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Free Dowagiac DART On Demand rides to continue through August

DOWAGIAC — Thanks to the initial success of the Dowagiac DART on Demand service, the City of Dowagiac is extending the free rides period through ... Read more

by Max Harden, Monday, August 5, 2024 3:39 pm

Berrien County

PHOTO STORY: Fort St. Joseph Archaeology Open House draws hundreds

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

by Max Harden, Monday, August 5, 2024 1:39 pm

Community News

Red Chuck Productions to host ’State of The Unity’ event at Vickers Theater

NILES — A local storyteller is gearing up for an event he hopes will spread the message of unity to the community. Justin Flagel of ... Read more

by Max Harden, Saturday, August 3, 2024 12:14 pm

Dowagiac

Ascension Borgess Lee Foundation to host annual wine, beer tasting event Saturday

DOWAGIAC — The Ascension Borgess Lee Foundation will be bringing an annual tradition back for its 13th annual wine and beer tasting event. The event, ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, August 2, 2024 4:02 pm

Community News

Niles Summer Concert Series will not return in 2025

NILES — A popular concert series that has delighted crowds in downtown Niles will soon be coming to an end for good. Niles Music and ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, August 2, 2024 1:41 pm

Community News

Dowagiac library to host homeschool informational meeting next week

DOWAGIAC — Local parents interested in learning more about homeschooling options will soon have an opportunity. A group of Dowagiac area homeschool parents will be ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, August 2, 2024 1:08 pm

Obituaries

Frances “Jean” Reidenbach, 90, of Niles

April 1, 1934-August 19, 2024 Frances “Jean” Reidenbach, 90, of Niles, died peacefully with her family present, Monday, August 19, 2024. She was born to ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, August 2, 2024 10:26 am

Business

Match on Main grant awarded to Cassopolis business

SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — A new local business in development has been named a recipient of a statewide grant program supporting small local businesses to create ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, August 1, 2024 10:35 am

Breaking News

Dowagiac issues advisory after elevated lead levels found in tested homes

DOWAGIAC — The City of Dowagiac is alerting residents about elevated lead levels in tested homes. The City of Dowagiac issued a public advisory Thursday ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, August 1, 2024 8:49 am

Buchanan

PHOTO STORY: Friends, families support Hannah Roberts with Olympics watch party

BUCHANAN — Hundreds gathered at the Common in Buchanan Wednesday to watch the city’s hometown hero on the world’s biggest stage. Donning “Team Roberts” shirts ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, July 31, 2024 11:33 am

Cassopolis

Cassopolis’ Whitmyer named champion swine showman at Cass County Fair

CASSOPOLIS — Jackson Whitmyer was all smiles at the Cass County Fair on Tuesday. The Cassopolis native took home grand champion swine showmanship honors at ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, July 30, 2024 3:35 pm

Cassopolis

Niles’ Robert Tharp wins second straight Cass County Youth Dairy Show

CASSOPOLIS — Robert Tharp has made himself right at home Monday morning in the Cass County Fair Youth Dairy Show ring. For the second straight ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, July 30, 2024 1:15 pm

Berrien County

PHOTO STORY: Annual Burn Run rolls through Niles, Dowagiac

NILES — Hundreds of motorcycles put the pedal to the metal for a cause this past weekend. The 23rd annual Niles Burn Run kicked off ... Read more

by Max Harden, Monday, July 29, 2024 2:00 pm

Community News

PHOTO STORY: Hundreds attend Dowagiac’s annual Ed’s Open Header Cruise

DOWAGIAC — The revving of engines and the screeching of tires could be heard throughout downtown as the eighth annual Ed’s Open Header “Cruise for ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, July 26, 2024 1:10 pm

Community News

Niles approves DART pay increase

NILES — Niles City Council approved a pay increase Monday for Dial-A-Ride Transportation drivers and dispatchers to $19 per hour, with such expense covered by ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, July 26, 2024 11:45 am

Cass County

Cass County Sheriff’s Office welcomes new K9

CASS COUNTY — The Cass County Sheriff’s Office announced this week the addition of a new K9 member to the department. Sheriff Richard J. Behnke ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, July 25, 2024 5:00 pm

Community News

Niles greenlights annual Riverfest

NILES — A longtime staple event returns to downtown Niles next week. On Monday, the city council voted 7-1 to the Riverfront Optimist Club’s request ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, July 25, 2024 1:58 pm

Buchanan

Buchanan to host ‘World’s Largest Olympics Watch Party’

BUCHANAN — The City of Buchanan will once again host the World’s Biggest Olympic Watch Party for Buchanan native and Olympic Medalist Hannah Roberts. Mayor ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, July 25, 2024 8:07 am

Business

‘A space for everyone’: Cassopolis Beer Company opens downtown

CASSOPOLIS — A building that has watched over downtown Cassopolis for nearly 130 years is now offering tasty brews, bar bites and more to the ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, July 24, 2024 1:24 pm

Community News

Niles council approves revolving loan increase for Apothica Teas

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

by Max Harden, Tuesday, July 23, 2024 2:50 pm

Business

PHOTO STORY: Pitmasters fire up fun at annual Dowagiac BBQ Competition

DOWAGIAC — 26 pitmasters from across the country descended on downtown Dowagiac Saturday to compete for top honors in its second annual Dowagiac BBQ Competition. ... Read more

by Max Harden, Monday, July 22, 2024 4:46 pm

Community News

Annual Dowagiac Summer Festival sets attendance record

DOWAGIAC — Dowagiac’s annual summer festival returned this weekend in historic fashion. The Greater Dowagiac Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Dowagiac Summer Festival and ... Read more

by Max Harden, Monday, July 22, 2024 2:17 pm

Community News

Local athletes raising money for AAU Junior Olympics

NILES — A local AAU track team is asking the community for help to get to the 2024 Junior Olympics in Greensboro, North Carolina. A ... Read more

by Max Harden, Saturday, July 20, 2024 10:21 am

Business

Niles manufacturer celebrates expansion, rebrand with ribbon-cutting ceremony

NILES CHARTER TOWNSHIP — A local manufacturer celebrated its expansion and rebrand Friday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Members of the Greater Niles Area Chamber of ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, July 19, 2024 2:52 pm

Dowagiac

Dowagiac Union Schools welcomes new superintendent

DOWAGIAC — The Dowagiac Union Schools Board of Education welcomed new leadership to the district on Monday. The district held its first Board of Education ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, July 19, 2024 1:56 pm

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