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Community News

Dowagiac to host big-top circus June 20

DOWAGIAC — The circus is coming to the Grand Old City. The Culpepper & Merriweather Circus will raise its big top tent in Dowagiac Tuesday, ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, May 31, 2023 12:30 pm

Dowagiac

None injured in Dowagiac residential fire

DOWAGIAC — No one was injured in a multi-story residential fire in the City of Dowagiac Monday night, according to the Dowagiac City Fire Department. ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, May 30, 2023 4:10 pm

Community News

PHOTO STORY: Run To Remember Memorial Day 5K races through Niles

NILES — A local nonprofit was able to bring the community together with its Memorial Day event. Niles nonprofit Remarkable Inc. and wear blue: run ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, May 30, 2023 1:00 pm

Community News

PHOTO STORY: Dowagiac hosts 2023 Memorial Day Parade

DOWAGIAC — Veterans, community members and city leaders gathered for a day of remembrance to cap off an extended holiday weekend.  The city of Dowagiac ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, May 30, 2023 12:13 pm

Community News

PHOTO STORY: Niles hosts 2023 Memorial Day Parade

NILES — A vibrant string of floats, vehicles and city officials paraded down Main Street Monday morning in honor of the men and women who ... Read more

by Max Harden, Monday, May 29, 2023 1:11 pm

Cass County

Man convicted for attempted murder, 9 felonies in 2022 Cass County shooting

CASSOPOLIS — A Cass County man who tried to enter a Vandalia Dollar General to “hunt humans” in July of last year was found guilty ... Read more

by Max Harden, Sunday, May 28, 2023 10:00 am

Buchanan

PHOTO STORY: Buchanan High graduates Class of 2023

BUCHANAN — In front of all of the flashing lights, the Buchanan community packed Memorial Field stands to see the Class of 2023 together for ... Read more

by Max Harden, Saturday, May 27, 2023 9:00 am

Cass County

Cass County hosts Historic Courthouse open house

CASSOPOLIS — The Cass County Historic Courthouse has faithfully watched over the Village of Cassopolis for 124 years. After nearly two decades of vacancy, county ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, May 26, 2023 4:08 pm

Business

‘It’s overwhelming’: Ferry Street Resource Center thankful for community support following fire

NILES — A local nonprofit that lost its home when the historic Ferry Street School was destroyed in a fire two weeks ago is continuing ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, May 26, 2023 1:00 pm

Community News

2023 Memorial Day Parade Schedules

From Buchanan to Dowagiac, there are plenty of parades to choose from on Memorial Day this year. Here is a roundup of our area’s Memorial ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, May 25, 2023 4:14 pm

Education

Edwardsburg names new athletic director

EDWARDSBURG — A familiar face in the Edwardsburg community will be serving as the high school’s new athletic director. The Edwardsburg Public Schools Board of ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, May 25, 2023 1:09 pm

Community News

Nonprofit to honor military heroes with Niles Memorial Day 5K

NILES — A local nonprofit is aiming to bring the community together with its Memorial Day event. Niles nonprofit Remarkable Inc. and wear blue: run ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, May 25, 2023 12:11 pm

Business

Sticky Spoons Jam to open Niles storefront

BERRIEN TOWNSHIP — A popular small business is preparing to provide its tasty creations in its first storefront. Sticky Spoons Jam, a veteran-owned business specializing ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, May 25, 2023 8:41 am

Business

Niles approves provisional marijuana grower license

NILES — A new marijuana business is setting up shop in Niles. The Niles City Council voted 6-1 to grant GenTerra, LLC permission to obtain ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, May 23, 2023 3:00 pm

Cassopolis

Cassopolis Ross Beatty announces Class of 2023 Top 10

CASSOPOLIS — The administration and staff at Cassopolis Ross Beatty High School are proud to announce the Top Ten Graduates from the Class of 2023.  ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, May 23, 2023 1:42 pm

Brandywine Education

‘Porn Pandemic’ film showing at Brandywine school board meeting prompts walkout

NILES CHARTER TOWNSHIP — Books and pornography were the trending topics at the Brandywine Community Schools Board of Education meeting Monday night. After a lengthy ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, May 23, 2023 11:14 am

Berrien County

Local MSU alumni club to host annual Steak & Suds event June 13

BERRIEN COUNTY — The Berrien County Michigan State University Spartans Alumni Club will hold its annual Steak & Suds Event 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, ... Read more

by Max Harden, Monday, May 22, 2023 1:36 pm

Crime/Court

Bond violation leads to drug arrest in Niles

NILES — A bond violation led to the arrest of a Benton Harbor man Friday in the City of Niles, according to Michigan State Police. ... Read more

by Max Harden, Monday, May 22, 2023 10:27 am

Brandywine Education

Brandywine elementary schools host inaugural Career Days

NILES CHARTER TOWNSHIP — Students at Merritt and Brandywine Elementary Schools got to experience potential future career paths Friday. The two schools hosted inaugural career ... Read more

by Max Harden, Saturday, May 20, 2023 11:32 am

Berrien County

WATCH: ESS 6 Degrees Resale hosts ribbon-cutting for new location

BENTON HARBOR — One of Southwest Michigan’s most popular resale stores has reopened at a new location. ESS 6 Degrees Resale, formerly 6 Degrees, hosted ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, May 19, 2023 4:37 pm

Community News

Downtown Niles bookstore to close, relocate

NILES — A local bookstore will be temporarily closing its doors as it searches for a new location. Shelf Life Community Book Store’s last day ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, May 19, 2023 2:50 pm

Business

Cassopolis set to host 2023 Beach Bash June 2-3

CASSOPOLIS — From food trucks and fireworks to a beer garden and live music, one local community is pulling out all the stops for its ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, May 19, 2023 12:09 pm

Business

Marion Magnolia Farms to host annual artisan market Sunday

CASSOPOLIS — A local event space is gearing up for one of its biggest events of the year. Marion Magnolia Farms, 57376 Twin Lakes Road, ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, May 18, 2023 5:29 pm

Cass County

Cass County honors fallen deputy at memorial service

CASSOPOLIS — The Cass County Sheriff’s Office spent Wednesday afternoon honoring a deputy who died in the line of duty. Dozens of guests – officers, ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, May 17, 2023 2:56 pm

Crime/Court

Search warrant leads to drug, stolen property arrest in Pokagon Township

POKAGON TOWNSHIP — A theft investigation led to the arrest of one individual Wednesday morning in Pokagon Township, according to the Cass County Drug Enforcement ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, May 17, 2023 11:33 am

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