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Berrien County

Charitable Gaming assists local nonprofit organizations in helping the community

In a previous closer look, gambling was reviewed — particularly the possible negative impacts of gambling and how future legislation may impact gambling in southwest ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Friday, July 27, 2018 10:08 am

Cass County

Cass County Fair begins this weekend, activities last through following week

The opening ceremonies at this year’s Cass County Fair begin at 5 p.m. on Sunday, but community members can partake in fair festivities as early ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, July 26, 2018 10:08 am

Edwardsburg

Pleasant Lake draining issues concern residents

Many of the lakes in Cass County are interconnected through culverts and drainage ditches that allow water to flow into one side of the lake ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, July 26, 2018 9:09 am

Cass County

Cass County sees fake ‘no wake’ signs

The water levels at several lakes throughout Cass County are higher than usual due to the inordinate amount of rainfall this year. Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, July 26, 2018 9:06 am

Cass County

COA looks to build community through upcoming events

For years, the Cass County Council on Aging has served the community through its programs, events and its two centers. Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, July 26, 2018 8:57 am

Edwardsburg HS

Bronicki dominates Run Eddie Run

EDWARDSBURG — A drizzling of light rain fell Saturday morning, but that did not stop dozens of local runners from participating in the fourth annual ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Tuesday, July 24, 2018 10:18 am

Anniversaries

The Littles 60th Wedding Anniversary

Beva and Roger Little, of Dowagiac, celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on July 26. They were married July 26, 1958. Their children are Tammy, Debbie, ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Monday, July 23, 2018 9:53 am

Birthdays

Unger 33rd Birthday

Jennifer Unger celebrated her 33rd birthday with her husband and her beautiful quad-lets. Jennifer was born July 9, 1985. Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Monday, July 23, 2018 9:51 am

Birthdays

Mitchell and Whetstone 50th birthday

Julie Mitchell and Jeanie Whetstone celebrated their 50th birthday on July 3. They were both born July 3, 1968. Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Monday, July 23, 2018 9:49 am

Birthdays

Schoetzow 30th Birthday

Brittany Schoetzow celebrated her 30th birthday with family and friends. Brittany was born July 9, 1988. Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Monday, July 23, 2018 9:47 am

Dowagiac

The Mendel Center names Volunteers of the Year

BENTON TOWNSHIP — During its annual volunteer appreciation dinner and reception on Tuesday, July 11, The Mendel Center at Lake Michigan College named Larry and ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Monday, July 23, 2018 9:34 am

Taking a Closer Look

Taking the gamble: Part 2

In a previous closer look, gambling was reviewed — particularly millionaire parties, which are events regulated by the Michigan Gaming and Control Board where a ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Friday, July 20, 2018 8:21 am

cassopolis

Community’s turn to carry vision forward

A plan for the future vision of Cassopolis was solidified on Wednesday, July 11, when a crowd of Cass County residents filed into the Cass ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, July 19, 2018 9:23 am

Edwardsburg

Ambulance serves the community for 50 years

For the last past 50 years, the screeching of an ambulance siren in Edwardsburg could easily be identified. The noise was, of course, coming from ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, July 19, 2018 9:20 am

cassopolis

Cass District Library creates Harry Potter Escape Room

Magical wands, a talking sorting hat, floating candles and broomsticks are all part of the Cass District Library’s most recent attraction. Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, July 19, 2018 9:13 am

Edwardsburg

Second performance of Edwardsburg outdoor summer concert series tomorrow

An assortment of lawn chairs, colorful blankets and music-loving Michiana residents will soon spread out across the grass at the Edwardsburg Sports Complex. Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, July 19, 2018 9:11 am

Edwardsburg

Half of Dispatch Center’s budget comes from annual property taxes

At the Edwardsburg Village board meeting on Monday, the Cass County Sheriff, Rick Behnke, spoke on the upcoming millage for the county’s 911 Dispatch Center ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, July 19, 2018 9:09 am

Dowagiac

Firefighter saves woman from burning vehicle

On Wednesday, a crash occurred on Dewey Street in Wayne Township that left a woman trapped in burning vehicle. Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Friday, July 13, 2018 8:55 am

Edwardsburg

Edwardsburg Public Schools lowers its debt levy

EDWARDSBURG — At a meeting on Monday, The Edwardsburg Public Schools Board of Education voted to lower its debt levy by 0.08 mils for the ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, July 12, 2018 10:51 am

Edwardsburg

Merrill has made significant progress since her accident

EDWARDSBURG — Just over four months ago, Ella Merrill’s family and friends witnessed her miraculous revival from a brain injury after her vehicle slid into ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, July 12, 2018 10:48 am

Cass County

Cass County Underground Railroad event honors area’s past

CASS COUNTY — The history of the Bonine House on M-60 in Vandalia has grown in notoriety over the years. For decades, most people saw ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, July 12, 2018 10:35 am

Cass County

Former Cassopolis resident returns to prepare for upcoming JFK documentary

CASSOPOLIS — Recently, rising television journalist, host and producer Rodney Spencer returned to Cassopolis — a place he once called home. He was there for ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, July 12, 2018 10:30 am

Cass County

One hurt in propane explosion

A propane explosion occurred at the Bair Lake Bible Camp in Jones on Sunday morning. Sheriff Richard Behnke of the Cass County Sheriff’s Office reports ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, July 12, 2018 9:53 am

Cass County

How a famous Cass County journalist’s work is remembered

Webb Miller will forever be remembered by historians for his work in India as the only western journalist to cover the salt marches, which took ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Monday, July 9, 2018 8:55 am

Cass County

Area band Kennedy’s Kitchen to perform at several Cass District Library branches

Contained in every library are thousands upon thousands of stories. Most are found in books, but next week Cass County residents will be able to ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Monday, July 9, 2018 8:52 am

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