Dowagiac
Sister Lakes Fire Chief named finalist for national volunteer award
SISTER LAKES — Sister Lakes Volunteer Fire Department Chief Anthony Lozada has had civic duty on the brain since he was a teenager. Joining the ...
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Cassopolis
Former South Bend educator named next Cassopolis superintendent
CASSOPOLIS — Though board of education members said the decision was a difficult one, they have chosen the next leader of Cassopolis Public Schools. After ...
by Sarah Culton, Tuesday, November 30, 2021 3:34 pm
Edwardsburg
Edwardsburg Hope UMC hosting Stuff a Bus fundraiser
EDWARDSBURG — Next weekend, one local church is aiming to fill a bus full of donations for families in need this holiday season. Edwardsburg Hope ...
by Sarah Culton, Friday, November 26, 2021 9:05 am
Cassopolis
Cassopolis Public Schools narrows superintendent search to two
CASSOPOLIS — Cassopolis Public Schools are one step closer to finding its next leader. Monday and Tuesday, the Cassopolis Board of Education interviewed four candidates ...
by Sarah Culton, Wednesday, November 24, 2021 1:38 pm
Cass County
Cass County celebrates area family during 19th annual Adoption Day
CASSOPOLIS — There were few dry eyes in one Cass County courtroom as a local family officially added a member to their home. Tuesday, Cass ...
by Sarah Culton, Wednesday, November 24, 2021 11:25 am
Berrien County
Honor Credit Union announces winners of 12th annual Teacher Awards
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — Honor Credit Union recently announced the 12th Annual Teacher Award winners. With each year that passes, the Annual Teacher Awards continues to ...
by Sarah Culton, Wednesday, November 24, 2021 10:10 am
Business
Niles boutique, healing center ready for a new start
NILES — A Niles business is ready for a new start. Earlier this month, Evolve Boutique and Healing Arts Center, formerly known as Inner Journey, ...
by Sarah Culton, Wednesday, November 24, 2021 9:31 am
Leader Columnists
CULTON: Finding thanks in the hard times
It’s been a hard year for a lot of people. The lingering COVID-19 pandemic has left so many of us isolated, stressed and hurting. We ...
by Sarah Culton, Tuesday, November 23, 2021 3:57 pm
News
None injured in Monday morning house fire
NILES — A fire that blazed for hours Monday morning has left a Niles home severely damaged, though its owner said he was just glad ...
by Sarah Culton, Monday, November 22, 2021 10:54 am
Cass County
The Cass County Sheriff’s Office kicks off No Shave November fundraiser
CASSOPOLIS — Things are getting a bit hairy at the Cass County Sheriff’s Office. The Cass County Sheriff’s Office recently kicked off its No Shave ...
by Sarah Culton, Friday, November 19, 2021 7:11 am
Education
PHOTO STORY: Eastside Connections students perform ‘Beauty and the Beast Jr.’
NILES — Students at an area school invited the community to be their guests over the weekend as they took to the stage to perform ...
by Sarah Culton, Tuesday, November 16, 2021 2:00 pm
Education
Edwardsburg Public Schools to present ‘Star Wars’ parody Nov. 19-21
EDWARDSBURG — Edwardsburg High School students will transport community members to a galaxy far, far away as they perform a comedy show next week. Edwardsburg ...
by Sarah Culton, Friday, November 12, 2021 11:00 am
Dowagiac
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier guard shares his experience at SMC
DOWAGIAC — A local college commemorated Veterans Day by remembering the soldiers whose names and identities have been lost to time. Stuart Aspinall, a Tomb ...
by Sarah Culton, Friday, November 12, 2021 8:43 am
Cass County
PHOTO STORY: Cass County COA honors area veterans
CASSOPOLIS — Two local organizations partnered Thursday to celebrate Veterans Day by providing a free meal and a “thank you” to area veterans. The Cass ...
by Sarah Culton, Thursday, November 11, 2021 2:48 pm
Berrien County
Berrien County health officials report increasing COVID-19 cases, encourage vaccination
BERRIEN COUNTY — The COVID-19 pandemic is far from over — that was the message shared by Berrien County health officials this week. The Berrien ...
by Sarah Culton, Wednesday, November 10, 2021 5:13 pm
Edwardsburg
Ontwa Township, Edwardsburg village considering trail project along Elkhart Road
ONTWA TOWNSHIP — Ontwa Township and the village of Edwardsburg are looking at creating a path forward together. The two municipalities are currently considering engaging ...
by Sarah Culton, Wednesday, November 10, 2021 2:17 pm
News
Fernwood Botanical Gardens hosts showing for ailing artist
NILES — Over the weekend, a Niles venue was not only host to an art show featuring a regional artist — it was also able ...
by Sarah Culton, Tuesday, November 9, 2021 2:42 pm
Edwardsburg
Edwardsburg Food Pantry gears up for holiday season
EDWARDSBURG — For many, the holidays are a time of giving and receiving, and one Edwardsburg organization is preparing to receive donations and give them ...
by Sarah Culton, Friday, November 5, 2021 11:13 am
Cass County
Cass County COA to host Veterans Day lunch
CASS COUNTY — Veterans Day is right around the corner, and two area organizations have partnered to show their gratitude to Cass County veterans and ...
by Sarah Culton, Friday, November 5, 2021 9:14 am
Cassopolis
Former Cassopolis educator pens children’s book
CASSOPOLIS — What do Cassopolis’ Squires Elementary School, a pack of squirrels and one determined dog have in common? They all helped inspire a recently ...
by Sarah Culton, Thursday, November 4, 2021 3:14 pm
Business
Kelsey Lake Market to offer home-grown eats to Cassopolis residents
LA GRANGE TOWNSHIP — Cass County resident Jill Hershberger has spent most of her life on her grandparents’ farm. Since the farm opened in 1996, ...
by Sarah Culton, Thursday, November 4, 2021 11:31 am
News
Niles Township recommends hiring of new DPW employee
NILES TOWNSHIP — Among a light agenda of business for the Niles Township Board of Trustees Monday evening was the recommendation of a new Department ...
by Sarah Culton, Tuesday, November 2, 2021 2:36 pm
News
Niles Township begins master plan update
NILES TOWNSHIP — Niles Township is looking toward its future. Tuesday evening, the Niles Township Board of Trustees and the Niles Township Planning Commission hosted ...
by Sarah Culton, Wednesday, October 27, 2021 3:06 pm
Cassopolis
Cassopolis swears in new police chief
CASSOPOLIS — A familiar face is now leading the Cassopolis Police Department. Monday evening, the Cassopolis Village Council swore in Todd McMichael as its newest ...
by Sarah Culton, Tuesday, October 26, 2021 1:09 pm
Edwardsburg
PHOTO STORY: Edwardsburg Lions Club celebrates 75th anniversary
EDWARDSBURG — A local club celebrated a milestone over the weekend. The Edwardsburg Lions Club marked its 75th anniversary of serving the community with a ...
