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Buchanan

Buchanan Scarecrow Charities nearing completion on new building

BUCHANAN — More than a decade ago, co-founder of Buchanan Scarecrow Charities Mary Fisher was putting together scarecrows to benefit downtown Buchanan in her basement. ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Thursday, September 9, 2021 8:42 am

Berrien County

Berrien County remains in state of high COVID-19 transmission

BERRIEN COUNTY — COVID-19 transmission is on the rise in Berrien County, according to local health experts. During a virtual press conference Wednesday, Courtney Davis, ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Wednesday, September 8, 2021 2:58 pm

News

Niles Township considers hiring office assistant

NILES TOWNSHIP — A new face may soon be greeting residents at Niles Township Hall, 320 Bell Road, Niles. During a Niles Township Board of ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Wednesday, September 8, 2021 12:32 pm

Cass County

New emergency management coordinator ready to serve Cass County

CASSOPOLIS — A new face in Cass County government is working to ensure the county and its residents are prepared for anything that might come ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Wednesday, September 8, 2021 8:44 am

Berrien County

Parents, community members protest mask mandate in Berrien County schools

BUCHANAN — Tuesday morning, the sidewalk in front of Buchanan High School was decorated with signs saying “unmask our kids,” “let parents choose how to ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Tuesday, September 7, 2021 3:32 pm

Education

PHOTO STORY: Eddies celebrate return to school

EDWARDSBURG — Class is back in session for students at Edwardsburg Public Schools. Tuesday, Edwardsburg students returned for the 2021-2022 school year. At Edwardsburg High ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Tuesday, September 7, 2021 1:31 pm

Business

Niles Township boil water order affecting local businesses

NILES TOWNSHIP — A boil water order issued in Niles Charter Township is putting a damper on local businesses. At 10 a.m. Friday, Niles Township ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Tuesday, September 7, 2021 11:06 am

Education

Masks remain optional at Edwardsburg Public Schools

EDWARDSBURG — Following a vote by the board of education, masks will remain optional for students and staff at Edwardsburg Public Schools. In a six ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Friday, September 3, 2021 7:42 am

Dowagiac

DUS parents raise concerns over start times, lunch changes

DOWAGIAC — Dowagiac Union Schools Board members are taking a second look at changes made to student schedules after a strong response from parents. Tuesday ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Wednesday, September 1, 2021 4:38 pm

Dowagiac

Following failed vote, masks remain optional at Dowagiac schools

DOWAGIAC — Masks will remain optional for all Dowagiac Union Schools students and staff following a vote by the board of education Tuesday evening. The ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Wednesday, September 1, 2021 11:21 am

Education

PHOTO STORY: Niles Community Schools welcomes back students

NILES — After a long summer away, smiling and laughing children once again filled the halls at Niles Community Schools this week. Tuesday, Niles Community ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Tuesday, August 31, 2021 2:58 pm

News

Niles Fire Department hosts confined spaces training

NILES — Several area firefighters spent their weekends learning to get comfortable in tight spaces. Saturday and Sunday, the Niles Fire Department, 1345 E. Main ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Tuesday, August 31, 2021 1:10 pm

Brandywine Education

PHOTO STORY: Brandywine celebrates return to school

NILES — Summer is officially over — at least it is for Brandywine Community Schools students. Monday, Brandywine schools returned to session for the 2021-2022 ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Monday, August 30, 2021 1:20 pm

Brandywine Education

PHOTO STORY: Niles nonprofit hosts back-to-school event

NILES — Despite high temperatures, volunteers filled Eastside Park this weekend to help area children prepare for the classroom days before school was called back ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Monday, August 30, 2021 10:00 am

Buchanan

Michigan Gateway Community Foundation launches Promise Fulfilled video series

BUCHANAN — A community promise years in the making has finally been fulfilled. The Board of Trustees for Michigan Gateway Community Foundation recently presented the ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Friday, August 27, 2021 12:47 pm

News

River Essence Group raising funds to decorate downtown Niles for fall season

NILES — Though southwest Michigan is experiencing extreme summer heat this week, one local organization has turned its attention toward fall’s cooler weather, crunching leaves ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Thursday, August 26, 2021 2:03 pm

News

Niles City Council approves downtown events

NILES — After COVID-19 canceled 2020 events across the country, beloved community events are finally starting to make a comeback, as evidenced by action taken ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Thursday, August 26, 2021 11:04 am

News

Uptown Fright Fest to be hosted in downtown Niles next month

NILES — An event that promises to be a spooky good time is bringing Halloween to Niles early this year. The first-ever Uptown Fright Fest ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Thursday, August 26, 2021 10:04 am

News

Residents call for safer crossing at Fort, M-51 intersection

NILES — For years, the intersection of Fort Street and M-51 has been home to bustling businesses, the Niles city/township line — and a host ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Tuesday, August 24, 2021 1:45 pm

Berrien County

PHOTO STORY: Berrien County Health Department hosts Back to School Bash

NILES — On Monday, one county agency helped Berrien County children get ready to go back to school. From 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Monday, August 23, 2021 3:59 pm

Business

PHOTO STORY: Dowagiac hosts 30th annual Rod and Roll car show

DOWAGIAC — The hum of vintage engines filled the streets of downtown Dowagiac Saturday morning as car enthusiasts from across Michiana gathered for a beloved ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Monday, August 23, 2021 1:34 pm

Cassopolis

Multiple departments battling flames at Cassopolis home

CASSOPOLIS — Multiple fire departments are battling flames at a Cassopolis residence. The Central Cass Fire Department was called to the scene of a fire ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Friday, August 20, 2021 3:24 pm

Dowagiac

Dowagiac pastor studying work of 19th Century abolitionist

DOWAGIAC — Dowagiac resident Chris Momany did not expect his phone to ring on a quiet day in October 2015. It was a Friday afternoon, ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Friday, August 20, 2021 11:00 am

Cass County

Cass County Sheriff’s Office to get new K-9s

CASSOPOLIS — Two new four-legged employees will soon be joining the Cass County Sheriff’s Office. Thursday, during its regularly scheduled board meeting, the Cass County ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Friday, August 20, 2021 9:14 am

Business

Holden Green Tavern opens in downtown Cassopolis

CASSOPOLIS — A newly opened downtown Cassopolis business hopes to transport guests to a bygone era, while at the same time making them feel right ... Read more

by Sarah Culton, Thursday, August 19, 2021 3:47 pm

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