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.
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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. ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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, ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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, ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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.
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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.
