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Niles residents weigh in on upcoming Pride festival

NILES — Community members were given the opportunity to hash out their opinions Monday evening regarding the upcoming Niles Pride Festival. More than a dozen ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, June 13, 2023 2:58 pm

Community News

2023 Niles Pride Festival receives green light from city council

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, Monday, June 12, 2023 7:50 pm

Business

Skeeter The Clown comes to town ahead of next week’s Dowagiac circus

DOWAGIAC — The City of Dowagiac played host to a big-top performer Monday morning. Culpepper and Merriweather Circus’s Skeeter The Clown was in Dowagiac to ... Read more

by Max Harden, Monday, June 12, 2023 4:30 pm

Buchanan Education

2023 Honor Credit Union Scholarship winners announced

SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — A regional credit union recently awarded more than $25,000 to area high school graduates. Honor Credit Union officials said they are proud ... Read more

by Max Harden, Monday, June 12, 2023 1:40 pm

Community News

SMC Brass Band opens Dowagiac Summer Concert Series

DOWAGIAC — Community members assembled as a summer tradition returned to downtown Dowagiac Thursday evening. The Dowagiac Summer Concert Series returned to the Dowagiac Library ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, June 9, 2023 6:00 pm

Business

Former Detroit Lions players, Primitiv owners emphasize workplace culture

NILES — It was a star-studded affair at the Greater Niles Chamber of Commerce’s Chamber Pulse Luncheon Wednesday at The Morris Estate. NFL Hall of ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, June 9, 2023 3:25 pm

Community News

Dowagiac Chamber previews Home and Garden Tour sites

DOWAGIAC — Guests attending the Dowagiac Area History Musem’s Spring Lecture Series finale Wednesday were presented with a sneak peak of an event 32 years ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, June 9, 2023 11:04 am

Business

Greater Niles Chamber of Commerce celebrates business award winners

NILES — The Greater Niles Chamber of Commerce recognized local leaders who have helped the city and its businesses to flourish during its annual Chamber ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, June 8, 2023 5:00 pm

Business

Dowagiac’s Holland promoted to Market Sector Leader at Wightman

BENTON HARBOR — Wightman, a multi-disciplinary civil engineering, architecture, and survey firm, announced Thursday that Dowagiac resident Stefany Holland has been promoted from commercial market ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, June 8, 2023 3:21 pm

Business

Cassopolis farm’s goat grazing program clearing weeds, brush one bite at a time

CASS COUNTY — A local farm is not kidding around when it comes to weed and brush control in Michiana. Willowbrook Farms, owned and operated ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, June 7, 2023 3:29 pm

Cassopolis

Dowagiac, Cassopolis theatre programs earn WAVE Performing Arts Awards

BENTON HARBOR — Two local high schools took home hardware in the second annual WAVE Awards for Excellence in High School Musical Theatre at the ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, June 7, 2023 10:58 am

Berrien County

Niles to host annual Juneteenth festival

NILES — A group of local businesswomen are gearing up for an annual event to promote education and community betterment. The third annual Juneteenth We ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, June 6, 2023 2:40 pm

Community News

Downtown Niles to host inaugural Pride Festival

NILES — A new, inclusive event is coming to downtown Niles this month. The Niles Pride Committee is gearing up to host its inaugural Niles ... Read more

by Max Harden, Monday, June 5, 2023 4:22 pm

High school baseball

Brandywine baseball loses heartbreaker to Bridgman in D3 district championship

The Brandywine baseball team's postseason journey came to a gut-wrenching end Saturday night. Read more

by Max Harden, Monday, June 5, 2023 11:24 am

Cass County

Two injured after vehicle crashes into building in Mason Township

MASON TOWNSHIP — Two 56-year-old Jones residents received minor injuries after their vehicle struck a building in Mason Township Saturday evening, according to the Cass ... Read more

by Max Harden, Monday, June 5, 2023 10:03 am

Brandywine Education

PHOTO STORY: Brandywine graduates Class of 2023

NILES CHARTER TOWNSHIP — 75 students walked across the Brandywine gymnasium stage for the last time Sunday afternoon as Brandywine High School celebrated its Class ... Read more

by Max Harden, Sunday, June 4, 2023 6:25 pm

Business

Renowned music merchandise brand sets up shop at Niles Bluegrass Festival

NILES — At the Niles Bluegrass Festival, a new local business is giving community members a glimpse of what is to come. Jen Tabor, owner ... Read more

by Max Harden, Saturday, June 3, 2023 11:30 am

Community News

Bluegrass Festival returns to Niles for 21st year

NILES — The sounds of string instruments filled the air around the amphitheater at Riverfront Park as day two of the 21st annual Niles Bluegrass ... Read more

by Max Harden, Saturday, June 3, 2023 9:20 am

Dowagiac

Rep. Walberg hosts Military Service Academy Open House in Dowagiac

DOWAGIAC — Representative Walberg’s Dowagiac Military Service Academy Open House took place on Thursday evening, with representatives from West Point, the U.S. Coast Guard, Merchant ... Read more

by Max Harden, Saturday, June 3, 2023 8:34 am

Buchanan

BASC Pride Committee announces inaugural Pride on The Common event

BUCHANAN — June is Pride month and a local organization is getting ready to celebrate. The Buchanan Area Senior Center Pride Committee is hosting the ... Read more

by Max Harden, Saturday, June 3, 2023 5:00 am

Education

PHOTO STORY: Niles High School graduates Class of 2023

NILES — A day 13 years in the making arrived for Niles High School seniors Thursday night. 172 seniors took the field at Vikings Stadium ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, June 2, 2023 2:20 pm

Business

Local donut shops, bakeries celebrate National Donut Day

SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — June 2 is National Donut Day and local donut shops and bakeries are stocked to satisfy the taste buds of customers. Established ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, June 2, 2023 10:50 am

Community News

City of Niles staff to host second Meet & Greet June 15 at Riverfront Park

NNILES — The City of Niles is excited to announce their second Meet & Greet to be held on Thursday, June  15, from 4:00pm-6:00pm at ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, June 1, 2023 7:00 pm

Business

2023 Dowagiac Summer Concert Series lineup announced

DOWAGIAC — One of Dowagiac’s most popular events is set to take the stage once again this summer. The Dowagiac Summer Concert Series is set ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, May 31, 2023 4:13 pm

Education

Niles non-traditional programs graduate Class of 2023

NILES — Dozens of friends, family and community members gathered at Michiana Christian Embassy, 1922 E. Main St., Niles, Tuesday night as 57 graduates from ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, May 31, 2023 2:05 pm

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