Education
Lake Michigan College to seek millage renewal
BENTON HARBOR — A local college is asking taxpayers to support an operating millage proposal for the purpose of funding day-to-day operations. The Lake Michigan ...
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Berrien County
Rep. Paquette announces new 37th House District contact information
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — With the new year comes a new district for Rep. Brad Paquette (R-Niles). Due to redistricting, Paquette now represents the people of ...
by Max Harden, Monday, January 9, 2023 2:00 pm
Community News
Dowagiac pastor travels to Benin, presents research of 19th Century abolitionist
DOWAGIAC — A Dowagiac couple recently completed the trip of a lifetime in their quest to peel back the layers of the trans-Atlantic slave trade ...
by Max Harden, Monday, January 9, 2023 1:02 pm
Community News
McKee, Dixon crowned 2023 Mr. and Miss Niles
DOWAGIAC — The new Mr. and Miss Niles were crowned in style. When the dust settled, Audrey Dixon was crowned 87th Miss Niles 2023 Saturday ...
by Max Harden, Saturday, January 7, 2023 11:00 pm
Breaking News
Body found in Cass County field identified as 65-year-old Porter Township woman
CASS COUNTY — A body found in a LaGrange Township field Thursday afternoon was identified Friday by officials from the Cass County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff ...
by Max Harden, Saturday, January 7, 2023 10:56 am
Breaking News
Niles Mancino’s to close at end of month
NILES — A local restaurant announced it will be closing its doors later this month. Paul and Brenda Thrash, owners of Samuel Mancino’s Italian Eatery, ...
by Max Harden, Friday, January 6, 2023 6:12 pm
Community News
Local organizations to host annual MLK Community Breakfast
NILES — HOPE at Niles and Mount Calvary Baptist Church are gearing up to host their annual breakfast celebrating the life and legacy of Martin ...
by Max Harden, Friday, January 6, 2023 11:58 am
Community News
Keeler Township dedicates new town hall
KEELER TOWNSHIP — A local township welcomed its constituents to its new facility Tuesday evening. Keeler Township hosted a dedication for its new Township Hall ...
by Max Harden, Wednesday, January 4, 2023 10:00 am
Community News
Dowagiac school board president Ronda Sullivan passes away
DOWAGIAC — The Dowagiac community is in mourning following the passing of a prominent community member. Dowagiac Union Schools Superintendent Jonathan Whan announced that School ...
by Max Harden, Monday, January 2, 2023 2:45 pm
Community News
Life of community leader Leon Laylin remembered
DOWAGIAC – People across the city of Dowagiac are remembering the life and work of longtime Dowagiac City Council member Leon Laylin. He passed away ...
by Max Harden, Saturday, December 31, 2022 12:05 pm
Edwardsburg
Niles man killed in single-vehicle Milton Township crash
MILTON TOWNSHIP — A 65-year-old Niles man was killed in a single vehicle fatal crash in Milton Township Wednesday evening, according to the Michigan State ...
by Max Harden, Thursday, December 29, 2022 10:42 am
Local Government
Niles Charter Township looks back at 2022, ahead to 2023
NILES CHARTER TOWNSHIP — 2022 is winding down for Niles Charter Township, with 2023 right around the corner. On behalf of the township’s Board of ...
by Max Harden, Thursday, December 29, 2022 6:00 am
Business
Round Barn announces plans to open restaurant, pub in former Niles church
NILES — A local business group announced its plans to open a new restaurant and pub inside a building once home to a Niles church. ...
by Max Harden, Wednesday, December 28, 2022 9:38 pm
Business
19th annual Hunter Ice Festival to take place Jan. 13-15
NILES — One of the Niles community’s most popular events is set to take shape in a few weeks. The 19th annual Hunter Ice Festival ...
by Max Harden, Wednesday, December 28, 2022 3:30 pm
Cass County
Pokagon officer named 2022 Indian Country Task Force Officer of the Year
DOWAGIAC — A local law enforcement officer has been recognized for his efforts to serve the community. Brian Beauchamp, a Detective Lieutenant for the Pokagon ...
by Max Harden, Wednesday, December 28, 2022 9:15 am
Berrien County
Congressman Fred Upton announces father’s passing
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Fred Upton, R-St. Joseph, today announced that his 98-year-old father, Steve Upton, also of St. Joseph, passed away peacefully this morning. A ...
by Max Harden, Tuesday, December 27, 2022 2:28 pm
Business
Taqueria Don Chepe opens in new East Main location
NILES — A popular Mexican restaurant is ready for business after relocating to its new space. Taqueria Don Chepe opened the doors to its new ...
by Max Harden, Monday, December 26, 2022 2:04 pm
Community News
FSU’s Murphy finishes 2nd in ‘D2 Heisman’ voting
MCKINNEY, TX — Ferris State University edge-rusher Caleb Murphy had a historic 2022 season – one of the best ever by a defender – that ...
by Max Harden, Friday, December 16, 2022 9:20 pm
Business
Mexican restaurant to relocate to former Smokin’ D BBQ building
NILES — A popular Mexican eatery will soon be moving to its new home. Taqueria Don Chepe, 1140 S. 11th St. is gearing up to ...
by Max Harden, Friday, December 16, 2022 5:19 pm
Cass County
Vandalia man gets prison time on armed robbery, assault charges
CASSOPOLIS – A Vandalia man is going back to prison after violently assaulting the woman he met online earlier this year. Zachary Ryan Williams, 26, ...
by Max Harden, Friday, December 16, 2022 2:00 pm
Community News
Niles High School class completes gingerbread house project
NILES — Local high school students put their culinary skills to the test this holiday season. Niles High School’s culinary class, taught by Rebekah Rinehart, ...
by Max Harden, Thursday, December 15, 2022 2:11 pm
Community News
Family bonds propel Murphy brothers to success on football field
BIG RAPIDS — It was a family affair for Dowagiac natives Caleb and Cailyn Murphy Saturday afternoon at Ferris State University. Fresh off the Bulldogs’ ...
by Max Harden, Wednesday, December 14, 2022 11:30 am
Education
APPLEGATE: Strong family-school relationships are key to student success
Every school district aims to foster a community that shares its mission to provide children with a safe space to grow academically and create meaningful ...
by Max Harden, Tuesday, December 13, 2022 4:04 pm
Community News
Dowagiac flag in contention for best in North America
DOWAGIAC — Dowagiac’s new city flag is being recognized for its design as part of a nationwide poll. The flag is in contention for the ...
by Max Harden, Tuesday, December 13, 2022 3:40 pm
Cassopolis
Penn Township residents speak out against local marijuana grow sites
PENN TOWNSHIP — Penn Township residents are speaking out about the impact local marijuana grows are having on the community. Monday evening, the Penn Township ...
by Max Harden, Tuesday, December 13, 2022 11:00 am
SportsPlus
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