Cass County
Search warrant leads to drug arrests in Wayne Township
WAYNE TOWNSHIP — A narcotics investigation led to the arrest of three individuals Thursday morning in Wayne Township According to the Cass County Drug Enforcement ...
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Business
Dowagiac woman launches podcast highlighting women in media, entertainment, technology
DOWAGIAC — A Dowagiac woman with more than 25 years of experience in media, entertainment and technology is using her voice and platform to highlight ...
by Max Harden, Wednesday, May 3, 2023 2:57 pm
Buchanan
Buchanan schools bond proposal fails again
BUCHANAN — A bond proposal from Buchanan Community Schools was turned down by voters for the second time in less than a year, based on ...
by Max Harden, Tuesday, May 2, 2023 11:18 pm
Cass County
Cass County voters approve school operating millages
CASS COUNTY — Voters overwhelmingly approved operating millages for Cassopolis Public Schools, Dowagiac Union Schools and Edwardsburg Public Schools during Tuesday’s special elections, according to ...
by Max Harden, Tuesday, May 2, 2023 10:39 pm
Community News
Niles Charter Township approves short-term rental ordinance
NILES CHARTER TOWNSHIP — There are new rules for short term rentals in Niles Charter Township. The NCT Board of Trustees unanimously approved an ordinance ...
by Max Harden, Tuesday, May 2, 2023 1:10 pm
Community News
Undrafted, Murphy joins Titans with chip on his shoulder
DOWAGIAC — 259 players heard their names called during the 2023 NFL Draft and Caleb Murphy was not one of them. With an impressive final ...
by Max Harden, Sunday, April 30, 2023 8:13 pm
Breaking News
Dowagiac’s Murphy signs UDFA deal with Tennessee Titans
DOWAGIAC — Caleb Murphy is officially a pro. The former Dowagiac and Ferris State standout has signed an undrafted free agent deal with the Tennessee ...
by Max Harden, Saturday, April 29, 2023 7:19 pm
Community News
Dowagiac 175: P.D. Beckwith, Round Oak and The Industrial Revolution
2023 marks the 175th anniversary of the founding of Dowagiac. To celebrate this milestone, Leader Publications – with help from the Dowagiac Area History Museum ...
by Max Harden, Saturday, April 29, 2023 10:00 am
Business
CARMI Design Group relocates to downtown Niles
Niles — CARMI Design Group team members were joined by clients, family, friends and Greater Niles Chamber of Commerce members Tuesday for a ribbon cutting ...
by Max Harden, Saturday, April 29, 2023 8:00 am
Cassopolis
Cassopolis Village Manager honored by Municipal League
CASSOPOLIS — A local municipal manager was recently recognized by the Michigan Municipal League for their leadership. Cassopolis Village Manager Emilie LaGrow recently accepted a ...
by Max Harden, Friday, April 28, 2023 4:30 pm
2023 NFL Draft
Tamantha Parrish-Murphy reflects on son’s journey to the NFL Draft
Tamantha Parrish-Murphy has been her son's biggest fan every step of the way as friends and family hope to hear Caleb Murphy's name called during ...
by Max Harden, Friday, April 28, 2023 12:52 pm
2023 NFL Draft
Niles business owner recalls his NFL Draft experience
Dowagiac native Caleb Murphy is hoping to hear his name called during the draft this weekend. While NFL draft preparation is something few in the ...
by Max Harden, Friday, April 28, 2023 11:03 am
Business
A touch of Texas: Dowagiac native to open new boutique in downtown Niles
NILES — A new clothing store is bringing a touch of Texas to southwest Michigan. Dani Morgan’s Boutique, 111 E. Main St., Niles, is gearing ...
by Max Harden, Friday, April 28, 2023 8:00 am
Business
Niles Brewing Co. hosts local author Q&A
NILES — Katherine Higgs-Coulthard has always had a passion for writing. From writing on the limb of a Sycamore tree when she was an elementary ...
by Max Harden, Thursday, April 27, 2023 5:12 pm
Community News
Niles appoints new school board member
NILES — Niles Community Schools’ new board member is no stranger to the community. The school board voted for Kelly Gaideski to be appointed to ...
by Max Harden, Thursday, April 27, 2023 6:53 am
Dowagiac
Dowagiac’s 2023 valedictorians, salutatorian share Chieftains experiences
DOWAGIAC — Six Dowagiac Union High School seniors will take the commencement stage as the top academic members of the 2023 graduating class. Kaylee Brooks, ...
by Max Harden, Wednesday, April 26, 2023 1:43 pm
Berrien County
MDOT announces permanent closure of Niles-Buchanan loop ramps to US-31
NILES — Access to a major interchange will be closed permanently this week, according to the Michigan Department of Transportation. As part of the northbound ...
by Max Harden, Tuesday, April 25, 2023 3:53 pm
Crime/Court
Niles woman gets probation for bringing contraband into jail
NILES — A Niles woman who brought drugs into the Berrien County Jail last fall was sentenced to probation Monday in Berrien County Trial Court. ...
by Max Harden, Tuesday, April 25, 2023 2:16 pm
Business
Dowagiac Chamber to host national BBQ festival, competition
DOWAGIAC — This year, Dowagiac’s annual summer festival will have a new flavor. The Greater Dowagiac Chamber of Commerce is hosting its inaugural Doe-Wah-Jack Bar-Bee-Cue, ...
by Max Harden, Monday, April 24, 2023 5:01 pm
Crime/Court
Niles man gets prison time for fleeing police
NILES — A Niles man received prison time Monday in Berrien County Trial Court for fleeing police last summer. Diamond Ramone King, 37, of Niles, ...
by Max Harden, Monday, April 24, 2023 2:58 pm
Buchanan
Buchanan commissioners narrow search for City Manager
BUCHANAN — A familiar name is among the three finalists for the Buchanan city manager job. Former Niles City Councilman Robert Durm will be one ...
by Max Harden, Monday, April 24, 2023 12:56 pm
Community News
Pokagon Band to host fundraiser for students competing in 2023 North American Indigenous Games
DOWAGIAC — The Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians recently announce a fundraising event to support Pokagon Youth and Dowagiac High School student athletes Devin Rock ...
by Max Harden, Monday, April 24, 2023 6:00 am
Community News
PHOTO STORY: LifePlan Hero Run draws hundreds to Niles
NILES — Heroes of all ages descended upon downtown Niles to thwart villainy and participate in the annual LifePlan Hero Run 5K and 10K. The ...
by Max Harden, Saturday, April 22, 2023 6:00 pm
Business
Niles coffee shop donates supplies to local autism classroom
NILES — A local business is doing its part to help address autism needs in the community. The coffee shop recently purchased essential equipment and ...
by Max Harden, Saturday, April 22, 2023 3:30 pm
Community News
ESC to host inaugural Hero Run event
EDWARDSBURG — A local organization is aiming to bring the community together with its new Memorial Day event. The Edwardsburg Sports Complex, 27566 US-12, is ...
by Max Harden, Friday, April 21, 2023 12:10 pm
SportsPlus
Best Bets for NCAA Basketball Picks Against the Spread for Wednesday, November 27
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How to Watch Top 25 College Basketball Games – Wednesday, November 27
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Top 25 College Hoops Picks Against the Spread – Wednesday, November 27
There are 11 games featuring a ranked team on the Wednesday college basketball schedule, including the Texas A&M…
NFL Week 13 Picks Against the Spread, Tips and Predictions
Our best bet against the spread on the NFL’s Week 13 schedule is Chargers -1.5 — keep reading…
