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Berrien County

CLOSER LOOK: Studies show benefits, downsides of recreational marijuana

As Michigan prepares for the changes to its medical marijuana industry — and possible decision to legalize the substance recreationally — parts of the country ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Friday, July 7, 2017 8:00 am

Dowagiac

Museum debuts new exhibit showcasing local veterans

A soldier who perished behind enemy lines as part of a relatively unknown operation against the Red Army during the Russian Revolution. A daring pilot ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Thursday, July 6, 2017 8:00 am

Obituaries

Howard Clark, of Jackson

Feb. 2, 1921 — July 3, 2017 Howard E. Clark passed away Monday, July 3, 2017, in Jackson, at the age of 96. Howard was ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Thursday, July 6, 2017 8:00 am

Dowagiac

Dowagiac police log — June 30 to July 5

Here are the calls the Dowagiac Police Department responded to June 30 to July 5: June 30 9:02 a.m. — 100 block of Pokagon, general ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Wednesday, July 5, 2017 6:27 pm

Dowagiac

Marilu Franks, Dowagiac Rotary Club

Marilu Franks, of Dowagiac, is a retired social worker and member of the Dowagiac Rotary Club. Franks currently serves as the sergeant at arms with ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Wednesday, July 5, 2017 11:52 am

Berrien County

Borgess expanding behavioral health services for children

While childhood is normally considered a time of innocence and exploration, for young people battling behavioral health issues, these years are often wrought with great ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Wednesday, July 5, 2017 11:41 am

Business

Dowagiac dentist retires after 41 years of serving hometown

Dowagiac’s Charles Burling can still remember the advice one of his instructors at dental school shared with he and his classmates many years ago. “Never ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Monday, July 3, 2017 11:22 am

Berrien County

CLOSER LOOK: New state regulations changing the landscape

Nearly a decade ago, voters in the state of Michigan decided to begin treating marijuana as a medicine, instead of as mere contraband. In the ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Monday, July 3, 2017 10:58 am

Cassopolis

Local fine arts program celebrates 15th year

The natural beauty of the clear blue waters of Stone Lake and the vibrant green of the surrounding foliage found their perfect match this week ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Friday, June 30, 2017 11:28 am

Dowagiac

New president takes over Dowagiac Rotary Club

With a new leader at the helm, members of the Dowagiac Rotary Club are looking to redefine their mission and add some fresh ideas — ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Friday, June 30, 2017 11:27 am

Dowagiac

Dowagiac Fourth of July fireworks show returns Friday

Residents of Dowagiac, southwest Michigan and beyond are invited to Russom Park to start their Fourth of July weekends with a bang Friday evening. The ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Thursday, June 29, 2017 11:02 am

Brandywine Education

Area students participate in annual CSI program at college

While he may not have the same production values behind him as an episode of “CSI” or “Law and Order,” Dowagiac Police officer James Kusa ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Thursday, June 29, 2017 10:59 am

Dowagiac

Latoi Wilson: Young Professionals of Greater Dowagiac

Latoi Wilson, of Dowagiac, is the city treasurer and a member of the Young Professionals of Greater Dowagiac. Wilson will be one of many members ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Wednesday, June 28, 2017 10:04 am

Dowagiac

Dowagiac rate increases considered

More than a year after raising prices on the city’s water and sewage rate, local leaders are considering another hike that may take effect this ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Wednesday, June 28, 2017 9:55 am

Cass County

Five earn high school degree in jail learning program

While different circumstances may have brought them together, the five people gathered inside the classroom at the Cass County Jail all shared a common accomplishment ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Wednesday, June 28, 2017 9:53 am

Dowagiac

City repaving downtown street

While the construction may not be near the level of last year’s transformation of Commercial Street, another important improvement to downtown is currently underway. Last ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Tuesday, June 27, 2017 8:00 am

Business

Cousins open petting farm in Sister Lakes

Cousins Dawn East and Heather Matthews may not own all the animals that Old MacDonald has on his famous farm — but with four horses, ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Tuesday, June 27, 2017 8:00 am

Cass County

Dowagiac man gets jail for gun theft

While he may have owned up to his crimes, a Dowagiac man will spend the next year behind bars for stealing firearms from a home ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Monday, June 26, 2017 12:09 pm

Cass County

Hundreds attend annual CASA fundraiser

For a child caught in the whirlwind of the foster care system, a small act of kindness from a caring adult can make a world ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Monday, June 26, 2017 12:08 pm

Cass County

Production progressing on Rainbow Farm incident film

More than 15 years since the police standoff that left two Cass County marijuana activists dead, the harrowing story of what occurred on Labor Weekend ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Friday, June 23, 2017 8:00 am

Cass County

County conservation district educating residents on dangers of invasive species

While leaders in Washington continue to bat around the word “Russia” in the chambers of the nation’s capitol, officials with the Cass County Conservation District ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Friday, June 23, 2017 8:00 am

Dowagiac

The Watchdog, June 23

Keeler Township (May 2) Roll call: Members present —Bill Kays, Carl Davis, Tom Landis, and Carmen Fleischauer; absent — Barb Fisher. New fire equipment: The ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Thursday, June 22, 2017 6:31 pm

Dowagiac

Health department to offer free HIV testing

HARTFORD — The Van Buren/Cass County District Health Department will host free HIV testing as part of National HIV Testing Day from 1 to 4 ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Thursday, June 22, 2017 6:29 pm

Cass County

News in brief, June 22

Sister Lakes Lions hosting Fourth of July Fireworks July 1 SISTER LAKES — The Sister Lakes Lions Club will host its annual Independence Day fireworks show ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Thursday, June 22, 2017 11:10 am

Dowagiac

Dowagiac police log — June 20-21

Here are the calls the Dowagiac Police Department responded to June 20-21: June 20 8:35 a.m. — 700 block W. Prairie Ronde, assist Pride Care ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Thursday, June 22, 2017 11:03 am

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