News
Alyse Koss becomes first NJCAA women’s wrestler in Michigan
DOWAGIAC — Alyse Koss, formerly of Portage Northern High School and current Southwestern Michigan College student, has signed her NJCAA Letter of Intent to wrestle ...
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Business
Decorate Dowagiac close to fundraising goal
DOWAGIAC — With support from community businesses and many individuals, the Decorate Dowagiac committee is nearing the completion of its first funding goal. The committee’s ...
by Submitted, Monday, November 11, 2024 3:43 pm
Business
Wings Etc. locations to offer free entrée on Veterans Day to honor military service
FORT WAYNE, Ind. — Monday, Nov. 11, Wings Etc. Grill & Pub will offer a free entrée, valued up to $13.99, to all active-duty personnel ...
by Submitted, Thursday, November 7, 2024 5:25 pm
Obituaries
Jack Amundsen
Jack Harry Amundsen died peacefully at his home in assisted living in Vero Beach Florida on November 4, 2024, at the age of 90. Jack ...
by Submitted, Thursday, November 7, 2024 9:17 am
Obituaries
Richard Hebron
November 17, 1964 -November 3, 2024 Richard Randolph Hebron, 59, of Vandalia, died peacefully Sunday evening, November 3, 2024 in the comfort of his family’s ...
by Submitted, Thursday, November 7, 2024 9:08 am
Obituaries
Lawanda May
March 4, 1948 – October 14, 2024 Lawanda May, 76, of Cassopolis, died peacefully in her residence Monday October 14, 2024. Her life began March ...
by Submitted, Thursday, November 7, 2024 8:52 am
Obituaries
John Yelape
September 19, 1932 – October 29,2024 John Yelape of Niles, Michigan passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at the age of 92 years. ...
by Submitted, Thursday, November 7, 2024 8:41 am
Obituaries
Guadalupe Castaneda
December 12, 1949 – October 28, 2024 Guadalupe A. Castaneda, Sr., 76, of Niles, died peacefully Monday, October 28, 2024, in the comfort of his ...
by Submitted, Thursday, November 7, 2024 8:25 am
Obituaries
June Stanton
June 14, 1931 – November 1, 2024 June O. Stanton, 93, formerly of Dowagiac, passed away early Friday morning, November 1, 2024, at Cass County ...
by Submitted, Thursday, November 7, 2024 5:02 am
Obituaries
James Jesse
February 24, 1944 – November 3, 2024 James Kenneth Jesse, 80, of Buchanan, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Sunday morning, November 3, 2024. ...
by Submitted, Thursday, November 7, 2024 5:00 am
Community News
SMC Founders Day celebrates 60th anniversary
DOWAGIAC — Southwestern Michigan College, “a good idea that got loose in the world,” celebrated its 60th anniversary Nov. 1 with the inaugural Founders Day. ...
by Submitted, Tuesday, November 5, 2024 7:47 am
Obituaries
Dorothy L. Walker
November 13, 1924 – October 29, 2024 Dorothy L. Walker, 99, of Dowagiac, passed away on Tuesday morning, October 29, 2024, at Cass County Medical ...
by Submitted, Monday, November 4, 2024 5:00 am
Obituaries
E. Kay Lapham
August 11, 1954 – October 25, 2024 E. Kay Lapham, 70, of Marcellus, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Friday, October 25, ...
by Submitted, Monday, November 4, 2024 5:00 am
Uncategorized
SMC ‘Sawdust Day’ promotes building trades
DOWAGIAC — Communicate and be empathetic and kind was the advice architect Tony Leininger left prospective construction trades students from area high schools Oct. 25 ...
by Submitted, Monday, October 28, 2024 3:47 pm
Letters to the Editor
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Fred Upton out of step with Cass County values
It’s a betrayal of trust when those we elect fail to champion our core values. Jerry Duck, who has faithfully served Ontwa Township as a ...
by Submitted, Monday, October 28, 2024 11:05 am
Community News
Leon Anderson to receive Lifetime Achievement Award
DOWAGIAC — Trustees of the Greater Dowagiac Chamber of Commerce invite the public to join them on Wednesday, Oct. 30, as they present the Lifetime ...
by Submitted, Saturday, October 26, 2024 8:15 am
Columns
Eby: Scott Novak, my other better half
In my mind, my relationship with Scott Novak spanned 60 years. One of the Paul Bunyan-like tall tales he enjoyed spinning was his role in ...
by Submitted, Friday, October 25, 2024 7:58 am
Business
Dowagiac Chamber of Commerce celebrates success, community spirit at annual membership meeting
DOWAGIAC — The Dowagiac Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Membership Meeting Wednesday at the Dowagiac Elks Lodge bringing together local business leaders, community members, ...
by Submitted, Thursday, October 24, 2024 3:27 pm
Obituaries
Scott Novak
September 30, 1961 — October 23, 2024 Scott Michael Novak, 63, of Dowagiac, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2024, after an extended illness. Scott was ...
by Submitted, Thursday, October 24, 2024 3:15 pm
Letters to the Editor
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: The election of 2024
It was a honor to represent the citizens of southwestern Michigan for 16 years as their State Representative. I ran on the Republican ticket, but ...
by Submitted, Thursday, October 24, 2024 7:34 am
Letters to the Editor
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: In support of Trump
In support of Trump When you vote for someone, you’re not entering a relationship with them. Their personality really doesn’t matter as they will never ...
by Submitted, Thursday, October 24, 2024 7:27 am
Buchanan HS
Buchanan volleyball sweeps Buck Invite
BUCHANAN — The Buchanan volleyball team took care of business over the weekend at its Buck Invite. The Bucks swept the field, beating Beat Schoolcraft ...
by Submitted, Monday, October 21, 2024 11:23 am
Letters to the Editor
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Time to vote for those who honor our veterans
Editor, Our nation’s veterans have served and protected us. It is our responsibility to elect a President who honors, respects, and supports our Veterans. Donald ...
by Submitted, Friday, October 18, 2024 11:34 am
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Sue Walberg named keynote speaker for Women For Trump rally in Cassopolis
CASSOPOLIS — Sue Walberg, wife of US. Representative Tim Walberg for Michigan’s 5th Congressional District, is to be the keynote speaker for a Women For ...
by Submitted, Friday, October 18, 2024 10:22 am
Community News
Comcast donates $2,500 to Decorate Dowagiac Committee
DOWAGIAC — The Decorate Dowagiac Committee announced Thursday that a Star Sponsor has come forward with a large donation. “We are feeling like little kids ...
by Submitted, Thursday, October 17, 2024 12:39 pm
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