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Business

Blues Brothers delight at Blues’d and Infused cannabis festival

NILES — Music fans, movie buffs and cannabis connoisseurs from near and far journeyed to Riverfront Park South Saturday, Aug. 20 for one purpose. Hollywood ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, August 24, 2022 5:00 pm

Community News

Michiana Harvest Blues Festival returns to Edwardsburg Sept. 4

EDWARDSBURG —The annual Michiana Harvest Blues Festival is returning to Edwardsburg Sunday, Sept. 4 at the Edwardsburg Sports Complex, 27566 US Highway 12, Edwardsburg. The ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, August 24, 2022 3:26 pm

Business

New Niles urgent care facility expected to open this fall

NILES — Local residents will soon have a new place to go to obtain the health care services they need. Construction on a WellNow Urgent ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, August 24, 2022 12:59 pm

Business

Local entrepreneurs to transform former Carnegie Library into entertainment venue

NILES — A historic Niles building will soon be home to an entertainment venue filled with laughter. The Niles City Council voted unanimously to authorize ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, August 23, 2022 1:38 pm

Niles Fire Department

Community News

Niles City Council approves purchase of $75,000 fire department turnout gear

NILES — The Niles City Council authorized the purchase of turn-out gear including helmets and boots for the Niles Fire Department during its Monday meeting. ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, August 23, 2022 11:00 am

Business

Niles woman publishes first children’s book

NILES — In a nutshell, writing a book was never on artist Allison Sumrall’s creative radar growing up. All it took is for one idea ... Read more

by Max Harden, Monday, August 22, 2022 3:30 pm

Berrien County

Llamapalooza: Llamas take the stage at Berrien County Youth Fair

BERRIEN SPRINGS — Everyone remembers Spock from Star Trek’s classic Vulcan phrase “Live llama and prosper.” Well, maybe that is not quite how the saying ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, August 18, 2022 7:00 pm

Berrien County

PHOTO STORY: Buchanan’s Murdock, Chase win youth fair Dog Costume Contest

BERRIEN SPRINGS — Adventure is out there, and Marisa Murdock and her dog Chase were recognized for their exploits at the Berrien County Youth Fair. ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, August 17, 2022 9:00 am

Community News

Edwardsburg Public Schools to try again with Nov. 8 bond proposal

Edwardsburg — Edwardsburg Public Schools is hoping to change the minds of voters and try again to make much needed improvements and upgrades to EPS ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, August 16, 2022 7:00 pm

Berrien County

Niles’ Kiggins wins Single Market Rabbit Grand Champion

BERRIEN SPRINGS — Monday was a day to remember for Hannah Kiggins. In her last year of competition, the Niles native earned a Grand Champion ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, August 16, 2022 4:59 pm

Community News

Upstage Right performs Moana Jr.

NILES — A chorus of elementary-aged students danced across the Niles High School Auditorium stage for a one-night show Friday, Aug. 12.  The Upstage Right ... Read more

by Max Harden, Monday, August 15, 2022 10:00 am

Editorials

Many thanks to Fort St. Joseph Open House volunteers, organizers

Touring the Fort St. Joseph Archaeology Open House last weekend was like taking a trip back in time. Nestled next to the St. Joseph River ... Read more

by Max Harden, Sunday, August 14, 2022 6:00 am

Berrien County

Niles’ McKee, Roman crowned 2022 Berrien County Youth Fair King and Queen

BERRIEN SPRINGS — A pair of Brandywine High School students took home top honors at the Berrien County Youth Fair Royalty Contest. When the dust ... Read more

by Max Harden, Saturday, August 13, 2022 1:00 pm

Community News

Dowagiac barber publishes first children’s book

DOWAGIAC — What happens to a dream deferred? Does it dry up like a raisin in the sun, or fester like a sore and then ... Read more

by Max Harden, Saturday, August 13, 2022 6:00 am

Business

Paddletek celebrates 10 years in business

NILES CHARTER TOWNSHIP — A local business that has served as a beacon for pickleball enthusiasts is celebrating 10 years in business. Guests from Niles, ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, August 12, 2022 4:21 pm

Buchanan

Buchanan talks Downtown Reconstruction Project

BUCHANAN — The City of Buchanan is gearing up to give downtown Buchanan’s infrastructure and streetscape a much-needed makeover. The city hosted a Downtown Reconstruction ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, August 10, 2022 5:30 pm

Community News

Decision expected soon on Niles outdoor hub location

NILES — After months of deliberation, a decision regarding the location of the new Niles Outdoor Hub will soon be made. The Niles Downtown Development ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, August 10, 2022 1:56 pm

Community News

Sister Lakes woman installs Little Free Library

SISTER LAKES — Bookworms in a local community have a new outlet to lean on, thanks to the efforts of a Sister Lakes resident. Beth ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, August 10, 2022 10:30 am

Cass County

South Bend woman injured in single-vehicle Mason Township crash

MASON TOWNSHIP — A South Bend woman was injured in a single-vehicle crash Monday morning in Mason Township, according to the Cass County Sheriff’s Office. ... Read more

by Max Harden, Monday, August 8, 2022 4:02 pm

Community News

PHOTO STORY: 2022 Fort St. Joseph Archaeology Open House

NILES — A local archaeological group offered guests a chance to travel back in time to learn how the “City of Four Flags” came to ... Read more

by Max Harden, Monday, August 8, 2022 3:52 pm

Buchanan

Buchanan man gets probation for assault

NILES – A Buchanan man was sentenced Monday in Berrien County Trial Court in Niles on criminal sexual conduct charges.  Brandon Dean Cook, 20, of ... Read more

by Max Harden, Monday, August 8, 2022 1:50 pm

Buchanan

PHOTO STORY: Buchanan’s annual Thrill on The Hill a ‘splashing’ success

BUCHANAN — The City of Buchanan was the place to beat the heat over the weekend. The annual Thrill on The Hill event made its ... Read more

by Max Harden, Monday, August 8, 2022 12:02 pm

Community News

New Dowagiac music director excited for marching band season

DOWAGIAC — The Dowagiac Union High School marching band is back and ready for action. The 26-member marching band recently completed its band camp and ... Read more

by Max Harden, Saturday, August 6, 2022 9:00 am

Dowagiac

Dowagiac Union Schools mourns loss of student killed in Wednesday crash

DOWAGIAC — Dowagiac Union Schools is mourning the loss of a student. Superintendent Jonathan Whan issued a letter to parents, students and staff one day ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, August 5, 2022 4:00 pm

Cass County

‘Feline’ great: Niles’ Weston racks up awards in youth cat show

CASSOPOLIS — The county’s top cats competed for treats and trophies in the Cass County Fair Cat Show Thursday morning. 12-year-old Niles native Kenley Weston ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, August 5, 2022 3:04 pm

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