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Creative Vinyl creates social distancing supplies

DOWAGIAC — During the COVID-19 pandemic, paying attention to signage can aid in social distancing, according to one ...

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Locals band together to assemble masks for Dowagiac businesses

DOWAGIAC — Area residents are lending a hand — and their sewing machines — to help businesses fight ...

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Oh My eagerly awaits to open two new storefronts

DOWAGIAC — Dawn Schlipp is no stranger to owning a storefront facing the streets of downtown Dowagiac. In ...

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Dowagiac retailers open for curbside pickup

DOWAGIAC — The streets of downtown Dowagiac have sat quieter since COVID-19 hit, according to some business owners. ...

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New Niles business opening pushed due to pandemic

NILES — The original plan for Crest Sales was to have its doors open to the public by ...

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Niles Brewing Company closer to opening in summer, fall

NILES — Niles Brewing Company has passed another milestone on its way to opening its doors. On April ...

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Buchanan florist weathers mandates, looks to weddings

BUCHANAN — Florist Anna Gordon has now weathered four years in business at Flowers by Anna and a ...

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Niles manufacturer provides gear to virus frontline

NILES — The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in many companies and industries slowing down or taking a pause ...

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Local garden centers, plant nurseries reopen as mandates relax

NILES — As Gov. Gretchen Whitmer relaxed mandates on garden stores and nurseries on Friday in executive order ...

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Sister Lakes Brewing still brewing during pandemic

SISTER LAKES — One brewery’s business model has looked different during the COVID-19 pandemic, owners said. Sister Lakes ...

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Dowagiac company contributes to protective equipment during pandemic

DOWAGIAC — A Dowagiac company specializing in custom pouches, pockets, pads and cushions, as well as healthcare products, ...

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Niles bike shop sees increase in business amid state mandates

NILES — With mandates still in place to slow the spread of COVID-19, many businesses have felt a ...

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New Dowagiac business pays tribute to owners’ daughter

DOWAGIAC — Surrounded by sparkly handbags and floral printed purses, Beth Clark, the owner of Mariah’s Closet, 113 ...

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Edwardsburg company receives materials to make safety shields

EDWARDSBURG — An Edwardsburg company just got a helping hand to produce products that will protect Michigan residents ...

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Dowagiac greenhouse owner reacts to changes

SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — As spring begins to show itself, Michigan’s greenhouses and nurseries are gearing to wake up ...

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Ameriwood Industries transitions to Midwest distribution center

By HANNAH HOLLIDAY hannah.holliday@leaderpub.com DOWAGIAC — A manufacturing operation in Dowagiac will transition to a distribution site amid ...

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Happy hour gets a new look at Buchanan winery

BUCHANAN — Spring in Michigan means the beginning of wine tasting and brewery visits for many. Adam McBride, ...

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Protestors plan ‘gridlock’ in Lansing to oppose executive order

LANSING — Since last week, tension has been brewing over Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s latest executive order to slow ...

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5 Mile Drive-In remains hopeful for start of season

DOWAGIAC — With the COVID-19 pandemic, it is unknown when Michiganders will be able to sit in front ...

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Greater Niles Chamber offering emergency relief

NILES — As Niles area businesses rally to stay open despite decreased foot traffic due to COVID-19 social ...

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Lifestyle Nutrition supports essential workers with Pay It Forward project

DOWAGIAC — During the COVID-19 pandemic, one Dowagiac business is looking to give back to essential workers. Last ...

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Funeral homes offer alternative services in the wake of COVID-19 pandemic

SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — When the family of the late Charles “Chuck” Dill celebrated his life Monday, the room ...

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Niles photographer extends photo sessions for graduations, proms

NILES — While schools remain under state mandates until at least April 13, and are likely to remain ...

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Dowagiac restaurants rally to stay open

DOWAGIAC — When Cindy Brosnan, co-owner of Round Oak Revisited and Philo’s Pub, heard restaurants would be allowed ...

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The Brass Eye adapts business to beer, wine delivery

NILES — The Brass Eye in downtown Niles has a different look about it. The welcoming atmosphere is ...

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