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Dowagiac

Dowagiac man sentenced for attempted arson

A Dowagiac man who attacked his girlfriend with a butter knife before attempting to burn down their apartment will spend time in jail for his ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Monday, November 21, 2016 9:31 am

Cass County

Cass County, SMC work together to receive National Weather Service designation

Whether it is studying for end-of-semester exams or typing up 10-page term papers, students attending Southwestern Michigan College have a lot to worry about in ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Monday, November 21, 2016 9:30 am

Dowagiac

Tree of Love growing

To know why organizers with the Lee Memorial Foundation’s Tree of Love program dedicate their time to the annual fundraiser, all one has to do ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Friday, November 18, 2016 1:51 pm

Cass County

Sheriff’s office responds to new marijuana legislation

While passed by Gov. Rick Snyder several weeks ago, the smoke has yet to clear concerning a series of recent changes to Michigan’s medical marijuana ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Friday, November 18, 2016 1:49 pm

Dowagiac

Local students team up with The Young Americans for one-night performance

Nearly 200 Dowagiac students joined professional singers and dancers with international performance group The Young Americans on-stage at the Dowagiac Middle School auditorium Tuesday night, ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Thursday, November 17, 2016 10:53 am

Cass County

Cass County prosecutor named chair of state commission

Throughout his 13-year career as Cass County prosecutor, Victor Fitz has dedicated himself to ensuring locals impacted by the brutal, destructive effects of crime receive ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Thursday, November 17, 2016 10:46 am

Dowagiac

Designs for high school renovation nearly complete

More than a year after the community cleared the way for construction through the passage of a $37 million pair of bonds, design work is ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Thursday, November 17, 2016 10:45 am

Dowagiac

City receives settlement for theater

The city will recoup additional funds from the failed downtown theater project after settling with one of the developer’s partners this week. The Dowagiac City ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Wednesday, November 16, 2016 9:59 am

Dowagiac

Community gearing up for 2017 One Story project

Earlier this year, members of the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi asked local readers to share a single story focused on the majesty and beauty of ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Wednesday, November 16, 2016 9:58 am

Dowagiac

Students rehearse for Tuesday night’s Young Americans performance

It is rare to find a group of nearly 200 students filled with seemingly boundless energy — especially on a Monday. Those who dropped by ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Tuesday, November 15, 2016 10:08 am

Dowagiac

School open to winter walkers

In spite of the walker-friendly weather seen across the area the last few weeks, winter still lingers on the horizon. Those who want to continue ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Tuesday, November 15, 2016 10:05 am

Business

Chamber event delights young and old alike

While there is still plenty of time between now and Dec. 25, visitors to downtown Dowagiac were feeling the Christmas spirit this weekend, during the ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Monday, November 14, 2016 9:21 am

Cass County

Man sentenced to jail, probation for drunk driving

A serial drunk driver will spend time in a Cass County jail cell after he was arrested for operating a vehicle with a blood alcohol ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Monday, November 14, 2016 9:18 am

Cass County

Dowagiac man resists arrest, gets jail time

A Dowagiac man learned the hard way Thursday what happens when someone fights the law — and the law wins. Judge Michael Dodge sentenced Jeremy ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Monday, November 14, 2016 9:17 am

Dowagiac

Beckwith debuts otherworldly comedy Friday

Audiences will receive a visit from beyond the grave the next two weekends at the Beckwith Theatre Company, as the Dowagiac community theater closes its ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Thursday, November 10, 2016 10:32 am

News

Herman wins seat by tight margin

Shortly before the polls closed Tuesday evening in the historic general election, Niles’ Mark Herman got the chance to do something that has eluded him ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Thursday, November 10, 2016 8:56 am

Dowagiac

Young Professionals selling ornaments to raise funds for projects

People may once again purchase a special piece of Dowagiac history to display on their Christmas trees this holiday season. Members of the Young Professionals ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Wednesday, November 9, 2016 10:57 am

Cass County

Incumbent Cobb retains seat on Cass County commission

Dowagiac’s E. Clark Cobb has retained his seat on the Cass County Board of Commissioners following the results of Tuesday’s general election. According to unofficial ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Wednesday, November 9, 2016 10:38 am

Cass County

Herman wins circuit court judgeship in hotly contested race

Cass County voters know now the next man who will hold the gavel of the county’s top criminal court. Niles’ Mark Herman narrowly defeated Cassopolis’ Scott ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Wednesday, November 9, 2016 10:36 am

Dowagiac

Community invited to free Harry Potter event

After inviting children to a galaxy far, far away last month, staff with the Dowagiac District Library invites teenagers to hop aboard the Hogwarts Express ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Tuesday, November 8, 2016 10:20 am

Dowagiac

Dowagiac police participating in ‘No shave’ November contest

Several members of Dowagiac’s finest may appear more gruff than usual this month, based on the amount of hair sprouting from their chins. Around a ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Tuesday, November 8, 2016 9:37 am

Cass County

Board narrows search for road commissioner

While leaders have yet to decide who will serve as the next road commissioner, Cass County commissioners narrowed the field of candidates for the position ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Monday, November 7, 2016 9:20 am

Business

Dowagiac couple takes over local video store

Since moving to the city more than a year ago, Dowagiac’s Tom and Nancye Kitchell have become a regular sight at local video rental stores. ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Monday, November 7, 2016 9:18 am

Dowagiac

Donations, housing needed for upcoming Dowagiac school program

While professional performers and local students will be the ones taking the stage when The Young Americans return to Dowagiac later this month, it will ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Friday, November 4, 2016 9:16 am

Dowagiac

Kincheloe students raise money for injured classmate

For most people, the pennies, nickels and dimes jiggling inside their pockets or purses do not mean much. Maybe the coins are destined for a ... Read more

by Ted Yoakum, Friday, November 4, 2016 8:00 am

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