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Berrien County

Niles Salvation Army food pantry nearly closes, donations needed

Jan Nowak has never seen the Niles Salvation Army’s food pantry as empty as it was Monday morning. Read more

by Craig Haupert, Friday, August 21, 2015 9:04 am

Brandywine Education

Brandywine band continues growth

When the Brandywine High School marching band takes the field for the first time this year, it will do so with 50 members and a ... Read more

by Craig Haupert, Thursday, August 20, 2015 9:16 am

BCYF

Niles girl, stray dog find winning formula

BERRIEN SPRINGS — A Niles girl’s dog has gone from living on the streets to helping her owner achieve success at the Berrien County Youth ... Read more

by Craig Haupert, Thursday, August 20, 2015 9:14 am

BCYF

Grace Bachman defends sister’s title in goat show

BERRIEN SPRINGS — As sisters, Grace and Sophia Bachman share a lot of things, from their love of animals to the chores on the family ... Read more

by Craig Haupert, Wednesday, August 19, 2015 9:46 am

Education

Niles school bonds sold

In welcome news for taxpayers, Niles Community Schools sold its bonds at an interest rate much better than school officials originally expected to get. School ... Read more

by Craig Haupert, Wednesday, August 19, 2015 9:44 am

Amtrak

Trial date set in Amtrak stabbing

A trial date has been set for a Saginaw man accused of stabbing four people on an Amtrak train while it was stopped in Niles ... Read more

by Craig Haupert, Wednesday, August 19, 2015 9:43 am

Berrien County

George brothers take top honors in sheep, swine shows at county fair

BERRIEN SPRINGS — Niles brothers Trent and Drew George took home nearly every major award in Monday’s sheep show at the Berrien County Youth Fair, ... Read more

by Craig Haupert, Wednesday, August 19, 2015 9:41 am

News

Niles school bond to cost taxpayers less than expected

Niles residents won’t have to pay as much as originally expected after passing a pair of school bond proposals totaling $40 million in May. The ... Read more

by Craig Haupert, Tuesday, August 18, 2015 9:17 am

News

Weather alert day added

Niles area residents can expect to hear an extra weather alert siren this week. Fire Chief Larry Lamb said the City of Niles would test ... Read more

by Craig Haupert, Tuesday, August 18, 2015 9:10 am

Berrien County

Niles’ Woods top goat showman at Berrien County fair

BERRIEN SPRINGS — Brandywine High School alumna Allie Woods was named the top showman of goats at the Berrien County Youth Fair Monday. It was ... Read more

by Craig Haupert, Tuesday, August 18, 2015 9:08 am

Buchanan

Bertrand Township facilities cleared by asbestos survey

There is no present health hazard in Bertrand Township Hall or the township community building, according to a recent assessment of the asbestos situation in ... Read more

by Craig Haupert, Monday, August 17, 2015 9:15 am

Berrien County

MDOT: Beams to be set on Niles bridge Sept. 1

Another big step in building the new Main Street Bridge in Niles is expected to take place at the beginning of next month. Read more

by Craig Haupert, Friday, August 14, 2015 9:39 am

Berrien County

Salvation Army giving away free backpacks, school supplies

On Tuesday, Aug. 25, families living in Niles will have the opportunity to pick up free backpacks and school supplies for their first- through 12th-grade ... Read more

by Craig Haupert, Thursday, August 13, 2015 9:18 am

Berrien County

Niles Education Foundation hosting ‘Legendary Evening’

The Niles Education Foundation's "Legendary Evening" fundraiser is set for Saturday, Aug. 22. Read more

by Craig Haupert, Thursday, August 13, 2015 9:17 am

Berrien County

Volunteer of the Week: Phil Mills, of Niles

Phil Mills, of Niles, is a longtime volunteer for the Salvation Army of Niles, an organization that provides services to the needy in the greater ... Read more

by Craig Haupert, Wednesday, August 12, 2015 10:03 am

Berrien County

Council authorizes Niles sidewalk repairs near high school

Big improvements are on the way for several blocks of sidewalk in the City of Niles. Read more

by Craig Haupert, Wednesday, August 12, 2015 9:53 am

Berrien County

AEP adds to Buchanan Library’s capital campaign

The Buchanan District Library’s fundraising campaign received a big jolt of energy this week. Read more

by Craig Haupert, Wednesday, August 12, 2015 9:51 am

Berrien County

Knoll returns to southwest Michigan, Edwardsburg Schools

After spending the last two years working as an insurance agent in Mesa, Arizona, Jim Knoll has returned to southwest Michigan to become principal of ... Read more

by Craig Haupert, Wednesday, August 12, 2015 9:49 am

Berrien County

Owner of pitbull punished after dog bites child in Niles

The owner of a pitbull that attacked and severely injured a 7-year-old boy in Niles was sentenced to community service and placed on probation for ... Read more

by Craig Haupert, Tuesday, August 11, 2015 9:44 am

Cass County

Hayden top showman fourth time

CASSOPOLIS — The eight finalists dressed in black T-shirts and blue jeans huddled together in a circle in the middle of the show arena. One ... Read more

by Craig Haupert, Monday, August 10, 2015 8:19 am

Cass County

Dowagiac teen, show dog, use talents to spread joy

Although Danielle Lamb is a champion showman at the Cass County Fair, it is what she does away from the arena that should truly be ... Read more

by Craig Haupert, Friday, August 7, 2015 8:30 am

Cass County

Dowagiac well represented in Cass Fair goat show

Sometimes having the right mentor can prove to be just as valuable as having all the individual talent in the world. Read more

by Craig Haupert, Friday, August 7, 2015 8:00 am

News

Niles woman dies in prison

A 25-year-old Niles woman died at a state prison and investigators are trying to figure out how it happened. Kayla Renea Miller was found dead ... Read more

by Craig Haupert, Thursday, August 6, 2015 8:32 am

News

Teen awaits judge’s ruling

Attorney still seeks resentencing for man accused of sex offense Wearing a black polo shirt and light grey pants, Zach Anderson sat hunched forward on ... Read more

by Craig Haupert, Wednesday, August 5, 2015 6:03 pm

Cass County

Volunteer of the Week: Brooke Lamb, Cass County 4-H Fair

Brooke Lamb, of Dowagiac, volunteers at the Cass County Fair, which runs now through Sunday.   In what capacities do you volunteer at the fair? ... Read more

by Craig Haupert, Wednesday, August 5, 2015 8:18 am

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