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Dowagiac HS

Dowagiac boys soccer falls to Three Rivers 3-1 in season opener

DOWAGIAC — The Dowagiac boys soccer team came up short against Three Rivers in its season-opener Friday night. The Wildcats used a strong first half ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, August 20, 2024 6:22 pm

Obituaries

Gloria Jean “Glo” Collins, 81

August 12, 1943 – August 15, 2024 Gloria Jean “Glo” Collins, age 81, of Dowagiac died peacefully in her sleep on Thursday, August 15, 2024. ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, August 20, 2024 5:56 pm

Community News

Lewis, Colby art exhibit postponed to next week

DOWAGIAC — The Dowagiac Area History Museum’s Eleanor Colby and Alice Lewis exhibit open house scheduled for Wednesday has been postponed to next week due ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, August 20, 2024 3:35 pm

Community News

Dowagiac school board talks opening day staff meeting, new hires

DOWAGIAC — Dowagiac Union Schools’ 2024-25 school year got off to a promising start Monday morning. During Monday’s Board of Education meeting at city hall, ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, August 20, 2024 3:26 pm

Community News

‘These are my people’: Library hosts Edwardsburg native, children’s author for storytime event

EDWARDSBURG — As a retired teacher, Denise Halgren is no stranger to reading books. She estimates that she has read thousands of books to students ... Read more

by Max Harden, Monday, August 19, 2024 3:10 pm

Brandywine HS

Niles boys soccer wins annual VanDenBerg Invitational Championship

NILES — The Niles boys soccer team was on a mission Saturday. The Vikings beat Buchanan 3-1 to win their second straight VanDenBerg Invitational championship ... Read more

by Max Harden, Monday, August 19, 2024 2:36 pm

Community News

PHOTO STORY: 33rd annual Rod and Roll cruises through Dowagiac

DOWAGIAC — The revving of vintage engines filled the streets of downtown Dowagiac Saturday morning as car enthusiasts from across Michiana convened for a beloved ... Read more

by Max Harden, Sunday, August 18, 2024 3:30 pm

Berrien County

‘One big family’: Berrien County Youth Fair a success for community

RRIEN SPRINGS — The Berrien County Youth Fairgrounds were put to good use this week. The Berrien County Youth Fair will say goodbye to this ... Read more

by Max Harden, Saturday, August 17, 2024 5:00 am

News

PHOTO STORY: Plainwell sweeps annual Viking Stampede

NILES — The Niles and Edwardsburg cross country teams kicked off the 2024 season at the Viking Stampede in Madeline Bertrand Park Friday morning. Marshall’s ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, August 16, 2024 4:51 pm

Business

NODE construction to begin next month in downtown Niles

NILES — Construction will soon begin on Niles’ planned public outdoor space in the heart of downtown. Construction on the Niles Outdoor Dining Experience is ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, August 16, 2024 12:51 pm

Community News

Dowagiac history museum to host open house featuring Lewis, Colby works

DOWAGIAC — The Dowagiac Area History Museum is gearing up to host its latest open house “Eleanor and Alice: Two Dowagiac Artists” from 4 to ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, August 16, 2024 12:05 pm

Community News

Niles approves annual Apple Festival

NILES — The Apple Festival Committee’s request to conduct the 52nd annual Four Flags Area Apple Festival from Thursday, Sept. 26 through Sunday, Sept. 29 ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, August 15, 2024 7:56 am

Uncategorized

Niles councilmember reports – Aug. 12

NILES — During the councilmember reports portion of Monday’s Niles City Council meeting, members of the council had the opportunity to provide updates and insight ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, August 15, 2024 7:55 am

Business

Niles council approves revolving loan for RadioShack

NILES — A popular Niles business will be able to complete its move to downtown with support from the City of Niles. The Niles City ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, August 14, 2024 1:44 pm

Community News

Niles puts parks maintenance millage on November ballot

NILES — City of Niles residents will have the opportunity to vote in November to decide if they want to support the improvement and enhancement ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, August 13, 2024 1:12 pm

Berrien County

Berrien County Youth Fair exhibit celebrates grand reopening

BERRIEN SPRINGS — A popular fair exhibit has returned to the Berrien County Youth Fair with a new look. The Berrien County Youth Fair celebrated ... Read more

by Max Harden, Monday, August 12, 2024 3:04 pm

Local Government

Marijuana to be on November ballot in Niles Township

NILES CHARTER TOWNSHIP — Niles Charter Township residents will have the opportunity to vote in November to decide if they want to opt-in to state ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, August 9, 2024 2:46 pm

Community News

Annual Dowagiac Black Family Celebration set for Aug.30-Sept 1

DOWAGIAC — One of Dowagiac’s signature events is set to return to the community later this month.  The annual Black Family Celebration will be hosted ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, August 9, 2024 11:23 am

Business

Hallmark Home Mortgage opens first Michigan location

EDWARDSBURG — An Indiana mortgage lending company’s first Michigan location has opened its doors in Edwardsburg. Hallmark Home Mortgage hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony Wednesday to ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, August 7, 2024 6:06 pm

Berrien County

Berrien County unofficial election results

SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — Listed below are the unofficial election results from Berrien County for the Aug. 6 primary election with 100 percent of precincts reported. ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, August 7, 2024 8:43 am

Cassopolis

Cass County unofficial primary election results

SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — Listed below are the unofficial election results from Cass County for the Aug. 6 primary election with 100 percent of precincts reported. ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, August 7, 2024 7:48 am

Community News

Dowagiac police to host annual National Night Out event tonight

DOWAGIAC — Community members will have an opportunity tonight to learn more about what it means to be a local police officer in Dowagiac. The ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, August 6, 2024 2:42 pm

Community News

Niles Township approves $2.4 million township hall expansion, renovation bid

NILES CHARTER TOWNSHIP — Niles Charter Township’s quest for an improved township hall is one step closer to reality. The Board of Trustees moved Monday ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, August 6, 2024 2:27 pm

Community News

Annual Rod & Roll car show returns to Dowagiac Aug. 17

DOWAGIAC — Classic cars of all makes and models will once again roll into downtown Dowagiac next week. The Greater Dowagiac Chamber of Commerce will ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, August 6, 2024 10:00 am

Community News

City council candidate flyer sparks controversy

NILES — A flyer distributed by a Niles city council candidate is causing a stir ahead of the Tuesday’s Primary Election. In a Monday evening ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, August 6, 2024 9:35 am

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