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Buchanan HS

Daily Data: Saturday, Dec. 21

BOYS BASKETBALL BUCHANAN 61, NEW BUFFALO 46 At Buchanan NEW BUFFALO (46): Nick Haskins 13, James Shaw 8, M’nason Smothers 9, Trevor James 12, Lucas ... Read more

by Max Harden, Saturday, December 21, 2024 5:00 am

Community News

Dowagiac recommended for Michigan DNR grant

DOWAGIAC — Dowagiac leaders’ vision for a key city corridor came one step closer to fruition this week. The Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund has ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, December 20, 2024 5:00 am

Buchanan

Chloe Aalfs crowned Miss Buchanan 2025

BUCHANAN — A new royal court has been crowned to represent the Buchanan community. When the dust settled, Chloe Aalfs was crowned Miss Buchanan 2025 ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, December 20, 2024 5:00 am

News

Ward signs with Grand Valley women’s wrestling

NILES — A local grappler is taking her talents to the next level. Niles wrestler Maddison Ward signed with Grand Valley State University Monday to ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, December 19, 2024 9:54 am

Business

Shelton’s Farm Market closes after 77 years

NILES TOWNSHIP — A business that has served the Michiana community for decades closed its doors for good last week. Shelton’s Farm Market, 1832 S. ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, December 18, 2024 4:04 pm

Dowagiac

Dowagiac schools celebrate November Students of the Month

DOWAGIAC — The Dowagiac Union Schools Board of Education honored the district’s November Students of The Month during its meeting Monday night at Dowagiac Middle ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, December 18, 2024 3:11 pm

Dowagiac

Pokagon Band donates 1,000 Christmas food boxes to those in need

SOUTH BEND, Ind. — The Pokagon Band of Potawatomi and its Four Winds Casinos announced Tuesday a donation of 1,000 food boxes to those in ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, December 18, 2024 2:49 pm

Buchanan

Buchanan receives grant for Riverfront Park boat launch project

BUCHANAN — The City of Buchanan announced Tuesday that it has received a $230,000 grant award from the Michigan DNR Natural Resources Trust Fund for ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, December 17, 2024 3:57 pm

Cass County

Cass County Administrator resigns

CASSOPOLIS — Cass County will be searching to fill the county’s top administrative post following the resignation of administrator Matthew Newton. ​​The Cass County Board ... Read more

by Max Harden, Monday, December 16, 2024 2:32 pm

Community News

Gabrielle Gittens crowned Miss Niles 2025

NILES — A new Miss Niles was crowned Saturday night in Grand Ole Opry style. Seven young women and one young man showcased their red ... Read more

by Max Harden, Sunday, December 15, 2024 5:00 am

Brandywine HS

Brandywine hoops teams sweep Dowagiac

NILES TOWNSHIP — The Brandywine girls and boys basketball teams took care of business against visiting Dowagiac Friday night. The girls won 61-26 and the ... Read more

by Max Harden, Saturday, December 14, 2024 9:29 am

Business

‘A treasure for everyone’: Chamber welcomes The Treasure Hut to Dowagiac

DOWAGIAC — A new business is bringing unique finds and bargain items to the Dowagiac community. Thursday, the Greater Dowagiac Chamber of Commerce hosted a ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, December 13, 2024 4:53 pm

Community News

Dowagiac seeks public feedback on park, open space plan

DOWAGIAC — The Dowagiac City Council addressed a variety of issues during its Monday meeting at City Hall, including public comment on its park and ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, December 12, 2024 3:17 pm

Community News

Niles partners with publisher for book on city’s history

NILES — A book documenting and celebrating the history of Niles is now in development. The Niles City Council voted Monday to approve and authorize ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, December 11, 2024 2:56 pm

Brandywine HS

Daily Data: Wednesday, Dec.11

BOYS BASKETBALL NILES 63, VICKSBURG 55 At Niles VICKSBURG (55): Grant Balazs 0, Mitchell Beyer 20, Gage Schiedel 4, Lucas Johnson 11, Austin Androsky 2, ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, December 11, 2024 11:10 am

Community News

Dowagiac City Council approves joint ambulance service agreement update

DOWAGIAC — The Dowagiac City Council moved to approve an updated Joint Ambulance Services Agreement with Pokagon Township, Silver Creek Township, Volinia Township, and Wayne ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, December 10, 2024 3:54 pm

Community News

2025 Miss/Mr. Niles Pageant set for Dec. 14

NILES — The Miss/Mr. Niles court will be selected next weekend, giving area youth a chance to represent their community and wear a radiant crown, ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, December 6, 2024 2:17 pm

News

Niles woman injured in two-vehicle Milton Township crash

MILTON TOWNSHIP — A Niles woman was hospitalized following a two-vehicle crash Thursday afternoon in Milton Township, according to the Cass County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, December 5, 2024 12:04 pm

Local Government

Niles City Council bids farewell to outgoing members

NILES — The Niles community bid farewell to outgoing members of the Niles City Council last week. John DiCostanzo and Amanda Dunnem received a round ... Read more

by Max Harden, Monday, December 2, 2024 12:11 pm

Local Government

Niles City Council welcomes new members

NILES — The Niles City Council welcomed two new members to its ranks. Sheila Koebel and Jessica Nelson were sworn-in as members of council during ... Read more

by Max Harden, Saturday, November 30, 2024 2:04 pm

News Main

WATCH: Niles’ D4 championship game postgame press conference

DETROIT — The Niles football team’s season came to an end Friday afternoon with a runner-up finish in the Division 4 State Championship Game. Head ... Read more

by Max Harden, Saturday, November 30, 2024 1:58 pm

Breaking News

PHOTO STORY: Niles falls to Goodrich 35-6 in D4 Championship

DETROIT — A historic season that saw the Niles football team make their first-ever appearance in a state championship has come to an end. The ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, November 29, 2024 4:06 pm

News Main

HALFTIME GALLERY: Niles trails Goodrich 21-0 in D4 state championship

NILES — The Niles football team is looking to turn things around as it faces a 21-0 halftime deficit to Goodrich in the MHSAA Division ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, November 29, 2024 12:30 pm

Brandywine HS

Southwest Michigan well represented on MHSFCA All-Region teams

NILES — The Michigan High School Football Coaches Association has announced its 2024 All-Regional teams in advance of the state semifinals this weekend. Southwest Michigan ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, November 29, 2024 5:00 am

Uncategorized

Historic Ferry Street School site reverts to city property

NILES — The former site of Ferry Street School could soon receive a new lease on life. The Niles City Council moved 7-1 to accept ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, November 29, 2024 5:00 am

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