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Cass County

Dowagiac resident, South Bend teen injured in two-vehicle Volinia Township crash

VOLINIA TOWNSHIP — A 73 year-old Dowagiac resident and a South Bend teen were hospitalized Friday afternoon following a two-vehicle Volinia Township crash, according to ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, April 7, 2023 7:14 pm

Business

Community weighs in on Ontwa Township development proposal

ONTWA TOWNSHIP — People in Ontwa Township and Edwardsburg are voicing their concerns about a potential new development in the community. Community members spoke out ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, April 7, 2023 11:18 am

Berrien County

Authorities seek help locating gas station robbery suspect

NILES CHARTER TOWNSHIP — The Berrien County Sheriff’s Department is asking for the public’s help in the identification of a suspect involved in an armed ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, April 6, 2023 2:41 pm

Cass County

Dowagiac woman, children injured in single vehicle Pokagon Township crash

POKAGON TOWNSHIP — A Dowagiac woman and three children were injured Thursday morning in a single vehicle crash in Pokagon Township, according to the Cass ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, April 6, 2023 1:23 pm

Business

Local skating rink listed for sale

HOWARD TOWNSHIP — A local skating rink that has served as a source of entertainment for decades has been listed for sale. Skate-A-Rama, 1010 Huntly ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, April 6, 2023 8:08 am

Business

Niles martial arts school relocates

NILES — Mark Daley was in his element Tuesday evening. Daley, founder of Copa Jiu Jitsu Niles, roamed the mat inside the school’s new, spacious ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, April 5, 2023 1:35 pm

Business

New discount store opens in Cassopolis

CASSOPOLIS — Local bargain hunters are finding deals at a store that turns unwanted items into treasure. Daniel Hossler and Dave Hossler-Lamp, of Decatur, opened ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, April 4, 2023 3:38 pm

Business

Dowagiac Planning Commission approves site plans for marijuana retailers

DOWAGIAC — Cannabis in Dowagiac is blazing ahead. The Dowagiac Planning Commission unanimously approved site plans for two marijuana retailers – The ReLeaf Center and ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, April 4, 2023 11:50 am

Business

Cassopolis ranch to host adoption event for wild horses, burros

CASSOPOLIS —  Local residents interested in taking home a wild horse will have that opportunity, thanks to a government program.  The Bureau of Land Management ... Read more

by Max Harden, Monday, April 3, 2023 3:08 pm

Community News

Long-awaited downtown sidewalk project begins in Niles

NILES — Northern Construction Services workers were on site Monday morning as Niles’ Downtown Sidewalk Replacement Project got underway.  The project will consist of removal ... Read more

by Max Harden, Monday, April 3, 2023 12:02 pm

Buchanan

WATCH: Buchanan’s Fifteen-2-Twelve BBQ hosts grand opening ceremony

BUCHANAN — Buchanan’s newest restaurant business hosted a grand opening ceremony Friday afternoon complete with drinks, tours and snacks. Fifteen-2-Twelve, 15212 Redbud Trail, Buchanan, is ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, March 31, 2023 5:03 pm

Community News

Severe storms to threaten Southwest Michigan tonight

SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — A strong cold front will move across the area early tonight and bring thunderstorms with strong to possibly damaging winds, according to ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, March 31, 2023 3:00 pm

Cassopolis HS

Edwardsburg names Dan Purlee new head football coach

EDWARDSBURG — Edwardsburg Public Schools did not have to look far to find its next varsity head football coach. The district announced its hiring of ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, March 31, 2023 1:05 pm

Berrien County

Rep. Walberg opens downtown Niles district office

NILES — The Riverfront Square parking lot in downtown Niles was packed for a special occasion Friday morning.  Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-05) hosted an open ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, March 31, 2023 12:41 pm

Community News

Former Niles Charter Township Supervisor honored for years of service

NILES — Niles Charter Township Board of Trustees presented former Township Supervisor Jim Stover with a special tribute certificate from the State of Michigan Thursday ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, March 31, 2023 10:25 am

Business

Husband, wife relocate businesses to downtown Niles storefront

NILES — A long-held dream is becoming a reality for Eddie Torres and Erin Hamilton-Torres. The couple has been busy relocating their two ventures – ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, March 30, 2023 3:45 pm

Community News

Rep. Walberg to open first-ever Niles District Office

NILES — For the first time ever, a congressional district office will call the City of Niles home. Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-05) will be opening ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, March 29, 2023 7:45 pm

Community News

WATCH: Niles Community Schools hosts ribbon-cutting ceremony for new turf field

NILES — A new addition to a local school district was celebrated with much fanfare Wednesday afternoon. Niles Community Schools officials, teachers, community members and ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, March 29, 2023 5:55 pm

Business

Four Flags Antique Mall finds new ownership

NILES — Owning a business has been a dream for TJ Sears as long as he can remember. So when the opportunity to purchase Four ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, March 29, 2023 2:12 pm

Community News

Mt. Calvary Baptist Church to host 5K Walk April 8

NILES — A local church is aiming to bring the community together with its new Easter weekend event. Mt. Calvary Baptist Church will host its ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, March 28, 2023 3:30 pm

Education

Edwardsburg Public Schools to host superintendent interviews

EDWARDSBURG — The Edwardsburg Public Schools Board of Education continues to move forward with the process of selecting a new superintendent of schools. During its ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, March 28, 2023 1:35 pm

Community News

Fourth of July fireworks show set for July 3

NILES — Bright, colorful lights will be returning to Niles’ night sky on Fourth of July weekend. The Niles City Council moved to approve the ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, March 28, 2023 11:48 am

Cass County

Union man injured after being struck by vehicle in Porter Township

PORTER TOWNSHIP — A 34-year-old Union man was injured Monday morning after being struck by a vehicle in Porter Township, according to the Cass County ... Read more

by Max Harden, Monday, March 27, 2023 12:53 pm

Community News

24-hour fitness center opens in Sister Lakes

SISTER LAKES — A new business allows Sister Lakes area residents to pursue and achieve their fitness goals from the comfort of their own community. ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, March 24, 2023 10:00 am

Business

New discount store opens in Niles Charter Township

NILES CHARTER TOWNSHIP — A new business is bringing bargain items to the Niles community. Niles resident Donna Tolley recently opened Mrs. Bell’s Bargains at ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, March 23, 2023 5:37 pm

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