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Opinion

Jessica Sieff: Why Egypt matters

It seemed to begin as a collective show of support on behalf of a young generation for political change in just another country removed from ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Wednesday, February 2, 2011 5:38 pm

News

‘Polar Plunge’ fundraiser Feb. 12

The wintry weather experienced by much of the southwest Michigan area lately may send many into the warm confines of their homes – but for ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Wednesday, February 2, 2011 5:36 pm

News

Filing deadline Tuesday

The filing deadline for candidates interested in running for election to their district school board is Tuesday, but according to Berrien County Clerk Louise Stine, ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Tuesday, February 1, 2011 8:42 pm

News

‘Sweet’ fundraiser to benefit Niles Adventist School

The Niles Adventist School has a sweet pairing coming up with the “How Sweet it Is: Chocolate Extravaganza and Silent Auction” Saturday, Feb. 13 from ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Tuesday, February 1, 2011 8:40 pm

News

Benton Harbor man sentenced to prison

As he stood before a judge Monday, Derik Beilman, 33, of Benton Harbor was reminded by a heavy prison sentence that his actions in the ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Monday, January 31, 2011 8:49 pm

News

Recent robberies may be connected

Police are continuing their investigation into any possible connections between three armed robberies that occurred in the city of Niles and Niles Township in the ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Monday, January 31, 2011 8:48 pm

News

Galien man given probation

A Galien man found himself at a crossroads Monday as he received a probationary sentence after being convicted of two counts of attempted breaking-and-entering with ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Monday, January 31, 2011 8:47 pm

News

Story to warm hearts and home

It has been a cruel and unforgiving winter. Though there has been the occasional reprieve, with temperatures crawling up into what could be considered the ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Sunday, January 30, 2011 5:48 pm

News

Fated fitness

Part of the job of a fitness instructor could be described as being a motivator, a constant voice of support and enthusiasm in getting the ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Sunday, January 30, 2011 5:46 pm

Opinion

Jessica Sieff: Conquering the itsy, bitsy spider

In an interview this week, Mark Kelly, the husband of U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords, said his wife feared being shot at one of the public ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Thursday, January 27, 2011 10:52 pm

News

NHS to host robotics competition

Students at Niles High School are preparing for a competition of considerable proportions. The school will host a FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Thursday, January 27, 2011 10:47 pm

Opinion

Jessica Sieff: Leave the work of Twain alone

Before I start this column — a clarification. I don’t believe in any way, shape or form that we were put on this earth to ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Wednesday, January 26, 2011 10:38 pm

News

Hope donates to Pregnancy Center

The Pregnancy Care Center of Niles got a significant gift Sunday when members of Hope Community Church presented executive director Jennifer Smith with a check ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Wednesday, January 26, 2011 12:19 am

News

Niles native who joined Army after graduation retires as major

Standing in the center of the Pentagon in Washington D.C., Niles High School graduate and U.S. Army Major Cheri Atkins examines the idea of transition. ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Wednesday, January 26, 2011 12:17 am

News

3rd party negotiating teachers’ contracts

Though it was a short meeting of the Niles Community Schools Board of Education Monday night, school officials did not escape a reckoning with what ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Monday, January 24, 2011 11:08 pm

News

Benefit dinner planned Sunday in memory of Buchanan woman

For the family and friends of Buchanan’s Janet Racht, the year ended with loss when Racht, 61, died Christmas Day after a long-time illness. Just ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Monday, January 24, 2011 11:07 pm

News

Embracing nutrition at Squeeze

For Susan Sakara, opening up her new business, Squeeze, next door to the Lipstick Jungle Spa felt natural. Which is fitting, as Sakara's vegan and raw ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Sunday, January 23, 2011 6:33 pm

News

Making getting fit easy

Struggling through that New Year’s resolution to get off the couch and get active? With the start of the new year, health institutions like the ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Friday, January 21, 2011 11:25 pm

News

Jimmy John’s opening in Niles

City officials along with the Southwestern Michigan Economic Growth Alliance announced earlier this month a focus on the future of the South 11th Street corridor, ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Thursday, January 20, 2011 8:19 pm

Opinion

Jessica Sieff: An open letter of love to Arizona

I have a very special place in my heart and lots of love for the great state of Arizona. Jan. 8 as I watched the ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Thursday, January 20, 2011 7:14 pm

Opinion

Jessica Sieff: Conquering the itsy, bitsy spider

In an interview this week, Mark Kelly, the husband of U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords, said his wife feared being shot at one of the public ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Thursday, January 20, 2011 12:16 am

News

Warm temps threaten remnants

With the main event officially over, officials with the Hunter Ice Festival are keeping their fingers crossed that winter temperatures will cooperate so citizens and ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Wednesday, January 19, 2011 12:47 am

News

The heart of the Apple Festival

For many who take part in putting together this year’s annual Four Flags Area Apple Festival, there will be a loss felt at its core. ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Wednesday, January 19, 2011 12:46 am

News

Packing boxes, changing lives

Edwardsburg students, parents and teachers once again donated time to helping others with a trip to “Feed the Children” in Elkhart earlier this month. Open ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Friday, January 14, 2011 9:27 am

Opinion

Jessica Sieff: This year, never settle

Currently, I’m in the middle of putting together stories for the next issue of Third Coast Living. Without giving too much away, in the editor’s ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Thursday, January 13, 2011 7:14 pm

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