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Dowagiac

Silver Creek Township looks to road improvements, pays bills

SILVER CREEK — Like other municipalities in the area, Silver Creek Township hosted its first regular township board meeting via teleconference this week. Wednesday evening, ... Read more

by Hannah Holliday, Friday, April 10, 2020 9:01 am

Dowagiac

Dowagiac seniors react to possibly missing milestones during COVID-19 pandemic

DOWAGIAC — As seniors took their possible last steps through high school on March 13, many were unaware they would not be returning to face-to-face ... Read more

by Hannah Holliday, Thursday, April 9, 2020 8:56 am

Business

5 Mile Drive-In remains hopeful for start of season

DOWAGIAC — With the COVID-19 pandemic, it is unknown when Michiganders will be able to sit in front of the big screen again. However, Glenda ... Read more

by Hannah Holliday, Thursday, April 9, 2020 8:54 am

Dowagiac

Dowagiac public safety departments help residents ring in birthdays

DOWAGIAC — On Sunday, Tearsa Smith’s grandchildren, Aleczander and Lavender, stood in the driveway and watched as a fire engine drove by, followed closely behind ... Read more

by Hannah Holliday, Wednesday, April 8, 2020 8:29 am

Business

Lifestyle Nutrition supports essential workers with Pay It Forward project

DOWAGIAC — During the COVID-19 pandemic, one Dowagiac business is looking to give back to essential workers. Last week, Lifestyle Nutrition, 56042 M-51 S., Dowagiac ... Read more

by Hannah Holliday, Tuesday, April 7, 2020 8:49 am

Cassopolis

Dowagiac dance studio hosting virtual classes

DOWAGIAC — With the cancellation of sports and other extracurricular activities, Michele Winchester-Greer, the owner of Miss Michele & Co.’s dance studio, has gotten creative ... Read more

by Hannah Holliday, Tuesday, April 7, 2020 8:48 am

Dowagiac

Dowagiac Fine Art Boosters invites community to participate in talent show

DOWAGIAC — Amid social distancing and stay at home orders, one Dowagiac art organization is still looking to showcase community talent. The Dowagiac Fine Arts ... Read more

by Hannah Holliday, Saturday, April 4, 2020 8:14 am

Dowagiac

Caruso’s continues to offer sweets, eats during COVID-19 closures

One local candy and soda shop that survived during the Great Depression is now hopeful it will continue serving the community until well after the ... Read more

by Hannah Holliday, Friday, April 3, 2020 9:27 am

Southwest Michigan College

SMC student named Miss Agriculture 2020 — Rhode Island

Agriculture for Andrea “Andie” Lee began as soon as she could walk. Read more

by Hannah Holliday, Friday, April 3, 2020 9:20 am

Berrien County

Local animal control services urge owners to have plans

SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN —  As COVID-19 cases continue to rise in Michigan, local animal control services and shelters remain open to respond to emergencies and to ... Read more

by Hannah Holliday, Thursday, April 2, 2020 9:02 am

Business

Dowagiac restaurants rally to stay open

DOWAGIAC — When Cindy Brosnan, co-owner of Round Oak Revisited and Philo’s Pub, heard restaurants would be allowed to stay open for curbside delivery and ... Read more

by Hannah Holliday, Wednesday, April 1, 2020 8:59 am

Dowagiac

Dowagiac artist moves classes to virtual during COVID-19

DOWAGIAC — Like other aspects of life during COVID-19, art is continuing to evolve, but for one local artist, the transition is seamless. Nestled in ... Read more

by Hannah Holliday, Wednesday, April 1, 2020 8:58 am

Dowagiac

Sororities make donation to Fitch Camp in spite of canceled soup fundraiser

DOWAGIAC — Despite the cancellation of an annual fundraiser, one local sorority was shocked by how supportive the community remained. Last week, Pat Franz, the ... Read more

by Hannah Holliday, Tuesday, March 31, 2020 8:52 am

Dowagiac

Community, school officials react to possibility of students not returning to classrooms

DOWAGIAC — The possibility of students not returning to the classroom for the remainder of the school year due to COVID-19 is still a topic ... Read more

by Hannah Holliday, Tuesday, March 31, 2020 8:49 am

Cass County

Woodlands Behavioral Health Network urging public to seek health services

CASSOPOLIS — One local public health network wants to remind residents it is still open and offering support services 24/7 during the COVID-19 pandemic. Woodlands ... Read more

by Hannah Holliday, Saturday, March 28, 2020 7:16 am

Dowagiac

Little Free Libraries stay open for community

DOWAGIAC — With the “stay-at-home” executive order commencing this week, one local Little Free Library wants everyone to have access to books to read. As ... Read more

by Hannah Holliday, Friday, March 27, 2020 9:07 am

Cass County

DASAS continues 24/7 advocacy, support during COVID-19

THREE RIVERS — Isolation periods during COVID-19 could create a perfect storm for domestic violence. Deborah Hackworth, the interim executive director of Domestic and Sexual ... Read more

by Hannah Holliday, Friday, March 27, 2020 9:07 am

Berrien County

American Red Cross still seeking donations amid coronavirus

DOWAGIAC — James Lanning has worked for the American Red Cross for more than 10 years. During his employment, he has seen a lot of ... Read more

by Hannah Holliday, Thursday, March 26, 2020 8:59 am

Dowagiac

Sister Lakes celebrates small-town solidary

SISTER LAKES — Saturday, when the 6 o’clock whistle goes off, Julie Bovenizer will be on Round Lake with the song “Small Town,” a 1985 ... Read more

by Hannah Holliday, Thursday, March 26, 2020 8:56 am

Dowagiac

Dowagiac Union Schools offering virtual read-aloud series

DOWAGIAC — Just because schools are no longer meeting in person does not mean that students’ literacy improvement is halted. After schools across Michigan were ... Read more

by Hannah Holliday, Wednesday, March 25, 2020 8:49 am

Dowagiac

Dowagiac City Council meeting canceled, bills still paid

DOWAGIAC — Dowagiac’s council chambers on the second floor of city hall lacked the usual discussion of a city council meeting Monday. Due to the ... Read more

by Hannah Holliday, Wednesday, March 25, 2020 8:48 am

Dowagiac

Dowagiac suspends utility disconnections for non-payments

DOWAGIAC — To offer relief for residents who may be impacted by the COVID-19 outbreak, the city of Dowagiac is providing assistance. Last week, city ... Read more

by Hannah Holliday, Tuesday, March 24, 2020 8:42 am

Business

Dowagiac retail owners react to stay-at-home order

DOWAGIAC — When Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer issued a stay-at-home order Monday the Greater Dowagiac Chamber of Commerce felt ahead of the curve. Before Whitmer’s ... Read more

by Hannah Holliday, Monday, March 23, 2020 5:52 pm

Berrien County

Berrien County Health Department confirms first positive cases of COVID-19

BERRIEN COUNTY – Saturday, The Berrien County Health Department identified the first two positive cases of COVID-19 in Berrien County. The positive tests were identified ... Read more

by Hannah Holliday, Saturday, March 21, 2020 2:19 pm

Dowagiac

City of Dowagiac accepting applications for fifth round of Neighborhood Enhancement Grant

DOWAGIAC — Residents living in the northern neighborhood of the city will now have a chance to improve their homes aesthetically. The city of Dowagiac ... Read more

by Hannah Holliday, Saturday, March 21, 2020 8:53 am

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