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Niles

Taking a Closer Look: Charitable gaming offers benefits for community organizations

During the rush and excitement of a poker game it can be hard for a player to notice much more than the cards in their ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Friday, July 6, 2018 9:07 am

Niles

Niles woman hosts sign-making workshops in Edwardsburg

Four years ago, Tracey Hossfeld and one of her friends decided that they were not going to buy each other Christmas gifts. Instead, they were ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, July 5, 2018 8:39 am

Edwardsburg

Local author to write mystery based on Edwardsburg’s past

In November, Tom Haikin moved from Virginia to Edwardsburg with his family. When he got there, he expected to find a small, lake and farm ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, July 5, 2018 8:34 am

cassopolis

Sheriff’s department uses social media in attempt to catch local robber

At 4:02 a.m. on Thursday, June 28, an alarm went off at Dussel’s Farm Market and Greenhouse. Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, July 5, 2018 8:33 am

Cassopolis

New principals at Cassopolis Public Schools

CASSOPOLIS — Ross Beatty Jr./Sr. High School and Sam Adams Elementary will have new leaders at the helm when the school year starts, after a ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, June 28, 2018 12:51 pm

Edwardsburg

Edwardsburg firefighters participate in nationwide event

Fighting fires is inevitable for most firefighters — that is why the job title literally explains the job. But there’s only so much a firefighter ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, June 28, 2018 9:14 am

Edwardsburg Public Schools

New superintendent officially at the helm of EPS on July 1

At Monday night’s Edwardsburg Board of Education Meeting, Superintendent Elect Jim Knoll took his seat at the center table with the board members for the ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, June 28, 2018 9:12 am

cassopolis

New company adds immediate value to Cassopolis community

On the east side of Broadway Street in Cassopolis, just south of the Pioneer Log Cabin, is a piece of land that recently underwent a ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, June 28, 2018 9:10 am

Edwardsburg

US-12 construction project begins

On Monday, construction began on US-12 just outside of Edwardsburg Public Schools. There are thick and tall orange and white striped cones scattered on the ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, June 28, 2018 9:06 am

cassopolis

Weather continues to hinder local farmers

More rain fell this week in Cassopolis. While there were no catastrophic floods washing away lawn items, it was still a reminder of the harsh ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, June 28, 2018 9:02 am

Education

Edwardsburg student attends national competition in Atlanta

EDWARDSBURG — Last week, Kara Tredway, an outgoing Edwardsburg senior, attended a competition in Atlanta for the some of the most proficient Microsoft Office users ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, June 21, 2018 11:29 am

Cassopolis HS

Green, Smith all-district

NILES — Buchanan and Brandywine combined to place seven players on the Division 3 All-District baseball team. All-district is the first step in the Michigan ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, June 21, 2018 11:15 am

Berrien County

Expert offers precautions to take for fireworks and bonfires this summer

Across the Michigan border, just after 11th street turns into IN-933, is Sky King of South Bend. This fully-loaded firework store sells everything a Fourth ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, June 21, 2018 11:09 am

Cass County

CASA offers heartfelt thanks

CASS COUNTY — On Friday, dozens of volunteers with Cass County Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children gathered at the organization’s 12th annual auction. Only, ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, June 21, 2018 11:02 am

Sports

Gus Macker tournament returning to Elkhart in July

ELKHART, Ind. — Mayor Tim Neese and the Gus Macker planning committee announced the return of the Gus Macker 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament July 7-8 in ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Tuesday, June 19, 2018 10:07 am

Sports

Kicks Club registering teams for 7-on-7 outdoor league

ARDEN — Kickers Sports Club is registering teams for its second 7-on-7 outdoor league. Cost is $250 per team for six matches. Registration deadline is ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Tuesday, June 19, 2018 10:06 am

Dowagiac HS

Smith lone Chieftain selected for team

DOWAGIAC — District champion Lakeshore dominated the Division 2 All-District team with six players earning the honor. All-district is the first step in the Michigan ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Tuesday, June 19, 2018 10:05 am

Buchanan HS

Buchanan has four players picked

NILES — District host Buchanan had four players named to the Division 3 All-District team, while Brandywine had a pair of players selected. All-district is ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Tuesday, June 19, 2018 10:01 am

Sports

Coloma edges Millington 7-6 to win Division 3 state crown

EAST LANSING — Coloma scored six runs over the final two innings to rally for a 7-6 victory over Millington to win the Division 3 ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Monday, June 18, 2018 2:27 pm

Sports

Phil Steele names six WMU players preseason all-MAC

KALAMAZOO — The Western Michigan football team had six players named preseason All-Mid-American Conference in the 2018 Phil Steele College Football Preview magazine. Senior center ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Monday, June 18, 2018 2:25 pm

Brandywine HS

Brandywine tennis earns Division 4 Academic All-State

NILES — Led by Brandywine Salutatorian Elizabeth Hartz, the Bobcat tennis team again earned Michigan High School Tennis Coaches Association Division 4 Academic All-State. Brandywine ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Monday, June 18, 2018 2:24 pm

Obituaries

Wayne Crossno, Dowagiac

Wayne Crossno, 60, of Dowagiac, died Wednesday, June 13, 2018. Arrangements have been entrusted to Clark Chapel and Cremation Services. clarkch.com Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Monday, June 18, 2018 10:33 am

Dowagiac Union Education

Dowagiac sports physicals at convenience clinic June 19

Dowagiac Union High School sports physicals will be given June 19 at the Borgess-Lee Convenience Clinic. All students entering grades seventh through 12th must have ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Monday, June 18, 2018 10:32 am

Cass County

Native American Heritage Fund accepting applications for projects

Michigan’s K-12 schools, colleges, universities and local units of government are now eligible for funding through the Native American Heritage Fund to defray the costs ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Monday, June 18, 2018 10:30 am

Berrien County

A look back at Niles’ most famous journalist

Just off of Bond Street in Niles, there is an old mansion that sits on top of the St. Joseph River bluff. A man who ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Monday, June 18, 2018 10:12 am

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