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Edwardsburg Public Schools

201 students graduate from Edwardsburg High School

On Sunday, it was still 30 minutes before the Edwardsburg High School commencement ceremony and the parking lot was already filled with vehicles. Almost no ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, June 14, 2018 9:38 am

Edwardsburg

US-12 construction should yield improvements

Residents of Edwardsburg know that every drive down US-12 is an adventure: There are cracks in the pavement to look out for and an impossible ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, June 14, 2018 9:29 am

cassopolis

Pioneer Days return to Cassopolis June 30

At the end of the month, the Village of Cassopolis expects its Main Street, an often underutilized portion of town, to be packed with people ... Read more

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

cassopolis

Loan for new location for Woodlands Behavioral Network could be approved

A special public hearing at Woodlands Behavioral Network took place on Monday to gather input from individuals served, advocates, providers and community members regarding its ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, June 14, 2018 8:43 am

Edwardsburg

Edwardsburg business offers exercise class to benefit child in need of procedure

Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital in Chicago is world-renowned for helping children by utilizing unique or special procedures. In January 2017, it became ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Wednesday, June 13, 2018 9:28 am

Cass County

Cass County impacted by flooding, multiple water rescues.

CASS COUNTY — On Saturday, pockets of heavy rainfall throughout the morning and early afternoon caused dirt-colored streams to engulf Oil City Road in Cassopolis ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Monday, June 11, 2018 3:33 pm

Cass County

Businesses excited for seasonal population influx

Every summer, southwest Michigan undergoes a transformation: the weather warms, patios open and the sun appears almost every day. Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Monday, June 11, 2018 10:28 am

Cass County

Cass County CASA to host auction to assist minors in foster care

The life of a foster child can be difficult. For one reason or another, they have been displaced from their families and must bare their ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, June 7, 2018 9:32 am

Cassopolis Public Schools

53 high school students walk across the stage at Ross Beatty

On Sunday afternoon, a crowd of parents, friends and community members packed the gymnasium at Ross Beatty Jr.-Sr. High School to watch the commencement ceremony ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, June 7, 2018 9:25 am

cassopolis

Niles smoothie shop expands to Cassopolis

Anyone who steps inside of MI Nutrition in Niles will immediately notice the vibrant and colorful walls. Look to the left, and there is bright ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, June 7, 2018 9:15 am

Edwardsburg Public Schools

Musical camp trains students to sing, dance

There are many characteristics that help a child become better at singing and dancing. They can learn to read music, listen and watch film of ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, June 7, 2018 9:08 am

Cass County

Program shows students the positives of law enforcement

Not that long ago, many children throughout the United States saw police officers as valiant heroes charged with protecting their community from sticky-fingered burglars, spray ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, June 7, 2018 9:06 am

Uncategorized

Graduates reflect, look toward the future

EDWARDSBURG — In just a little more than a week, seniors will turn their tassels at Edwardsburg High School. 11 students stood out among the ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, May 31, 2018 4:03 pm

Cassopolis

Academic bond

CASSOPOLIS — Seniors Amy Adams and Amelia Ayers both remember studying together as early as fifth grade. They practiced math flashcards together and quizzed each ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, May 31, 2018 12:43 pm

Cassopolis

Contracts not renewed

CASSOPOLIS — At 6:30 p.m on Tuesday, Cassopolis Public Schools hosted a Board of Education special meeting, where members voted on the non-renewal of contracts ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, May 31, 2018 11:54 am

Edwardsburg

Edwardsburg Little League looks to upgrade facility

Just behind Edwardsburg High School is the local little league facility, which was established in 1974 and has not changed much since. Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, May 24, 2018 8:53 am

Cassopolis Public Schools

Q&A with the top 10 students from Ross Beatty High Jr.-Sr. High School

In just a little more than a week, 56 students will turn their tassels at Ross Beatty Jr.-Sr. High School. Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, May 24, 2018 8:51 am

Cassopolis Public Schools

Cassopolis Public Schools shows a commitment to the arts

Soon, the singing voices of children, banging of drums and stomping of small, dancing feet will likely return to Sam Adams Elementary School. Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, May 24, 2018 8:44 am

cassopolis

Cassopolis water tower will showcase school colors

School colors are often the signature of institutional pride. Walk through East Lansing or Ann Arbor and one is sure to see shops and bars ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, May 24, 2018 8:40 am

Edwardsburg

Several Memorial Day events to take place

Memorial Day is a celebration to recognize the members of the United States armed forces who lost their lives while in service. This day often ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, May 24, 2018 8:14 am

Cassopolis Public Schools

Packed board of education meeting sees several public comments

Concerned residents packed the boardroom at Squires Education Center, including police officers, parents and students, at the Cassopolis Board of Education meeting on Monday, May ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, May 17, 2018 8:40 am

Edwardsburg Public Schools

Edwardsburg teacher honored at annual luncheon

Every day, Sean Jesse, 33, wakes up early to get to Edwardsburg High School, where he prepares to teach geometry and algebra throughout the school ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, May 17, 2018 8:21 am

education

Closer Look: A breakdown of how Schools of Choice impacts local school districts

When it came time to decide where to send her son to high school five years ago, Mary Ellen Hegedus faced a tough choice. Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Monday, May 14, 2018 8:31 am

Cassopolis Public Schools

Cassopolis business leaders meet with students to discuss coffee shop

On Tuesday morning, several prominent business owners and leaders gathered at Midwest Energy and Communications to discuss the student-run coffee shop Cassopolis Public Schools hopes ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, May 10, 2018 8:10 am

Cass County

Construction worth the inconvenience?

Summertime in southwest Michigan means a lot of things. It means spending time at the beach and on the lakes; it means long, hot days ... Read more

by Andrew Mentock, Thursday, May 10, 2018 8:06 am

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