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Community News

Public hearing set for Commercial St. Brownfield Plan

DOWAGIAC — The Dowagiac City Council took steps Monday to improve commercial and residential development in downtown Dowagiac. The council unanimously approved a resolution Monday ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, November 28, 2024 9:50 pm

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WATCH: Jaden Ivery talks Niles’ playoff run

NILES — Senior Jaden Ivery has been one of Niles’ leaders on defense this season. Leader Publications caught up with Ivery on Tuesday about the ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, November 28, 2024 12:30 pm

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WATCH: Niles’ Dane Asmus talks D4 championship prep

NILES — The Niles football team spent Wednesday practicing at Notre Dame’s Loftus Sports Center ahead of Friday’s Division 4 State Championship Game. Leader Publications ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, November 28, 2024 12:00 pm

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Niles football ready to prove itself in D4 state championship game

NILES — The Niles football team has a date with destiny Friday afternoon. The Vikings have been hard at work preparing to take on the ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, November 28, 2024 11:17 am

Crime/Court

Dowagiac teen charged with multiple felonies in shooting

DOWAGIAC — A Dowagiac teen has been charged in connection to a Nov. 22 shooting that left one person injured, according to the Dowagiac Police ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, November 27, 2024 1:43 pm

Community News

Former Dowagiac Deputy Chief passes away

DOWAGIAC — The Dowagiac community is in mourning following the passing of a prominent community member. Retired Dowagiac Deputy Chief David “Toxy” Toxopeus passed away ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, November 26, 2024 2:23 pm

Community News

Niles District Library to host Local Author Book Sale

NILES — The Niles District Library is gearing up to host a special event during Small Business Saturday. The library will be hosting its Local ... Read more

by Max Harden, Monday, November 25, 2024 2:05 pm

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WATCH: Niles football players talk state semifinal win over GR South Christian

NILES — The Niles football team is Ford Field-bound for the first time in school history. Leader Publications spoke with seniors Paul Hess, Sam Rucker, ... Read more

by Max Harden, Sunday, November 24, 2024 8:32 pm

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WATCH: Niles rolls GR South Christian in D4 semifinal

NILES — In a game with a Trip to Ford Field on on the line, the Niles football team came out on top. The Vikings ... Read more

by Max Harden, Sunday, November 24, 2024 11:07 am

Dowagiac

Teacher/Staff Spotlight: Tharan Suvarna, Patrick Hamilton Elementary

Educators are perhaps the greatest population of unsung heroes in Berrien and Cass County. This school year, Leader Publications will publish a weekly spotlight featuring ... Read more

by Max Harden, Saturday, November 23, 2024 8:38 am

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Niles aiming to extend historic football season against South Christian

NILES — And then there were four. The Niles football team is one of just four teams remaining in the hunt for the 2024 Division ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, November 21, 2024 5:44 pm

Business

Small Business Saturday returns to downtown Niles Nov. 30

NILES — A popular holiday event will be returning to downtown Niles next Saturday. Niles Main Street is gearing up to host the annual Small ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, November 20, 2024 10:15 am

Business

Dowagiac hosts annual Christmas Open House

DOWAGIAC — The Grand Old City brought the holiday spirit to life with a festive lineup of events to kick off the season. The Greater ... Read more

by Max Harden, Monday, November 18, 2024 1:18 pm

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WATCH: Brenden Olsen talks game-clinching interception, win over Portland

NILES — The Niles football team edged Portland with a 37-34 win Friday and Brenden Olsen was a key reason why. The 6-6 junior caught ... Read more

by Max Harden, Saturday, November 16, 2024 12:05 pm

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WATCH: Sam Rucker talks regional championship win over Portland

NILES — The legend of Sam Rucker soared to new heights in Friday night’s 37-34 win over Portland. In his final game at Vikings Stadium, ... Read more

by Max Harden, Saturday, November 16, 2024 10:45 am

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Resilient Niles beats Portland 37-34 in regional football thriller

NILES — With its season on the line, the Niles football team delivered in big-time moments Friday night in a game those in attendance will ... Read more

by Max Harden, Saturday, November 16, 2024 9:36 am

Community News

Niles veterans presented with Quilts of Valor

NILES — Four local veterans were honored and recognized for their sacrifice and service with a special ceremony at Brentwood Thursday afternoon. Tom Buti, Leo ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, November 15, 2024 3:20 pm

Business

Shelton’s Farm Market announces closing date

NILES TOWNSHIP – A business that has served the Michiana community for decades will be closing its doors next month. Shelton’s Farm Market, 1832 S. ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, November 15, 2024 11:08 am

Business

Creating tomorrow: Dowagiac breaks ground on Lincoln School housing project

DOWAGIAC — A vision for the future took root Wednesday in Dowagiac. Community members, business owners and local and state officials gathered at the site ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, November 14, 2024 4:11 pm

Community News

Dowagiac senior excited to represent community as Miss Eau Claire/Sodus 2025

EAU CLAIRE — It was a weekend to remember for Malayna Klug. When the dust settled, Klug was crowned Miss Eau Claire/Sodus 2025 Saturday, Nov. ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, November 13, 2024 5:37 pm

Buchanan

Buchanan City Commissioners elect mayor, award bid for McCoy Creek culvert work

BUCHANAN — Last week’s election for two Buchanan City Commission seats didn’t change the commission’s composition any as incumbents Larry Money and Patrick Swem won ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, November 13, 2024 2:25 pm

Business

Niles approves annual Hunter Ice Festival

NILES — One of the Niles community’s most popular events is set to take shape in a few months. The 21st annual Hunter Ice Festival ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, November 12, 2024 4:01 pm

Brandywine Education

Honor Credit Union announces winners of annual Teacher Awards

BERRIEN SPRINGS — Honor Credit Union announced Tuesday its annual Teacher Award winners. For 15 years, HCU has supported educators with a total of $40,000 ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, November 12, 2024 2:21 pm

Brandywine Education

Brandywine hosts annual Veterans Day breakfast

NILES CHARTER TOWNSHIP — A local school district hosted a meal Monday to show its gratitude to local veterans and recognize the sacrifices they have ... Read more

by Max Harden, Monday, November 11, 2024 12:46 pm

Cassopolis

Merrill Adams crowned Miss Cassopolis 2025

CASSOPOLIS — A new royal court has been crowned to represent the Cassopolis community. When the dust settled, Merrill Adams was crowned Miss Cassopolis 2025 ... Read more

by Max Harden, Sunday, November 10, 2024 5:00 am

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