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High school football

Edwardsburg falls to Paw Paw 16-7 in opening round of playoffs

Fans in attendance for the Division 4 pre-district game between Edwardsburg and Paw Paw Friday Night were treated to a hard-hitting slugfest. Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, October 27, 2023 11:47 pm

Business

Niles Scream Park hosts wedding

Niles — A South Bend couple recently said “I do” at the scariest place in town. The Niles Scream Park hosted the wedding of Ben ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, October 27, 2023 5:12 pm

Berrien County

Berrien County’s only women, family homeless shelter launches holiday fundraiser

BERRIEN COUNTY — An area nonprofit organization is raising funds to ensure Berrien County residents have a safe, warm home for the holidays. This week, ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, October 27, 2023 3:30 pm

Cassopolis

Three injured in two-vehicle Mason Township crash

MASON TOWNSHIP — Three men were injured Friday in a two-vehicle crash in Mason Township, according to the Cass County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Richard J. ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, October 27, 2023 2:04 pm

Brandywine HS

The Leaderboard: Area defensive stat leaders after Week 9

NILES — The 2023 high school football regular season is in the books and several local players turned in seasons to be proud of on ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, October 27, 2023 9:40 am

Community News

Beckwith Theatre to host Pulitzer-nominated playwright

DOWAGIAC — Theatergoers will have a chance to visit with a Pulitzer-nominated author next week. The Beckwith Theatre Company of Dowagiac, 100 New York Ave., ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, October 26, 2023 4:40 pm

Buchanan

Fernwood to host Holiday Market, Gift Shop Open House Nov. 4

NILES — A popular artisan market will make its triumphant return next weekend. Fernwood Botanical Garden and Nature Preserve, 13988 Range Line Road, Niles, is ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, October 26, 2023 3:05 pm

Community News

Dowagiac dedicates Burling Park

DOWAGIAC — Dr. Charles Burling remembers it like it was yesterday.  The Dowagiac native recalled a conversation he had with an uncle as a youth ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, October 26, 2023 1:02 pm

Community News

Niles Brewing Co. hosts local mystery author Q&A

NILES — Alyn Troy did not set out to become an author. A photojournalist by trade, Troy spent more than 30 years behind the lens ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, October 25, 2023 4:10 pm

Berrien County

Whirlpool hosts Aviation Career Day

BENTON HARBOR — More than just airplanes descended on the grounds of Southwest Michigan Regional Airport in Benton Harbor Monday.   More than 50 students from ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, October 25, 2023 1:15 pm

Cassopolis

2024 Miss Cassopolis Pageant set for Nov. 4

CASSOPOLIS — Next month, Cassopolis youth will take the stage to compete for a spot on the Miss Cassopolis court. The 2024 Miss Cassopolis pageant ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, October 24, 2023 11:38 am

Crime/Court

Niles man dies in Granger crash

GRANGER, Ind. — A Niles man died Saturday after a vehicle went airborne over a roundabout in Granger over the weekend, according to the St. ... Read more

by Max Harden, Monday, October 23, 2023 7:15 pm

Brandywine HS

The Leaderboard: Area offensive stat leaders after week 9

NILES — The high school football regular season is in the books and several local players turned in seasons to be proud of on offense. ... Read more

by Max Harden, Monday, October 23, 2023 3:19 pm

Berrien County

Niles Charter Township awarded $908,700 DNR Spark Grant for Community Park improvements

NILES CHARTER TOWNSHIP — A local park is one step closer to upgrading its facilities. Niles Charter Township was awarded with a $908,700 DNR Spark ... Read more

by Max Harden, Sunday, October 22, 2023 11:27 am

Business

Hidden Acres hosts annual Trunk or Treat, Fall Market

SILVER CREEK TOWNSHIP — Hidden Acres Safe Haven, 50582 Pleasant St., Dowagiac, hosted its annual Trunk or Treat amd Fall Market Saturday. Guests were able ... Read more

by Max Harden, Sunday, October 22, 2023 11:20 am

Community News

Niles’ Means-Flewellen, family share special Senior Night

NILES — Julian Means-Flewellen had a Senior Night he will never forget. The Niles senior tallied nine rushes for 250 yards and three touchdowns on ... Read more

by Max Harden, Saturday, October 21, 2023 6:44 pm

News

WATCH: Niles football routs Paw Paw to win Wolverine Conference

NILES — In a game for all the marbles, the Niles football team came out on top. The Vikings overwhelmed the undefeated Paw Paw Red ... Read more

by Max Harden, Saturday, October 21, 2023 11:12 am

Business

Business is buzzing: Dowagiac welcomes first marijuana dispensary

DOWAGIAC — A new Dowagiac business has “high” expectations for success. Marijuana dispensary Twisted Bee, 56271 M-51 S., opens its doors to the public Saturday ... Read more

by Max Harden, Saturday, October 21, 2023 5:00 am

High school football

Niles football wins Wolverine Conference title in 56-18 rout of No. 3 Paw Paw

For the first time in 22 years, the Niles Vikings are conference champions. Read more

by Max Harden, Saturday, October 21, 2023 12:47 am

Business

Niles District Library hosts ribbon-cutting for capital improvement projects

NILES — Community members gathered at the Niles District Library Tuesday to celebrate the completion of multiple facility projects. The library hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, October 20, 2023 7:00 pm

Community News

Miss Niles Scholarship Pageant sees participation soar as deadline nears

NILES — A local scholarship organization is gearing up for another year of timeless memories. The Miss Niles Scholarship Pageant is hard at work preparing ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, October 20, 2023 3:46 pm

Business

Dunkin’/Baskin Robbins opens in Niles

NILES — A hotly anticipated restaurant chain is now providing the Niles community with tasty drinks and sweet treats. Dunkin’/Baskin-Robbins opened its doors to the ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, October 20, 2023 1:00 pm

DEVELOPING NEWS

Dowagiac school board president resigns

DOWAGIAC — Dowagiac Union Schools is seeking applicants to fill a vacant board of education seat following the resignation of President Ruth Ausra, who submitted ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, October 20, 2023 11:50 am

Brandywine HS

The Leaderboard: Area defensive stat leaders after week 8

NILES — Some of the top defensive football players in the Leaderpub area continuing their impressive play as he approach the regular season finale. Leader ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, October 19, 2023 4:50 pm

Cass County

Cass County 100+ Women Who Care celebrates 10 years

MARCELLUS — The Cass County 100+ Women Who Care met for its 10th anniversary meeting on Monday, Oct. 16 at The Rock at Big Fish ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, October 19, 2023 10:52 am

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