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Dowagiac

Dowagiac man injured in motorcycle crash

HOWARD TOWNSHIP — A 72-year-old Dowagiac man was injured after his motorcycle left the road and crashed in Howard Township Thursday morning, according to the ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, June 22, 2023 9:15 am

Cass County

Dowagiac man, woman injured in two-vehicle Wayne Township crash

WAYNE TOWNSHIP — A 21-year-old Dowagiac woman and a 29-year-old Dowagiac man were injured after their vehicles collided Wednesday afternoon in Wayne Township, according to ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, June 22, 2023 8:19 am

Community News

Niles sisters publish children’s book about self-love, appreciation

NILES — Two sisters have combined their talents to publish a book they hope will inspire children for generations to come. Audrey and Aliea Bakerson ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, June 21, 2023 3:52 pm

Crime/Court

Search warrant leads to drug arrests in Dowagiac

DOWAGIAC — A narcotics investigation led to the arrest of three individuals Tuesday morning in Dowagiac, according to the Cass County Drug Enforcement Team. At ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, June 21, 2023 2:00 pm

Community News

Niles artist completes new downtown mural

NILES — A colorful new mural in downtown Niles was created to greet community members and visitors alike for years to come. Niles artist Taylor ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, June 21, 2023 1:04 pm

Crime/Court

Dowagiac police investigating armed robbery

DOWAGIAC — Dowagiac police said they are investigating an armed robbery that happened at a local liquor store. At approximately 11:40 p.m. Tuesday, Dowagiac Police ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, June 21, 2023 12:03 pm

Community News

PHOTO STORY: Circus serves up fun in Dowagiac

DOWAGIAC — Dozens of people gathered under the big-top tent Tuesday for an evening filled with family fun. The City of Dowagiac played host to ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, June 21, 2023 6:00 am

Business

Oscar Meyer Frankmobile visits Dowagiac Family Fare

DOWAGIAC — Community members riding through Dowagiac Monday were able to interact with the iconic “hot dog on wheels.” The Oscar Meyer Frankmobile visited the ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, June 20, 2023 2:02 pm

Community News

PHOTO STORY: Third annual Juneteenth festival returns to Plym Park

NILES — Community members gathered at Plym Park Monday for an afternoon of friendship, fun and education. Dozens of people from Niles and beyond attended ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, June 20, 2023 1:21 pm

Business

PHOTO STORY: Circus hosts tent-raising show in Dowagiac

DOWAGIAC — The circus has arrived in the Grand Old City. Community members gathered at the lot behind Tractor Supply Tuesday morning for the Culpepper ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, June 20, 2023 11:00 am

Business

Hydro to relocate technology center to Cassopolis

CASSOPOLIS — A new local company will be expanding its footprint in Cassopolis. Hydro, an aluminum recycling plant finishing up construction of its state-of-the-art facility ... Read more

by Max Harden, Monday, June 19, 2023 1:50 pm

Berrien County

Woman killed in Baroda shooting

BARODA TOWNSHIP — A Baroda woman was killed after being shot on her patio Sunday afternoon, according to a news release from Michigan State Police. ... Read more

by Max Harden, Monday, June 19, 2023 10:28 am

Business

PHOTO STORY: Inaugural Pride festival draws hundreds to Niles

NILES — Hundreds of people of all ages, genders and backgrounds descended on Riverfront Park Saturday to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community at the Niles Pride ... Read more

by Max Harden, Sunday, June 18, 2023 5:00 am

Edwardsburg

Edwardsburg man hospitalized after tractor rollover crash

JEFFERSON TOWNSHIP — An 88-year-old Edwardsburg man was hospitalized Saturday evening after his tractor rolled over and landed on top of him, according to the ... Read more

by Max Harden, Saturday, June 17, 2023 11:20 pm

Cassopolis

Niles man gets jail time for attempted assault

 CASSOPOLIS — A Niles man who threatened a neighbor with a gun was sentenced to jail Friday in Cass County Circuit Court.  Darious Dean Hradel, ... Read more

by Max Harden, Saturday, June 17, 2023 2:30 pm

Buchanan

Buchanan’s Thrill on the Hill event announces entertainment lineup

BUCHANAN — Buchanan’s annual Thrill on the Hill Event, a weekend festival featuring music, food, and the main attraction: a five-hundred-foot water slide that runs ... Read more

by Max Harden, Saturday, June 17, 2023 8:00 am

Business

New pool service business opens in Niles

NILES CHARTER TOWNSHIP — A new business has opened its doors to help community members beat the heat as summer begins. Fun N The Sun ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, June 16, 2023 3:25 pm

Berrien County

Bertrand Township armed robbery suspects arrested

BERTRAND TOWNSHIP — Two suspects are in custody following an armed robbery Thursday morning in Bertrand Township, according to the Berrien County Sheriff’s Office. At ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, June 15, 2023 4:45 pm

Community News

Cailyn in the House: Dowagiac native reflects on White House visit

WASHINGTON D.C. — A former Dowagiac football standout had the experience of a lifetime Monday morning. Dowagiac native and Ferris State football player Cailyn Murphy ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, June 15, 2023 2:45 pm

Dowagiac

Dowagiac Union High announces second semester honor roll

DOWAGIAC — Dowagiac Union High School recently released its honor roll for its second semester, ending June 8. Students who achieved a 4.0 GPA are ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, June 15, 2023 11:29 am

Community News

Niles donates $2,500 to Fort St. Joseph Archaeology Open House

NILES — The Niles City Council moved to make sure community members can experience the city’s rich past. The council voted unanimously to approve a ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, June 14, 2023 2:47 pm

Community News

Niles City Council approves two downtown mural projects

NILES — Two planned murals aim to enhance the downtown Niles scenery. The Niles City Council unanimously approved two mural projects – one to be ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, June 14, 2023 12:18 pm

Business

Construction begins on East Main Dollar General

NILES — Construction has begun on a Dollar General location along East Main Street in Niles. The Niles Planning Commission approved a site plan for ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, June 14, 2023 10:13 am

Business

Downtown Niles hosts Market Crawl event

NILES — Downtown Niles was the place to be Sunday afternoon as businesses hosted the Downtown Market Crawl. From noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, 16 ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, June 13, 2023 6:30 pm

Community News

‘We need more love’: Niles City Council green lights inaugural Pride festival

NILES — A planned Pride Month event was the hot topic at the Niles City Council meeting Monday night. After listening to more than one ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, June 13, 2023 3:09 pm

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