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Niles

Wortham family to host free Thanksgiving meal Nov. 28

On Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 28, Lawana Wortham, her husband, Mark, and their children will get up early to travel, not to a relative’s house, ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Thursday, November 7, 2019 9:18 am

Niles

Thymeless Treasures meant to deliver affordable items

When Niles resident Jennifer would walk into boutiques as a single mother, she would be shocked at their items’ prices. Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Thursday, November 7, 2019 9:13 am

southwest Michigan

Navajo code talker to make three stops in Michiana

Larry Money, judge advocate for American Legion Post 51 in Buchanan, remembers when the local U.S. war veteran organization first brought its featured speakers to ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Thursday, November 7, 2019 9:08 am

News

Niles Township approves township insurance

NILES CHARTER TOWNSHIP — The Niles Charter Township Board of Trustees decided to continue providing protections to the municipality’s property and liability while supporting other ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Wednesday, November 6, 2019 8:34 am

Business

Third Thursday deemed successful by participating businesses

NILES — If Pizza Transit is known for anything in Niles, it is its specialty pizzas — a different variety each month. Hungry customers can ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Wednesday, November 6, 2019 8:33 am

Buchanan

Buchanan Middle School launches Collective Commitments

BUCHANAN — On Tuesday, Oct. 29, Buchanan Middle School released a set of promises meant to ensure its herd of Bucks receives a fair, just, ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Tuesday, November 5, 2019 9:14 am

Berrien County

Man in high-speed chase sentenced for resisting arrest

NILES — Two young men were sentenced Monday morning by Judge Charles LaSata, of Berrien County Circuit Court, 1205 N. Front St. in Niles. LaSata ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Tuesday, November 5, 2019 9:05 am

News

Portion of bi-state trail to have grand openings Saturday

NILES CHARTER TOWNSHIP — The trickle of water can be heard at many places within Brandywine Creek Nature Park. Now, so can the ring of ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Monday, November 4, 2019 8:37 am

News

Mount Calvary Baptist invites community to veteran luncheon

NILES — Mount Calvary Baptist Church Pastor Bryant Bacon served in the U.S. military. He knows firsthand the struggles some former soldiers face and the ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Monday, November 4, 2019 8:35 am

News

Magical Evening of Wizardry coming to history center, library

NILES — On a typical tour day, Chapin Mansion needs no decoration, as its intricate fireplaces, trim and windows add all the flair needed. From ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Friday, November 1, 2019 8:52 am

Buchanan

Cameron’s hosts grand opening, continues tradition

BUCHANAN TOWNSHIP — Sonny’s Lounge may have a new name, décor, visions and ownership, but co-owner Cameron Downey, of Buchanan, said its famous chicken is ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Friday, November 1, 2019 8:51 am

Buchanan

What to know about Niles, Buchanan leaf pickups

BERRIEN COUNTY — As daylight saving ends, Buchanan and Niles’ departments of public works will offer free leaf pickup for residents. City workers will bring ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Thursday, October 31, 2019 8:02 am

Education

Young Americans coming to Niles Community Schools

NILES — When 10th grader Justin Russo was in fourth grade, he signed up to for a workshop with Young Americans National Music Outreach Tour, ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Thursday, October 31, 2019 8:01 am

News

Electrical updates, tree upkeep approved at Niles City Council meeting

NILES — Installations and work meant to update and upkeep the Niles community as a whole were unanimously approved by a full Niles City Council ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Wednesday, October 30, 2019 8:27 am

Business

Tans Down Under celebrates 25th anniversary

NILES — Tans Down Under turned 25 years old this year, and it has been rooted by friends and family since day one, said owner ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Wednesday, October 30, 2019 8:26 am

Education

Students, teacher design Niles school pride, career development

NILES — During an Oct. 21 Niles School Board meeting, Superintendent Dan Applegate said the district talked about being one unified school — or, as ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Wednesday, October 30, 2019 8:16 am

News

The ReLeaf Center becomes Niles’ first medical marijuana business

NILES — After the strains of time, licensure approval, renovation and inspection, The ReLeaf Center, Niles’ first medical marijuana business, opened last Friday, Oct. 25 ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Tuesday, October 29, 2019 8:33 am

News

LaSata sentences meth, heroin dealers Monday

NILES — Judge Charles LaSata, Berrien County Circuit Court, sentenced two individuals involved in drug dealings Monday morning at the Niles Courthouse, 1205 N. Front ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Tuesday, October 29, 2019 8:32 am

Education

Adult education program offers flexibility, space in transitional year

NILES — Carmen Boatwright, of Niles, and Cherri Lawson-Holt, of New Troy, spent last Thursday afternoon in the basement of the Niles District Library, each ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Tuesday, October 29, 2019 8:31 am

Local Government

Electrical updates, tree upkeep approved at council meeting

NILES — Installations and work meant to update and upkeep the Niles community as a whole were unanimously approved by a full Niles City Council Monday ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Monday, October 28, 2019 9:34 pm

News

PHOTO STORY: Despite rain, costumed kids come out for Saturday Halloween events

NILES — The rain was relentless from early afternoon onward Saturday, Oct. 26, but so, too, was the flow of candy and activities in Niles. ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Monday, October 28, 2019 9:04 am

News

Marijuana business approval reveals reasons why industrial space is preferred

NILES — Niles’ medical marijuana business is picking up momentum. On Wednesday, growing and processing venture HLM had its request for a special land use ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Friday, October 25, 2019 9:00 am

Berrien County

LMC partners with incoming trucking company for new program

BERTRAND TOWNSHIP — Lake Michigan College’s Niles campus is preparing for a new educational program, and its key partner in it will soon be its ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Friday, October 25, 2019 8:58 am

Business

State of the Economy touches on workforce needs, regional connections

NILES — The need for a workforce boasting hard and soft skills was a key topic at the State of the Economy Breakfast Wednesday morning, ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Thursday, October 24, 2019 9:06 am

Education

Vaping session informs adults on industry, impact

NILES — Educating adults on vaping among youth was the theme at Tuesday evening’s informational session at Niles High School’s New Tech Commons, 1441 Eagle ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Thursday, October 24, 2019 9:04 am

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