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Community News

Soup Luncheon results in record donation to Fitch Camp

DOWAGIAC — The community participated at a record level for the 2023 Soup Luncheon benefiting E. Root Fitch Camp. Soup sales and area donations resulted ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, December 6, 2023 5:22 pm

High school basketball

Workman’s Niles coaching debut spoiled with 54-51 loss to Berrien Springs

The Niles girls basketball team’s first game of the Sarah Workman era went down to the wire Tuesday night. Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, December 6, 2023 1:47 pm

Business

Honor Credit Union donates $1,000 to Dowagiac Fire Department’s Toys for Tots Drive

DOWAGIAC — The Cass County Toys for Tots program is in full swing, and Dowagiac businesses are doing their part to make sure children across ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, December 6, 2023 11:30 am

Business

United Federal Credit Union names Andrea Moreaux Branch Manager in Niles

NILES — United Federal Credit Union has named Andrea Moreaux as Branch Manager at its branch at 2100 S. 11th St. in Niles. As Branch ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, December 6, 2023 10:45 am

Community News

Honor Credit Union donates $750 to Shop With A Hero program

DOWAGIAC — The Dowagiac Police and Fire Departments were surprised Monday with a $750 donation from Honor Credit Union for its annual Shop with a ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, December 6, 2023 10:06 am

Berrien County

Four Winds team members raise $15,000 for Berrien County Suicide Prevention

NEW BUFFALO —  The Pokagon Band of Potawatomi’s Four Winds Casino announced Tuesday that Four Winds team members raised $15,000 for the Berrien County Suicide ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, December 5, 2023 5:27 pm

Buchanan

Buchanan small business incubator to host grand opening Dec. 14

BUCHANAN — The long-vacant building on the corner of Days Avenue and Front Street has been brought back to life and is teaming with exciting ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, December 5, 2023 12:32 pm

Community News

Niles History Center to host holiday open house Dec. 16

  NILES — The last chance for visitors to see the Historic Chapin Mansion decorated for the holidays will be from 4 to 7 p.m. ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, December 5, 2023 12:18 pm

Buchanan

Buchanan man gets prison time for Harding’s theft

NILES — A Buchanan man who stole lottery tickets from a Harding’s Market was sentenced to prison Monday in Berrien County Trial Court. Lawrence Woods, ... Read more

by Max Harden, Monday, December 4, 2023 1:19 pm

Cassopolis

Evart man sentenced to restitution for Newberg Township vehicle theft

CASSOPOLIS — A man already in prison for a crime spree across the state of Michigan was ordered to pay over $11,000 in restitution Friday ... Read more

by Max Harden, Sunday, December 3, 2023 1:00 pm

Buchanan

Hannah Herman crowned Miss Buchanan 2024

NILES — The new Miss Buchanan was enthroned in style. 11 young women showcased their red carpet style and unique talents to become the face ... Read more

by Max Harden, Saturday, December 2, 2023 10:30 pm

Community News

PHOTO STORY: Annual Candlelight Christmas Parade rolls through downtown Dowagiac

DOWAGIAC — Visitors from across southwest Michigan lined the downtown Dowagiac sidewalks, cup of hot cocoa in hand, in order to experience some homegrown Christmas ... Read more

by Max Harden, Saturday, December 2, 2023 11:46 am

High school basketball

Niles opens Wolverine Conference season with win over Wildcats

The Niles boys varsity basketball team hosted Three Rivers for its home opener Friday night. The Vikings’ swarming defense propelled them to a 63-45 win ... Read more

by Max Harden, Saturday, December 2, 2023 12:54 am

Business

Dowagiac middle, high school vocalists to perform downtown Dec. 7

DOWAGIAC — Dowagiac middle and high school choir members are among the musicians headlining downtown’s Extended Hours Holiday Shopping Event on Thursday, Dec. 7. The ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, December 1, 2023 4:46 pm

Berrien County

Berrien County Health Department recognizes World AIDS Day

BERRIEN COUNTY — In recognition of World AIDS Day, the Berrien County Health Department reminds community members of the HIV services accessible to them. World ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, December 1, 2023 10:01 am

Buchanan

Buchanan family aims to offer local, quality products with new store

BUCHANAN — A mother-daughter duo is bringing local, high-quality goods to the City of Buchanan. Kim McNeely and Brittany Frantz opened McBain Lane Mercantile & ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, December 1, 2023 9:55 am

Business

Niles Scream Park raises $153,000 for local groups

NILES — The Niles Scream Park, one of Michiana’s most popular autumn attractions, recently completed another successful season at its always changing 44-acre site on ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, November 30, 2023 4:58 pm

Business

Honor Credit Union, Project Pajama partner for donation drive

DOWAGIAC — A campaign to help Dowagiac Union Schools students wake up in warm, cozy clothing on Christmas morning is closer to its goal after ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, November 30, 2023 1:49 pm

Community News

Ascension Borgess Lee Foundation hosts annual Tree of Love lighting

DOWAGIAC — One area foundation turned a part of Dowagiac pink Wednesday in support of providing life-saving care to women in Cass County. The tree, ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, November 30, 2023 11:45 am

Community News

PET OF THE WEEK: Pot Roast

Meet Pot Roast, a lab mix with Berrien County Animal Control. This tall, handsome Lab mix with a rich, black coat would be a wonderful ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, November 29, 2023 12:20 pm

Community News

Registration open for 2023 Greater Niles Sights and Lights Decorating Contest

NILES — Households with 49120 zip codes are gearing up to flex their creative muscles for what has become a new Niles holiday tradition. Registration ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, November 29, 2023 11:55 am

High school basketball

Brandywine boys hoops defends home turf with 56-43 win over Niles

The Brandywine boys basketball team started its season Tuesday with a 56-43 win over Niles. Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, November 29, 2023 3:23 am

Buchanan

Buchanan hosts annual Bucktown Christmas

BUCHANAN — The Buchanan community turned out in droves for yuletide festivities Saturday. The Buchanan Area Chamber of Commerce and the City of Buchanan hosted ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, November 28, 2023 5:14 pm

Crime/Court

Three Oaks man gets jail time for drunk driving

NILES — A Three Oaks man who has a prior conviction for drunk driving causing serious injury was sentenced to jail and probation Monday in ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, November 28, 2023 4:20 pm

Community News

Niles moves forward with Wayne Street improvement project

NILES — A key city street in need of improvements will soon receive proper maintenance. The Niles City Council approved a contract with the Michigan ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, November 28, 2023 2:08 pm

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