Caleb Steensma, Author at Leader Publications

College football

Cincinnati snaps Notre Dame’s 26 game home win streak with 24-13 win

Fighting Irish Coach Brian Kelly and team were not able to get the win over his former school at Notre Dame Stadium Saturday. Read more

by Caleb Steensma, Sunday, October 3, 2021 8:39 am

Cassopolis

ONE YEAR LATER: Cassopolis brothers happy to be alive following electrocution

CASSOPOLIS – When Austin Francis thinks back to last summer, he finds it hard to believe he is still alive. “It’s a miracle,” he said. ... Read more

by Caleb Steensma, Wednesday, August 25, 2021 3:34 pm

Berrien County

PHOTO STORY: 4-H youth enjoying the return of Berrien County’s fair week

BERRIEN SPRINGS – The Berrien County Youth Fair is making up for last year’s cancelation with different 4-H events. On Wednesday, 4-H youth could be ... Read more

by Caleb Steensma, Thursday, August 19, 2021 10:38 am

Berrien County

Berrien County youth compete in dog show contests

BERRIEN SPRINGS – Barks and cheers were at full force as youth and parents prepared their dogs for the dog show contest. On Wednesday, Youth ... Read more

by Caleb Steensma, Thursday, August 19, 2021 8:35 am

Brandywine Education

Brandywine entering negotiations with Berrien County Sheriff’s Office for school resource officer

NILES – Brandywine School District is taking the next steps in hiring a resource officer for their K-12 schools. On Monday, the Brandywine School Board ... Read more

by Caleb Steensma, Tuesday, August 10, 2021 3:09 pm

Cass County

Cass County Fair hosts Law Enforcement Day

CASSOPOLIS – Local law enforcement agencies looked to grow their relationship with the people of Cass County at this year’s fair. On Wednesday, four local ... Read more

by Caleb Steensma, Thursday, August 5, 2021 8:58 am

Cass County

Cassopolis teen wins sheep showman overall, grand overall market

CASSOPOLIS – After last year’s cancelation, the Cass County Fair is back in full swing with 4-H animal shows. On Monday, Jena Bradley, of Cassopolis, ... Read more

by Caleb Steensma, Monday, August 2, 2021 3:51 pm

Berrien County

Berrien, Cass counties hosting backpack, school supply drives

SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN – Students in need will have the opportunity to receive school supplies for the upcoming school year, as area organizations are hosting giveaway ... Read more

by Caleb Steensma, Wednesday, July 28, 2021 9:45 am

Cass County

Cass County to host hazardous waste, tire collection

CASSOPOLIS – Residents of Cass County will have the opportunity to get rid of unwanted household wastes and chemicals next month. Cass County is hosting ... Read more

by Caleb Steensma, Wednesday, July 28, 2021 9:42 am

Edwardsburg

Edwardsburg mural takes shape

EDWARDSBURG – The corner of M-62 and Elkhart Road is starting to look different as the All Aboard Mural gets started. Artist Chris Stackowicz has ... Read more

by Caleb Steensma, Wednesday, July 21, 2021 1:18 pm

Edwardsburg

Edwardsburg Village Council considering iron filtration plant

EDWARDSBURG — Water improvements could be coming to Edwardsburg in the coming years. On Monday, the Edwardsburg Village Council announced that it has begun collecting ... Read more

by Caleb Steensma, Tuesday, July 20, 2021 2:00 pm

Business

Diamond Lake Orchard expanding into wine

CASSOPOLIS – After 20 years in business, the Diamond Lake Orchard is expanding its product line with wine this August. The 10-acre orchard produces apples, ... Read more

by Caleb Steensma, Monday, July 12, 2021 10:14 am

Business

Cassopolis woman turns pandemic hobby into bakery business

CASSOPOLIS — When Laura Mallane started baking breads to help people during the COVID-19 shutdown, she never thought her hobby would rise into a full-fledged ... Read more

by Caleb Steensma, Wednesday, July 7, 2021 2:56 pm

Cass County

Area shelters ask residents to take steps to protect pets during Fourth of July weekend

SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN – As loud bangs and cheers are heard around the area this weekend, area animal shelter workers are urging people to not forget ... Read more

by Caleb Steensma, Wednesday, June 30, 2021 3:17 pm

Business

Mobile Cocktail Car opens for business in Cassopolis

CASSOPOLIS – A new business is in town — but it does not have a brick and mortar location. Instead, four wheels, a green roof ... Read more

by Caleb Steensma, Wednesday, June 30, 2021 9:47 am

Dowagiac

Dowagiac City Council approves resolutions for brownfield development

DOWAGIAC – The city council of Dowagiac is moving forward with its vision for brownfield redevelopment properties. Monday, the council approved two resolutions to accept ... Read more

by Caleb Steensma, Tuesday, June 29, 2021 2:37 pm

Cassopolis

Former Cassopolis village trustee dies at age 85

CASSOPOLIS – Those who knew Geraldine Norwood Sims say she was “a spirited fighter and a voice of the people.” Sims, a former Cassopolis Village ... Read more

by Caleb Steensma, Wednesday, June 23, 2021 11:52 am

triathlon

Diamond Lake Triathlon set to return July 17

Diamond Lake will soon be host to athletes and their families as its annual triathlon returns to the lake next month. Read more

by Caleb Steensma, Tuesday, June 22, 2021 1:38 pm

Dowagiac

Dowagiac Fire Department to host corn and sausage roast fundraiser

DOWAGIAC – The smells of sausage and corn will fill the air next month just in time for a time-honored tradition in Dowagiac. Early next ... Read more

by Caleb Steensma, Thursday, June 17, 2021 1:26 pm

Cassopolis

Cassopolis to host second annual Juneteenth event

CASSOPOLIS – The Juneteenth celebration in Cassopolis is more than just a community gathering —  it is an educational event. The event will start at ... Read more

by Caleb Steensma, Thursday, June 10, 2021 8:49 am

Professional motocross

RedBud MX set to welcome back fans and full race season

As America starts final laps fighting against the COVID-19 pandemic, RedBud MX is ready to ride out of the mud and have familiar faces and ... Read more

by Caleb Steensma, Wednesday, June 9, 2021 2:50 pm

News

Juneteenth festival to be hosted in Niles

NILES – An event coming to Niles next week is aiming to promote education and community betterment. A Juneteenth festival will take place from 10 ... Read more

by Caleb Steensma, Wednesday, June 9, 2021 10:18 am

Brandywine Education

Brandywine Middle/High School to get new entrance

NILES – The drive into Brandywine Middle/High School will look different come later this summer. On Monday, the Brandywine Board of Education hosted a special ... Read more

by Caleb Steensma, Tuesday, June 8, 2021 11:16 am

Cassopolis

Cassopolis Public Schools Foundation to host raffle fundraiser

CASSOPOLIS – The Cassopolis Public Schools Foundation is continuing its promise of supporting the students of Cassopolis. The organization will host its annual fundraiser as ... Read more

by Caleb Steensma, Tuesday, June 8, 2021 9:00 am

high school soccer

UPDATED: Dowagiac girls’ soccer advances to district title game

As the first kick was made, Dowagiac showed its game plan was to attack and pressure host Buchanan. Read more

by Caleb Steensma, Wednesday, June 2, 2021 3:31 pm

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