the Hunter Ice Festival crowd, but she was in it from dawn to dusk each of ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Wednesday, January 22, 2020 7:06 am

News

Speakers urge activism during church breakfast

NILES — The life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was not only celebrated at Mount Calvary Baptist Church Monday morning. His words, efforts and ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Tuesday, January 21, 2020 9:01 am

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