Dowagiac
Dowagiac schools celebrate October Students of the Month
DOWAGIAC — Six local students have been selected for recognition by teachers and faculty for their outstanding performance in school this October. Nominated by teachers ...
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Community News
Former Riverfront Optimist Club President ready for next chapter
NILES — Josh Sitarz strives to look on the bright side. That mindset served him well as the former president of the Riverfest Optimist Club ...
by Max Harden, Friday, November 24, 2023 8:00 am
Cass County
Judge Bealor re-appointed as Chief Judge of Cass County Courts
CASSOPOLIS — The Michigan Supreme Court reappointed Cass County Probate Court Judge Carol Montavon Bealor Wednesday, Nov. 15 to serve as the Chief Judge for ...
by Max Harden, Wednesday, November 22, 2023 4:44 pm
Cass County
New dog park opens in Cassopolis
CASSOPOLIS — More than a dozen of man’s best friends were unleashed Saturday morning as a new component to Don Horne Park opened for the ...
by Max Harden, Monday, November 20, 2023 5:15 pm
Cassopolis
Savage Bean hosts fundraiser for Cassopolis student performing at Carnegie Hall
CASSOPOLIS — Community members and local businesses came together at Savage Bean Coffee Co. Friday to help support Cassopolis musician Seth Kalina and his quest ...
by Max Harden, Monday, November 20, 2023 3:00 pm
Business
Couple to transform downtown Niles building into hair salon, restaurant space
NILES — A local couple is giving a once-vacant building a new lease on life. David and Jen Strickland recently purchased the building at 202 ...
by Max Harden, Monday, November 20, 2023 11:00 am
Business
Small Business Saturday returns to downtown Niles Nov. 25
NILES — A popular holiday event will be returning to downtown Niles next Saturday. The Niles City Council approved the Niles Downtown Development Authority Main ...
by Max Harden, Sunday, November 19, 2023 8:53 am
Dowagiac
Lyons Health Center Building ownership transfers to City of Dowagiac
DOWAGIAC — The Dowagiac City Council approved a resolution Monday authorizing the payoff of bonds on the Lyons Health Center Building, 520 Main St., so ...
by Max Harden, Saturday, November 18, 2023 12:00 pm
Community News
Dowagiac church to host annual cookie walk, holiday décor fundraiser
DOWAGIAC — A local church group’s latest fundraising event will encourage community members to bring their Christmas spirit and sweet tooth along for the ride. ...
by Max Harden, Friday, November 17, 2023 2:53 pm
Community News
Niles church to host Thanksgiving food basket giveaway Saturday
NILES — Mount Calvary Baptist Church, 601 Ferry St., Niles, is gearing up for its annual Thanksgiving Food Basket Giveaway set for Saturday, Nov. 18, ...
by Max Harden, Friday, November 17, 2023 12:27 pm
Community News
Dowagiac City Council greenlights 2024 Cass County PrideFest
DOWAGIAC — A new, inclusive event is coming to downtown Dowagiac next year. During its Monday meeting, the Dowagiac City Council unanimously approved the Outcenter ...
by Max Harden, Friday, November 17, 2023 5:00 am
Business
‘A fantastic day for Cassopolis’: Hydro Cassopolis celebrates grand opening
CASSOPOLIS — A special ceremony was held Thursday to celebrate the completion of a global aluminum company’s state-of-the-art aluminum recycling plant. Dozens of Community members, ...
by Max Harden, Thursday, November 16, 2023 5:30 pm
Berrien County
Leader Publications relocating to new downtown Niles location
NILES — Leader Publications is leaving the 217 N. 4th St. location it has known as home for decades to a new home just two ...
by Max Harden, Thursday, November 16, 2023 7:00 am
Business
Feed the Hungry campaign kicks off with police and fire escort, donation from Dowagiac Elks
DOWAGIAC — The 14th annual C. Wimberley’s Feed the Hungry collection campaign began with a bang. Feed the Hungry chairman Jim Allen was presented with ...
by Max Harden, Wednesday, November 15, 2023 1:50 pm
Community News
Four Flags Antiques’ window displays a hit with community
NILES — A popular downtown Niles business’ latest project has the community buzzing with memories of Christmas’ past. The business unveiled its new window displays ...
by Max Harden, Wednesday, November 15, 2023 12:37 pm
Buchanan
Buchanan to host annual Bucktown Christmas Nov. 25
BUCHANAN — The Buchanan community is preparing for yuletide festivities later this month. The Buchanan Area Chamber of Commerce and the City of Buchanan are ...
by Max Harden, Tuesday, November 14, 2023 4:15 pm
Business
Dowagiac hosts annual Christmas Open House
DOWAGIAC — Dowagiac residents and visitors were greeted with picturesque weather Saturday to kick off the holiday season. The Greater Dowagiac Chamber of Commerce hosted ...
by Max Harden, Tuesday, November 14, 2023 2:47 pm
Crime/Court
Niles man gets probation for theft, domestic violence
NILES — A Niles man accused of theft and domestic violence was sentenced to probation Monday in Berrien County Trial Court. Gary Alan Yaw, 61, ...
by Max Harden, Monday, November 13, 2023 11:28 am
Berrien County
Berrien Counnty Commissioners discuss 2024 budget
ST. JOSEPH — Berrien County Commissioners spent the bulk of their meeting Thursday going over the proposed 2024 county budget. The budget for the fiscal ...
by Max Harden, Monday, November 13, 2023 10:33 am
Brandywine Education
Brandywine Community Schools hosts Veterans Day breakfast
NILES CHARTER TOWNSHIP — A local school district hosted a meal Friday to show its gratitude to local veterans and recognize the sacrifices they have ...
by Max Harden, Saturday, November 11, 2023 9:11 am
Education
Howard-Ellis, Southside host Veterans Day celebrations
NILES — Niles Community Schools’ Howard-Ellis Elementary and Southside School hosted Veterans Day celebrations to honor Veterans in the community and provide a learning experience ...
by Max Harden, Friday, November 10, 2023 3:29 pm
Dowagiac
Dowagiac man injured in two-vehicle Wayne Township crash
WAYNE TOWNSHIP — A Dowagiac man was injured Thursday in a two-vehicle crash in Wayne Township, according to the Cass County Sheriff’s Office. Cass County ...
by Max Harden, Friday, November 10, 2023 1:46 pm
Letters to the Editor
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: In support of City Manager Benjamin Eldridge
The people of Buchanan will be fighting to keep our new City Manager at the City Commission meeting this Monday night. Since 2020, the City ...
by Max Harden, Friday, November 10, 2023 1:09 pm
Business
‘It feels like home’: Fork in the Road hosts ribbon-cutting ceremony
BUCHANAN — Buchanan’s newest restaurant business hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony Wednesday afternoon complete with food, drinks and snacks. Fork in the Road, 111 Main St., ...
by Max Harden, Thursday, November 9, 2023 5:42 pm
Cassopolis
Miss Cassopolis 2024 excited to represent community
CASSOPOLIS — It was a weekend to remember for Caitlin Jones. When the dust settled, Jones was crowned Miss Cassopolis 2024 and Miss Congeniality Saturday ...
by Max Harden, Thursday, November 9, 2023 2:56 pm
SportsPlus
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Pacers vs. Pelicans Prediction & Picks: Line, Spread, Over/Under – November 25
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