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Buchanan

Buchanan to host Sept. 11 remembrance ceremony

This Tuesday, Sept. 11 marks the 17th year of the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and Pentagon that left nearly 3,000 people dead. ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Friday, September 7, 2018 8:25 am

Niles

Former Niles resident selected to produce legendary soul singer’s funeral

Andrew Curtis Farrow knew he was taking a chance in 2005, when he called Aretha Franklin’s agent to ask if he could book the Queen ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Thursday, September 6, 2018 9:41 am

Niles

Ground Zero Archery shop opens in Niles Township

After years of teaching archery from a mobile business, husband and wife Jennifer and Scott Dawson stumbled upon a bullseye opportunity to transform a former ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Thursday, September 6, 2018 9:29 am

Niles

Summer Concerts in the Park wraps up Thursday with Dixieland band

The final Summer Concerts in the Park series will take place today with a performance by Carol and Kaye's Dixieland Jazz Band. Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Thursday, September 6, 2018 9:25 am

Niles Community Schools

Students across Niles, Brandywine, Buchanan return to class

Just before 8 a.m. Tuesday morning, third grade teacher Heather Loos wore a superhero cape and mask, as she acquainted herself with her new students. Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Wednesday, September 5, 2018 9:00 am

berrien county

Berrien County Sheriff to participate in national discussion on illegal immigration

Berrien County Sheriff Paul Bailey will join police across the nation and municipalities to talk about immigration reform Wednesday in Washington D.C. Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Wednesday, September 5, 2018 8:56 am

Niles

Niles Service League partners with Martins to host Bundle a Buddy fundraiser

While temperatures may be pleasantly warm, colder weather is just around the corner. Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Wednesday, September 5, 2018 8:54 am

berrien county

Berrien County Sheriff to participate in discussion

Berrien County Sheriff Paul Bailey will join police across the nation and municipalities to talk about immigration reform Wednesday in Washington D.C. Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Wednesday, September 5, 2018 8:51 am

Niles

Downtown business shuts doors after nearly two years

After nearly two years in business, Top Heavy Coffee closed shop on Sunday. Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Tuesday, September 4, 2018 7:35 am

Niles

IUSB Center for Sustainability director talks helping the planet, saving money

The Niles District Library kick-started a series on sustainability late last week. The series will run through Dec. 5 and feature weekly forums presented by ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Tuesday, September 4, 2018 7:30 am

Berrien County

Top Heavy Coffee set to close Sunday after nearly two years of business

NILES — After nearly two years in business, Top Heavy Coffee will be closing shop on Sunday. Business owners Eric and Wendy Halder opened the ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Friday, August 31, 2018 1:55 pm

Niles

Plans develop for Niles Brewing Company to open in downtown

After years of honing his home brewing craft, a lifelong Niles resident is ready to turn his passion into a business. Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Friday, August 31, 2018 9:21 am

Buchanan

Buchanan displays more than 200 scarecrows

At the entrance to the Buchanan Art Center, a scarecrow bearing the likeness of renowned artist Vincent van Gogh stands sentry — with a pipe, ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Friday, August 31, 2018 9:17 am

Berrien County

Union Coffee House celebrates eight years of business

BUCHANAN — When Molly Thornton and her parents Katherine and Mathew decided to open a coffee shop in Buchanan, they wanted to bring an “urban ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Thursday, August 30, 2018 10:07 am

Berrien County

Niles Community Health Center to relocate to old Eastgate Shopping Plaza

NILES TOWNSHIP —  On Sept. 12, officials with the Cassopolis Family Clinic Network will break ground on an approximately $8.5 million medical facility at the ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Thursday, August 30, 2018 10:03 am

Berrien County

We Can Ride 4-H to host fundraiser event Sept. 15

BUCHANAN — The summer may be winding down and the county fairs over, but youth can still have the opportunity to learn about showing animals ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Thursday, August 30, 2018 10:00 am

Buchanan

Buchanan District Library set to break ground on improvements Sept. 10

In December, the Buchanan District Library celebrated 80 years of serving the local community. As officials celebrated the major milestone with a cocktail party fundraiser, ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Wednesday, August 29, 2018 1:06 am

Niles

PastTime to perform for concert series, raise money for Honor Flight

By day, Jan Trapani, of Bridgman, tends to patients who need her care at Lakeland Hospital in St. Joseph. But when Trapani is not dressed ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Wednesday, August 29, 2018 1:00 am

Niles

City council members vote to raise utility costs

Residents across Niles, Niles Township, Howard and Bertrand Township are about to see increases across the board on their utility services, after members of the ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Wednesday, August 29, 2018 12:58 am

Berrien County

Amvets organization looks for more ways to get involved in Niles community

NILES — Just across the street from Rural King and down a gravel drive is the local Amvets building at 1117 E. Bertrand St. Hidden ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Tuesday, August 28, 2018 11:03 am

Berrien County

Resident charged with criminal sexual conduct

BUCHANAN — A Buchanan man who committed crimes that a judge referred to as “heinous” and “terrible” will serve time in prison after he was ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Tuesday, August 28, 2018 11:00 am

Niles

Hundreds of free watermelons handed out during inaugural event

There were plenty of watermelons to go around Saturday, as dozens gathered to celebrate the inaugural Blessings of the Watermelon at Hope Community Church. Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Monday, August 27, 2018 9:18 am

Niles

Library workshop series offers skill sharing

It is not always cost effective or timely to wait for a repair man to show up and mend that cracked drywall or wayward appliance. Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Monday, August 27, 2018 9:14 am

Niles

Niles woman raising money to fight lung disorder through bike ride

There was a time in LuAnn Unger’s life when she could not get a full breath of air without the help of an oxygen tank. Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Friday, August 24, 2018 9:41 am

Buchanan

Buchanan mayor reflects on time in position

BUCHANAN — After finding a dream home along the St. Joseph River just outside the Buchanan city limits, Buchanan Mayor Brenda Hess had a difficult ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Friday, August 24, 2018 9:38 am

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