Cass County
COA to host ‘Ice Cream Social Distancing’ events
CASSOPOLIS — This month, one local organization will be serving up something sweet for Cass County residents. The Cass County Council on Aging will host ...
Sarah Culton, Author at Leader Publications
Leader Columnists
CULTON: Think of other people
Over the weekend, Cass County made national news after a video showing hundreds of people celebrating the Fourth of July on Diamond Lake, not wearing ...
by Sarah Culton, Wednesday, July 8, 2020 11:00 am
Buchanan
Buchanan named ‘Nicest Place in Michigan’ by Reader’s Digest
BUCHANAN — To resident Dave Van Dyke, the sight of downtown Buchanan is home. The shadows of war heroes hover over the streets, as their ...
by Sarah Culton, Wednesday, July 8, 2020 9:22 am
Breaking News
Special prosecutor sought to review Diamond Lake Fourth of July party
CASS COUNTY — A special prosecutor is being sought to review incidents related to parties hosted at Diamond Lake. Tuesday afternoon, the Cass County Prosecutor’s ...
by Sarah Culton, Tuesday, July 7, 2020 5:22 pm
Cass County
Diamond Lake Fourth of July party could result in charges
CASS COUNTY — A Fourth of July party that has put Cass County under nationwide scrutiny could result in charges filed against its organizers. Saturday, ...
by Sarah Culton, Monday, July 6, 2020 3:36 pm
Dowagiac
Dowagiac Union Schools recognize retiring staff
DOWAGIAC — With another school year come and gone, several Dowagiac Union School employees are preparing to enter the next chapter of their lives. This ...
by Sarah Culton, Thursday, July 2, 2020 2:00 pm
Dowagiac
Dowagiac, Cassopolis awarded NEP grants
CASS COUNTY — Two Cass County communities were awarded state grant funding for visual improvements. The Michigan State Housing Development Authority awarded $2.1 million in ...
by Sarah Culton, Thursday, July 2, 2020 12:00 pm
Cass County
Lawless Park to celebrate Michigan Dark Sky Awareness Month by opening on weekend nights
VANDALIA — Cass County stargazers now can view the night sky at a local International Dark-Sky Park. The Cass County Parks Board recently set a ...
by Sarah Culton, Thursday, July 2, 2020 10:00 am
Business
5 Mile Drive-In offering free entry to first responders on Fourth of July
DOWAGIAC — One Dowagiac business plans to celebrate America’s independence this weekend by giving back. This Saturday, in celebration of the Fourth of July, 5 ...
by Sarah Culton, Thursday, July 2, 2020 8:27 am
Dowagiac
Dowagiac Fire Department offers Fourth of July safety tips
DOWAGIAC — With the Fourth of July weekend around the corner, Dowagiac residents are preparing to celebrate with families and friends over a cookout, and ...
by Sarah Culton, Wednesday, July 1, 2020 9:10 am
Dowagiac
Dowagiac School Board approves preliminary 2020-2021 budget
DOWAGIAC — Much of what the 2020-2021 school year will look like remains unclear to Dowagiac Union Schools’ board of education. Following a budget hearing ...
by Sarah Culton, Tuesday, June 30, 2020 3:56 pm
Dowagiac
DUHS graduates seniors with drive-thru ceremony
DOWAGIAC — Saturday morning, cars lined up outside of Dowagiac Union High School as the opening notes of “Pomp and Circumstance” began to play over ...
by Sarah Culton, Monday, June 29, 2020 12:04 pm
Cass County
Cass County forms steering committee on race
CASSOPOLIS — One newly formed committee is hoping to make a change in Cass County — one conversation at a time. Cass County has formed ...
by Sarah Culton, Friday, June 26, 2020 1:53 pm
Dowagiac
Dowagiac Rotary Club welcomes new president
DOWAGIAC — With the passing of a gavel Thursday afternoon, a local club and volunteer organization is looking forward to a new year and new ...
by Sarah Culton, Friday, June 26, 2020 11:00 am
Dowagiac
Young Professionals of Greater Dowagiac kick off fundraising efforts for fireworks show
DOWAGIAC — With the help of community donors, one local organization will once again light up the sky this Fourth of July season. Monday, Honor ...
by Sarah Culton, Friday, June 26, 2020 8:21 am
Dowagiac
Van Buren/Cass District Health Department honors National HIV Testing Day with curbside event
DOWAGIAC — People driving through Dowagiac Wednesday afternoon had a chance to learn about safe sex and the importance of testing for sexually transmitted diseases. ...
by Sarah Culton, Wednesday, June 24, 2020 3:38 pm
Leader Columnists
CULTON: Black Lives Matter
Over the past couple of weeks, I’ve covered several rallies, marches and protests in our communities in support of the Black Lives Matter movement, following ...
by Sarah Culton, Wednesday, June 24, 2020 11:00 am
Dowagiac
Dowagiac City Council approves agreement with MDOT, looks to amend utility ordinance
DOWAGIAC — Monday, the Dowagiac City Council looked at making changes both at the airport and in parts of an existing utility ordinance. Meeting via ...
by Sarah Culton, Tuesday, June 23, 2020 4:33 pm
Dowagiac
Dowagiac District Library reopens for partial access
DOWAGIAC — The inside of the Dowagiac District Library looks different than it did a few months ago. White arrows run along the carpet, guiding ...
by Sarah Culton, Tuesday, June 23, 2020 3:03 pm
Dowagiac
Dowagiac hosts Black Lives Matter rally, march
DOWAGIAC — Despite Saturday’s heat, Dowagiac residents filled the lawn of the James E. Snow building across from city hall. Some wore T-shirts bearing the ...
by Sarah Culton, Monday, June 22, 2020 9:17 am
News
Niles residents march to city hall during Juneteenth celebration
NILES — As a hot sun beat down over downtown Niles Friday, hundreds of Niles residents turned the corner of Fifth Street onto Main Street. ...
by Sarah Culton, Saturday, June 20, 2020 10:04 am
Cass County
COA eyes reopening date
CASSOPOLIS — A Cass County organization that provides services to senior citizens is looking forward to reopening its doors soon. The Cass County Council on ...
by Sarah Culton, Friday, June 19, 2020 1:50 pm
Dowagiac
Dowagiac Rotary Club reunites following never-before-seen hiatus
DOWAGIAC — Just after noon Thursday, Woodfire Trattoria was alive with the hum of small talk and cheerful greetings as a group that is used ...
by Sarah Culton, Friday, June 19, 2020 11:00 am
Cass County
Cass County Board of Commissioners approves millage request to be placed on August ballot
CASSOPOLIS — This August, voters will have the chance to approve funding for an organization that provides care to Cass County senior citizens. Thursday evening, ...
by Sarah Culton, Friday, June 19, 2020 10:00 am
Dowagiac
Beckwith cancels season, will return in 2021
DOWAGIAC — Despite the old adage, “the show must go on,” the curtain will remain closed at Dowagiac’s Beckwith Theatre for the remainder of the ...
