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Berrien County

Windy weather knocks Chapin Mansion scaffolding structure flat

NILES — High winds that swept through southwest Michigan this weekend toppled the scaffolding structure that construction crews had built to make repairs to the ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Tuesday, February 26, 2019 9:24 am

Berrien County

Man jailed for illegal surveillance, Buchanan woman who used substances also sentenced

NILES — A woman who was found with drug syringes in a car has been sentenced jail time for the crime. Glenda Deeann Allender, 38, ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Tuesday, February 26, 2019 9:22 am

Buchanan

Basketball tournament brings more than 100 people to remember Buchanan resident murdered in Mishawaka

Saturday morning inside Buchanan High School, the sound of basketballs drumming against the gym floor echoed throughout the hallways. Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Monday, February 25, 2019 9:52 am

Niles

Front entrance of historic Chapin Mansion under repair

Those who have passed down Main Street within the past week have likely seen the billowing tent structure protruding from the front of the historic ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Friday, February 22, 2019 10:04 am

cassopolis

Michigan State Police trooper charged with embezzlement was known for volunteerism

Detective First Lieutenant Charles Christensen, with the Michigan State Police, said he could not reveal further details about a Cassopolis man’s alleged embezzlement from the ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Friday, February 22, 2019 9:57 am

Niles

Culver’s Restaurant to open in Niles Township this summer

A Brandywine High School graduate is finalizing plans to bring a brand-new Culver’s Restaurant to Niles. Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Friday, February 22, 2019 9:56 am

Niles

Foundation gives out awards, hosts informational session

Last week at the Niles District Library, the Berrien Community Foundation presented grants to a variety of Niles nonprofits seeking to better their local community. Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Thursday, February 21, 2019 9:20 am

Niles Community Schools

Niles New Tech students create dessert pizza

Niles New Tech students put a sweet new twist on a Cottage Inn pizza for a class project last semester. Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Thursday, February 21, 2019 9:14 am

Niles

Jury convicts Niles man of premeditated murder

When a jury convicted John Benton Lewis of first-degree premeditated murder for the death of his wife, Carla Jean Lewis, Carla’s sister, Renee Burrington, could ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Wednesday, February 20, 2019 9:24 am

News

Art museum foundation commissions feasibility study

NILES — Judith Racht and Jeanne Watson want to bring contemporary art to their Niles community. But before they can do that, they have to ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Tuesday, February 19, 2019 9:53 am

Birthdays

Moore birthday

Sam Moore celebrated his 64th birthday Feb. 15 with his friends at Duncan’s Kozy Kitchen. A birthday candle was placed in the middle of his ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Tuesday, February 19, 2019 8:00 am

Berrien County

Niles Township man facing murder charge awaits verdict

  ST. JOSEPH — Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Jerry Vigansky used his closing argument Friday to illustrate the pieces of testimony heard throughout John Benton Lewis’ ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Friday, February 15, 2019 9:51 pm

Niles

Forensic scientists provide details about Niles crime scene

During testimony presented Wednesday, the court learned forensic details about the crime scene in Niles Township where Carla Jean Lewis was fatally shot Aug. 13, ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Friday, February 15, 2019 9:43 am

Berrien County

Prosecution’s argument comes to a close, defense calls witnesses to testify

  ST. JOSEPH — A forensic pathologist who examined the five gunshot wounds that mortally injured Carla Jean Lewis testified Thursday during the seventh day ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Thursday, February 14, 2019 8:15 pm

Niles

Detectives, daughter of victim testify against murder suspect Tuesday

When her mother, Carla Jean Lewis, was alive, Kristy Pruett used to talk to her every day. Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Thursday, February 14, 2019 10:18 am

Buchanan

Buchanan police sergeant fights crime and volunteers in community

Before dawn on a Saturday morning in December, Buchanan police sergeant Harvey Burnett was prepared to spend his day off serving as Santa Claus — ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Thursday, February 14, 2019 10:16 am

Berrien County

Forensic scientists provide details about Niles Township crime scene

  ST. JOSEPH — During testimony presented Wednesday, the court learned forensic details about the crime scene in Niles Township where Carla Jean Lewis was ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Wednesday, February 13, 2019 8:44 pm

Buchanan

Tin Shop Theatre to host comedy production ‘Star-Spangled Girl’

Actors at the Tin Shop Theatre hope to leave their audiences laughing with their latest production of “Star-Spangled Girl.” Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Wednesday, February 13, 2019 11:19 am

Berrien County

Detectives, daughter of victim testify against murder suspect Tuesday

  ST. JOSEPH — When her mother, Carla Jean Lewis, was alive, Kristy Pruett used to talk to her every day. “She was my best ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Tuesday, February 12, 2019 8:02 pm

Niles Community Schools

Niles High School culinary arts program selling chocolate strawberries

This Valentine’s Day, residents can show some love to their family and friends and support the Niles High School culinary program by purchasing chocolate covered ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Tuesday, February 12, 2019 9:07 am

Berrien County

Man alleges that murder suspect revealed telling details about wife’s death

ST. JOSEPH — While his statements drew scrutiny from defense attorneys, a man who testified in court Friday said John Benton Lewis confessed to him ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Saturday, February 9, 2019 7:05 am

Niles

Niles chef shares her heroes for Black History Month

This February, as people around the nation celebrate Black History Month, Cynthia Gallero Greer wonders: “Shouldn’t every day be Black History Month?” she said. “Shouldn’t ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Friday, February 8, 2019 9:48 am

Berrien County

Facebook records indicate murder suspect was searching for a weapon

ST. JOSEPH — Just five days before his wife, Carla Lewis, was fatally shot, John Benton Lewis appeared to be looking to purchase a weapon. ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Thursday, February 7, 2019 9:16 pm

Berrien County

Life-size model of marijuana grow room used during murder trial testimony Wednesday

  ST. JOSEPH — When jurors walked into the courtroom Wednesday morning, there was a structure about the size of a large walk-in closet made ... Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Wednesday, February 6, 2019 7:11 pm

Niles

Firefighters save pet from icy waters Tuesday

Firefighters rescued a dog trapped in icy water Tuesday morning in Niles Township. Read more

by Kelsey Hammon, Wednesday, February 6, 2019 10:58 am

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