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Cassopolis

Cassopolis Municipal Complex wins AIA Southwest Michigan Merit Award

CASSOPOLIS — New construction in Cassopolis has not gone unnoticed, evidenced by a recent award from the American Institute of Architects of Southwest Michigan. The ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Thursday, March 4, 2021 2:37 pm

Horizons

Dowagiac sweethearts reunite after nearly 40 years apart

On New Year’s Eve 2017, Liz Momany, of Dowagiac, stood in the middle of Times Square in New York, squished into a crowd of cheering, ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Thursday, March 4, 2021 1:14 pm

Cass County

COA, Dowagiac District Library partner to launch new book club

CASS COUNTY — For many, reading is a solitary hobby. However, two local organizations are partnering to help Cass County book worms get a side ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Thursday, March 4, 2021 10:54 am

Horizons

Buchanan organization strives to promote unity among residents

Walking along its sidewalks lined with charming brick buildings, many would think Buchanan was “nice” — a nice little town with nice little shops filled ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Thursday, March 4, 2021 8:32 am

Horizons

Compassionate Callers Club offers lifeline to isolated seniors

Thursday may be Buchanan resident Karen Pratt’s morning off, but that does not mean she spends that time sleeping in. She wakes at 6 a.m. ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Wednesday, March 3, 2021 8:00 am

Cass County

Lewis Cass ISD narrows superintendent search to two candidates

CASSOPOLIS — After nearly a full day of interviews, the Lewis Cass Intermediate School District narrowed its superintendent search to two individuals. Following interviews Monday, ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Tuesday, March 2, 2021 1:09 pm

Cass County

Cass County prepares to adjust to criminal justice reforms

CASSOPOLIS — Cass County is preparing to implement criminal justice reforms passed down by the state legislature. On Jan. 4, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Friday, February 26, 2021 11:45 am

Berrien County

Michiana Family Center seeks mentors for foster teens

MICHIANA — A regional organization is looking to provide one-on-one support to foster teens across the Michiana region. Serving Edwardsburg, Cassopolis, Dowagiac, Niles, Granger, Mishawaka, ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Friday, February 26, 2021 11:00 am

Business

Nobo Michigan opens Edwardsburg location

EDWARDSBURG — A new business is going green and strong in Edwardsburg village limits. Nobo Michigan, 69411 M-62, opened its doors to the Edwardsburg public ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Friday, February 26, 2021 10:00 am

Cassopolis

Businesses battle over land use in Cassopolis’ Industrial Park

CASSOPOLIS — There is a battle brewing in Cassopolis’ Industrial Park. Schwintek Inc., a Cassopolis manufacturing company, and High Top Buds LLC, a marijuana grow ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Friday, February 26, 2021 8:59 am

Cass County

Applications open for Cass County Sheriff’s Community Scholarship

CASSOPOLIS — For the 23rd year in a row, the Cass County Sheriff’s Office is looking to give back to the community it serves by ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Thursday, February 25, 2021 3:09 pm

Leader Columnists

CULTON: It’s the most wonderful time of the year

It’s the most wonderful time of the year. No, it’s not Christmas. It’s Horizons time! If you are not familiar, Horizons is an annual publication ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Friday, February 19, 2021 11:54 am

Cass County

Cass County Cancer Service seeks volunteers

CASS COUNTY — A local nonprofit organization is seeking volunteers to continue providing essential services to Cass County residents for years to come. Cass County ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Friday, February 19, 2021 11:26 am

Cassopolis

Veteran donates American flags to Cassopolis Middle School

CASSOPOLIS — Starting Monday, students at Cassopolis Middle School will be able to start their mornings with the pledge of allegiance, thanks to a donation ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Friday, February 19, 2021 10:36 am

Business

Niles tattoo shop cited for noncompliance

NILES — Earlier this month, a Niles tattoo shop was cited by the health department for noncompliance and a failure to document routine tests. According ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Wednesday, February 17, 2021 5:58 pm

Dowagiac

Pokagon Band to host virtual Sugar Bush season

DOWAGIAC — One annual tradition will be going virtual, thanks to COVID-19. This year, the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians will be hosting a virtual ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Friday, February 12, 2021 2:50 pm

Edwardsburg

Edwardsburg Giving Tree seeks winter weather donations

EDWARDSBURG — Those driving through Edwardsburg are likely to see a strange sight — a tree decorated with garment bags filled with pants, shirts and ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Friday, February 12, 2021 2:36 pm

Cassopolis

Cassopolis children donate to animal control in honor of late father

CASSOPOLIS — Two Cassopolis children recently honored their father’s memory by giving back to the community. Izzie, 12, and JR, 8, Kennedy celebrated the birthday ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Friday, February 12, 2021 1:13 pm

Berrien County

United Way scholarship focuses on community service

SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — High school seniors dedicated to community service in southwest Michigan have the chance to win a scholarship toward their post-secondary education. United ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Friday, February 12, 2021 9:17 am

Cass County

Cass County receives award of excellence for financial reporting

CASSOPOLIS — Cass County recently continued a more than 20-year tradition of excellence in financial reporting. Last week, County Administrator Jeff Carmen announced Cass County ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Thursday, February 11, 2021 2:45 pm

Dowagiac

Dowagiac City Council approves grant application for park alongside Dowagiac Creek

DOWAGIAC — Though snow may have blanketed southwest Michigan Monday evening, Dowagiac City Council members’ minds were on green grass, as the council approved an ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Tuesday, February 9, 2021 1:15 pm

Cassopolis

Project Graduation hosts adopt a senior program

CASSOPOLIS — Seniors graduating in the class of 2021 have had a rough year full of stops, starts and COVID-19 restrictions. Recognizing this, one Cassopolis ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Saturday, February 6, 2021 8:00 am

Cass County

Cass District Library asking for community input on facilities master plan

CASSOPOLIS — This week, Cass District Library Director Barbara Gordon’s office was filled with old blueprints and building plans. Soon, she hopes to update those ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Friday, February 5, 2021 2:22 pm

Berrien County

Applications open for annual Honor Credit Union scholarship

SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — One regional business is looking to reward graduating seniors for making their communities better places. Applications are currently open for Honor Credit ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Friday, February 5, 2021 12:32 pm

Cass County

Cass County commissioners recognize Black History Month

CASSOPOLIS — This month, elected officials are celebrating the history and legacy of Cass County’s African American residents. Thursday evening, the Cass County Board of ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Friday, February 5, 2021 7:40 am

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