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Community News

Manufacturing company aims to bring 30 jobs to Dowagiac in 2022

DOWAGIAC — A new manufacturing company is about to make Dowagiac a whole lot cooler. American Cooler Technologies, a Lawrence-based manufacturing company, is getting ready ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Friday, April 15, 2022 4:20 pm

Cassopolis

Cassopolis estimates $150M Hydro plant to bring $350K in yearly tax revenue

CASSOPOLIS — With the groundbreaking of a $150M facility next week, a local municipality has projected a significant increase in annual tax revenue from the ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Thursday, April 14, 2022 5:54 pm

Dowagiac

Gift shop at Borgess Lee Hospital to open Monday

DOWAGIAC – Walking into the local hospital on Wednesday afternoon, visitors, employees and patients alike witnessed a sight not seen for more than two years. ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Thursday, April 14, 2022 11:00 am

Dowagiac

Silver Creek Township eliminates police department

SILVER CREEK TWP. — A local law enforcement unit is no longer operational. At its regular meeting Wednesday, the Silver Creek Township Board passed an ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Thursday, April 14, 2022 9:57 am

High School baseball/softball

Dowagiac baseball, softball start season with sweep of Marcellus

After a slightly extended offseason due to weather cancellations and spring break, the Dowagiac baseball and softball teams were finally able to shake off the ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Wednesday, April 13, 2022 9:48 am

Dowagiac

Dowagiac to spend $250K on new ‘smart’ electric meters

DOWAGIAC — After the success of a pilot “smart meter” program, a local municipality is preparing to move forward with a bigger project. The Dowagiac ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Tuesday, April 12, 2022 3:03 pm

Community News

New Dowagiac restaurant to use outdoor space behind former Zeke’s

DOWAGIAC — The aroma of smoked meats will soon be wafting through downtown. The Dowagiac City Council on Monday approved a resolution authorizing the city ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Tuesday, April 12, 2022 1:47 pm

Cass County

Proposed ordinance to allow ORVs on Cass County roads

CASS COUNTY — Sharing the road may take on a new meaning if a new proposed ordinance takes effect. At its regular meeting last Thursday, ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Tuesday, April 12, 2022 12:38 pm

Community News

PHOTO STORY: Dowagiac hosts 21st annual Easter Eggstravaganza

DOWAGIAC — Much to the delight of local children, the Easter Bunny made his long-awaited return to Dowagiac.  Not deterred by the cold and snow, ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Monday, April 11, 2022 3:58 pm

Cass County

Cass County justice group talks Critical Race Theory, forgiveness

CASS COUNTY — Layered on top of a black and white photograph reads a quote from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.: “True peace is not ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Saturday, April 9, 2022 2:08 pm

Cass County

Cass Commissioners recognize 911 dispatchers, animal control

CASS COUNTY — Local government officials took time to recognize two groups of people ahead of their national appreciation week. The Cass County Board of ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Saturday, April 9, 2022 8:30 am

Cass County

Cass Co. approves raise, pension change for sergeants unit

CASS COUNTY — Contract changes continue to come for union employees in Cass County. The Cass County Board of Commissioners approved a motion on Thursday ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Friday, April 8, 2022 4:17 pm

Community News

Dowagiac Chamber membership coordinator seeks business symbiosis

DOWAGIAC — Symbiosis in nature occurs when organisms form partnerships to create a mutually-beneficial environment ripe for innovation and expansion.  If new Chamber of Commerce ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Friday, April 8, 2022 10:30 am

Community News

Moose lodge donates toy moose to Dowagiac FD for kids in crisis

DOWAGIAC — Local children in crisis situations will have some much-needed comfort thanks to a local club.  Dowagiac Moose 933 donated several Tommy Moose stuffed ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Friday, April 8, 2022 9:00 am

Cass County

For the love of language: Dowagiac 91-year-old publishes first children’s book

DOWAGIAC — As a child growing up in the 1930s and ’40s, Thelda Mathews was taught to value the English language.  “Every semester, one was ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Wednesday, April 6, 2022 4:39 pm

Community News

New Dowagiac Chamber event coordinator ready to listen, learn

DOWAGIAC – Matt Money may have been dragged kicking and screaming from South Bend six years ago, but Dowagiac has grown on him – and ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Tuesday, April 5, 2022 5:02 pm

Community News

Inspired by Pokagon, DUHS students make Three Sisters soup

DOWAGIAC — For many indigenous tribes in North America, three crops – corn, beans and squash – were considered the foundation of sustenance for their ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Tuesday, April 5, 2022 1:03 pm

Community News

Dowagiac drug house catches fire while owner in jail

DOWAGIAC – A local house known for its drug activity has gone up in smoke.  At approximately 4:02 p.m. Sunday evening, the Dowagiac Fire Department ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Monday, April 4, 2022 5:47 pm

Cass County

Union leader takes aim at Cass County officials amid pension changes

CASS COUNTY – Following the completion of contract negotiations, one union leader has spoken out. Amid changes to retirement plans for some Cass County union ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Friday, April 1, 2022 4:40 pm

Dowagiac

Easter Bunny to return to Dowagiac at 21st annual Easter Eggstravaganza

DOWAGIAC — Hippity hoppity, Easter’s on its way. The Dowagiac Chamber of Commerce, Department of Public Services and Lifestyle Nutrition will host the 21st annual ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Friday, April 1, 2022 8:00 am

Cass County

Construction of roundabout near Indiana border slated for summer

MILTON TWP. — An intersection long-known for dangerous turns and high traffic will soon be safer for local drivers. The Cass County Road Commission announced ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Thursday, March 31, 2022 5:00 pm

Local Government

Bridge replacement underway in Wayne Township

WAYNE TWP. — Rudy bridge is coming down. The Cass County Road Commission on Monday announced the start of construction on a $1.5 million project ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Thursday, March 31, 2022 4:29 pm

Dowagiac

GALLERY: First DUHS career fair sparks student interest

DOWAGIAC — From walking a straight line with beer goggles to signing up for one of the armed services, one local school was buzzing with ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Thursday, March 31, 2022 1:10 pm

Cass County

‘Monumental:’ $100B company set to break ground, plant trees in Cassopolis

CASSOPOLIS — As cannabis dispensaries celebrate their unofficial holiday this April in Cassopolis, one new business will be planting some greenery of its own during ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Wednesday, March 30, 2022 5:00 pm

Cassopolis

Cassopolis, Wightman awarded for village transformation project

CASSOPOLIS — The transformation of a local village has earned statewide recognition. The Village of Cassopolis and engineering firm Wightman received an Engineering and Surveying ... Read more

by Ryan Yuenger, Wednesday, March 30, 2022 4:00 pm

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