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Dowagiac

Sister Lakes Brewing premieres event space with artisan market, Lions Club fundraiser

SISTER LAKES — A sign that hangs beneath the tap list at a local brewery reads “fostering community one pint at a time,” and that ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Tuesday, December 7, 2021 11:46 am

Dowagiac

Hundreds gather for the return of Dowagiac Candlelight Christmas parade

DOWAGIAC — Christmas cheer was in the air as hundreds gathered for the Dowagiac Candlelight Christmas Parade on Friday. As residents from around the area ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Monday, December 6, 2021 10:07 am

Dowagiac

Dowagiac nonprofit gives $4,000 each to families of pediatric cancer patients

DOWAGIAC — When the father of a pediatric cancer patient looked at the donation his child received from a local nonprofit, his eyes welled with ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Friday, December 3, 2021 9:58 am

Dowagiac

Dowagiac church to host Christmas décor, cookie walk fundraiser

DOWAGIAC — A local church group is inviting community members to bring their Christmas spirit and sweet tooth to their latest fundraising event. The First ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Friday, December 3, 2021 9:00 am

Dowagiac

Breast cancer survivor’s speech highlights Tree of Love lighting ceremony

DOWAGIAC — A local breast cancer survivor had one piece of advice for attendees gathered for an event Wednesday evening – get screened for cancer. ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Thursday, December 2, 2021 12:38 pm

Dowagiac

Honor donates $1,000 to ACTION Ministries food pantry

DOWAGIAC — Thanks to a day of giving by a regional credit union, a Dowagiac food pantry has received a donation large enough to feed ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Wednesday, December 1, 2021 9:12 am

Dowagiac

DUHS culinary class learns to filet, cook fresh Lake Michigan whitefish

DOWAGIAC — There is an old adage “Give a man a fish, you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish, and you ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Tuesday, November 30, 2021 9:40 am

Dowagiac

DUS Superintendent answers more questions on teacher exodus

DOWAGIAC — With 30 teachers having left the Dowagiac Union School District since Jan. 1, parents and community members have been concerned the local children ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Tuesday, November 23, 2021 11:23 am

Dowagiac

Dowagiac resident informs council of duplicate billings; 1870 house owner appointed to DDA

DOWAGIAC — The due diligence of a local citizen has paid off for the city of Dowagiac. During public comment at Monday’s city council meeting, ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Tuesday, November 23, 2021 9:33 am

Dowagiac

Dowagiac charity donates 50 Thanksgiving baskets to families in need

DOWAGIAC — A local charity is doing its best to make sure families do not go hungry this Thanksgiving. St. Francis Outreach packed and delivered ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Monday, November 22, 2021 1:35 pm

Dowagiac

Dowagiac churches, restaurant team up to thank firefighters

DOWAGIAC — Two churches and a restaurant recently teamed up to make sure local firefighters know how thankful the community is for the service the ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Monday, November 22, 2021 11:19 am

Dowagiac

DUS superintendent talks teacher contracts, pandemic during Q&A

DOWAGIAC – Teachers, parents, students and community members had the opportunity to voice their concerns to the board as a whole at Monday’s Dowagiac School Board meeting. For some, ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Friday, November 19, 2021 10:54 pm

Cass County

Health department employee succumbs to COVID-19

CASSOPOLIS – A local health worker has succumbed to COVID-19. During regular committee reports on Thursday, Cass County District 4 Commissioner Roseann Marchetti reported that ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Friday, November 19, 2021 8:21 am

Dowagiac

Rotary’s ‘Welcome to Dowagiac’ centennial sign complete

DOWAGIAC – After months of delays, a local landmark has finally been completed.   Rotarian and Dowagiac Rotary Charitable Foundation President Larry Crandall updated Rotary Club ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Thursday, November 18, 2021 3:25 pm

Dowagiac

Feed the Hungry campaign kicks off with police and fire escort, donation from Honor CU

DOWAGIAC — The 12th annual C. Wimberley’s Feed the Hungry campaign began with flashing lights and sirens. After receiving a $500 check from Honor Credit ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Thursday, November 18, 2021 1:10 pm

Dowagiac

Dowagiac schools name October Students of the Month

DOWAGIAC — Six local students have been selected for recognition by teachers and faculty for their outstanding performance in school this October. Nominated by teachers ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Wednesday, November 17, 2021 3:58 pm

Dowagiac

Teacher contracts, student violence spark outcry at DUS board meeting

DOWAGIAC – Local teachers are working without contracts, another teacher has resigned, student fights are causing schoolwide policy changes and community members are growing increasingly ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Tuesday, November 16, 2021 3:24 pm

Business

PHOTO STORY: Dowagiac’s Christmas Open House a success despite damp, cold weather

DOWAGIAC – Dowagiac residents were not going to let a little cold and rain stop them from celebrating a kickoff of the holiday season over ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Monday, November 15, 2021 9:19 am

Business

On the Mantle Boutique to bring artisan goods with social impact to downtown Dowagiac

DOWAGIAC — With an infant daughter needing regular medical attention, losing her boutique store in Cassopolis after a storm was the last thing Caryn Webster ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Friday, November 12, 2021 10:00 am

Dowagiac

PHOTO STORY: DUHS students host senior citizen luncheon

DOWAGIAC – About 50 local senior citizens showed up for a free chili luncheon at Dowagiac Union High School on Thursday. Students in Andy Kruger’s ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Friday, November 12, 2021 8:40 am

Dowagiac

Longtime Silver Creek Township Supervisor Bill Saunders retires

SILVER CREEK TOWNSHIP — When Bill Saunders retired for the first time, he went from working seven days a week for 32 years at his ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Thursday, November 11, 2021 9:58 am

Dowagiac

Beckwith Theatre to present Tony-nominated thriller ‘Death Trap’

DOWAGIAC — A desperate, washed-up playwright is coming to Dowagiac. He is running out of money, running out of options and would kill for another ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Wednesday, November 10, 2021 12:53 pm

Cass County

Cass County Toys for Tots drive seeks families in need

CASS COUNTY – Boxes have been distributed to local businesses, but now a local charity is looking for families in need. The Cass County Toys ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Wednesday, November 10, 2021 9:47 am

Dowagiac

Dowagiac Councilman Randy Gross appointed mayor pro-tempore

DOWAGIAC – For the first time in years, the city of Dowagiac will have a new leader in the event of the mayor’s absence. Randy ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Tuesday, November 9, 2021 9:55 am

Business

Dowagiac barber testifies to state Senate as salons, barbershops form industry organization

DOWAGIAC — A local barber went to Lansing last week to support industry colleagues as they achieved a milestone and ended up testifying before lawmakers. ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Tuesday, November 9, 2021 9:14 am

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