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Niles Community Schools

Niles Model UN Club earns Outstanding Small Delegation Award at MSU

From a maple syrup theft to human rights issues, the Niles Model UN Club took on a host of challenges during their most recent conference ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Thursday, March 21, 2019 9:40 am

Brandywine Community Schools

Brandywine High School band prepares for competition

To have perfect harmony in a high school band, there are a few components needed. One of the most important line items is enough musicians. Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Thursday, March 21, 2019 9:35 am

Buchanan

Union Coffee House & Café to host The U’s Got Talent March 27

A Buchanan business is inviting people to share their talents in an open mic night next week. Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Thursday, March 21, 2019 9:31 am

Dowagiac

Pokagon Band invites community to take part in sugar bush season

Above a boiling vat of maple sap, a vapor cloud carrying the sweet scent of syrup in the making billowed thickly as Jefferson Ballew IV ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Wednesday, March 20, 2019 10:13 am

Niles Community Schools

Pizza night, EHF Wrestling Tournament to help raise funds for Project Graduation

After Niles High School graduates toss their graduation caps in the air this May, they will be whisked away to embark on one last adventure ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Wednesday, March 20, 2019 10:08 am

Niles

Indiana-Michigan River Valley Trail fundraiser run approved

The Niles Township Board of Trustees voted unanimously Monday to allow a fundraising party to utilize the Indiana-Michigan River Valley Trail in May. Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Wednesday, March 20, 2019 10:02 am

Niles

Archivist discusses how women’s clubs in Niles were voices of positive change

In her more than 30 years as an archivist, Suzanne Flandreau, of Niles, started to see a trend in local women’s clubs during the 20th ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Tuesday, March 19, 2019 8:47 am

Niles Community Schools

Ring Lardner Middle School gives away free books for March Reading Month

This March Reading Month, Ring Lardner Middle School is tackling several initiatives to get youth excited about books. Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Tuesday, March 19, 2019 8:43 am

berrien county

Resident who fatally struck bicyclist with her car sentenced

The Berrien County courtroom was packed Monday morning, as family and friends of a bicyclist who was fatally struck by a drunk driver waited for ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Tuesday, March 19, 2019 8:36 am

News

Iron Shoe Distillery announces opening date, grand opening party

NILES — Community members have long awaited the opening of a new Niles distillery and restaurant. Late last week, the business owners announced that the ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Monday, March 18, 2019 10:35 am

News

SLR Pilates owner to open 24-hour gym downtown

NILES — Since Stephanie Reno first brought her fitness business to downtown Niles, she has experienced a growing customer following.  Now, Reno is announcing another ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Monday, March 18, 2019 10:31 am

News

Niles vision center celebrates new look

NILES — The Niles Vision Clinic, 9 S. St. Joseph Ave., was recently renovated. To celebrate the upgrades, the eye clinic and Greater Niles Chamber ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Monday, March 18, 2019 10:26 am

berrien county

Mother battling stage three cancer awarded United Way funds

When Shannon O’Brien, 49, of Stevensville, was diagnosed with an aggressive form of breast cancer in November, she quickly discovered that her illness was not ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Friday, March 15, 2019 9:39 am

Niles

Spring Bazaar and Food Drive to feature variety of vendors April 6

From handcrafted jewelry to bags and glassware, there will be no shortage of items to choose from at the upcoming Spring Bazaar and Food Drive. Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Friday, March 15, 2019 9:29 am

Berrien County

River St. Joe Hopyard Brewery to offer Buchanan-grown beer

BUCHANAN — A brand-new Buchanan brewery that has been four years in the making is slated to break ground this month. CEO Brian Dougherty said ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Thursday, March 14, 2019 4:03 pm

Niles Community Schools

Open house shares students’ success stories, information about program

Chase Kelly is a pretty busy high schooler. Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Thursday, March 14, 2019 10:10 am

Niles

Niles school district offers to contribute to water tower funding

The Niles Community School District is hoping to share some Viking pride by contributing funds to recoat the Cherry Street water tower with the mascot ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Thursday, March 14, 2019 9:54 am

Niles

Planning commission advocates for recreational marijuana

During a committee of the whole meeting Monday night, the Niles Planning Commission recommended that the city opt into recreational marijuana. Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Wednesday, March 13, 2019 9:58 am

Brandywine Community Schools

Brandywine Athletic Hall of Fame seeking nominations

In the history of Brandywine High School, many great athletes, coaches and teams achieved impressive feats on the playing fields and courts. To recognize their ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Wednesday, March 13, 2019 9:52 am

Niles Community Schools

Eastside Connections students visit Woodland Terrace for learning program

On days when kindergarteners at Eastside Connections visit Woodland Terrace, there is palpable excitement among seniors at the assisted living facility. Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Tuesday, March 12, 2019 9:46 am

Niles

Indiana residents apprehended at Pete’s Southside Marathon face judge

The co-defendants involved in a string of crimes that started in Indiana and ended with police apprehension at Pete’s Southside Marathon, 1293 S. 11th St., ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Tuesday, March 12, 2019 9:42 am

News

Planning commission recommends city opt into recreational marijuana

NILES — During a committee of the whole meeting Monday night, the Niles Planning Commission recommended that the city opt into recreational marijuana. Sanya Vitale, ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Monday, March 11, 2019 9:35 pm

berrien county

Berrien County Sheriff’s Department recognized for work with Explorer program

Berrien County Sheriff Paul Bailey was recognized Thursday night, alongside Deputy Vanessa Williams for their dedication to teaching youth about law enforcement through the Explorer ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Monday, March 11, 2019 10:16 am

News

Community Garden sign-up begins

With spring just around the corner, the Niles Community Gardens is seeking people interested in using their green thumbs to help to cultivate local gardens.  ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Monday, March 11, 2019 10:13 am

Niles

Niles Service League seeking new members

President of the Niles Service League Tammy Kelley was running errands with a fellow league member one day at Walmart when two children recognized her ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Friday, March 8, 2019 10:03 am

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