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Leader Publications team expresses gratitude

I am grateful for a tradition that encourages us to count our blessings — something I think we ...

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APPLEGATE: Niles Community Schools appreciates local charities

With the holidays on the horizon, I am humbled and grateful to many community organizations who have reached ...

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PAWLOSKI: Celebrating two anniversaries

Ric Pawloski is the executive director of the Ferry Street Resource Center in Niles. He can be reached at ...

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WILSON: Everyone agrees with Jimmy

All of the usual suspects sat around the large oak table, occupying the center of Sarah’s Diner. The ...

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NELDON: Optimists remind me to look to the bright side

I had strung together what seemed like a full week of Mondays by the time I walked into the ...

Opinion

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Why did Gov. Whitmer use her veto authority and shift 2020 budget funds?

Why did Gov. Whitmer use her veto authority and shift 2020 budget funds? During this past summer, the ...

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CULTON: We want your letters to Santa

Growing up, my family was never the most festive family on the block. For Christmas, we never hung ...

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LASATA: Let’s work together to resolve budget mess

Last month the governor cut almost $1 billion from the state’s new budget through 147 line-item vetoes and ...

Opinion

STARFISH STORY: Ross Tidey embodies Chieftain spirit

This year my Starfish recognition goes to someone who has more than become a part of the Dowagiac ...

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PUCKETT: We need Thanksgiving!

In 1863 President Lincoln proclaimed the final Thursday of November each year to be observed nationwide as an ...

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Thank you for helping the Young Professionals

The Young Professionals of Greater Dowagiac would like to thank all those who made the fourth annual Mommy ...

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KAUFMANN: Thankful for social support

Chrissie Kaufmann is a group fitness instructor at the YMCA of Southwest Michigan. When we have a need or ...

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NELDON: Five reasons to shop local this holiday season

There’s no denying it, southwest Michigan. Winter is here. The silver lining? So is the holiday season. I ...

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CULTON: Horizons is on the horizon

Here at Leader Publications, we are officially one month into the production of our biggest project all year. ...

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LASATA: Shop locally this Christmas season

If you are like me, you have most likely already seen advertisements from online retailers for Black Friday ...

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NELDON: Dowagiac reminds us to care for our community

Last week I had the pleasure of joining a group of co-workers at the Dowagiac Chamber of Commerce’s ...

Opinion

WILSON: I’m in food heaven with meat and potatoes

I’m a meat and potatoes kinda’ guy. I enjoy a good steak — better yet, give me a ...

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LASATA: Family caregivers are unsung heroes

November is National Family Caregivers Month, a time to recognize and celebrate all who sacrifice to take care ...

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CULTON: Celebrate Veterans Day with a ‘thank you’

Monday, Leader Publications will not be putting out newspapers. Instead, our reporters will be celebrating the federal and ...

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NOVAK: A great weekend for area sports teams

What a great weekend of high school sports. Between the beginning of the football playoffs and the completion ...

Opinion

PAQUETTE: Decisions have consequences

Brad Paquette, R, represents the 78th District, which covers Berrien County.  In September, the legislature passed 16 balanced budgets ...

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BEALOR: One-hundred years and counting

Carol Bealor is the director at the Cass County Friend of the Court. This year, the Friend of the ...

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LASATA: A tradition worth keeping

Michigan has a strong hunting heritage. From bear, deer, elk and small game to upland birds, turkey, waterfowl ...

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CULTON: Everyone is a kid on Halloween

Tomorrow, little ghosts, ghouls, princesses and action heroes will be roaming the streets of southwest Michigan. That’s right, ...

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APPLEGATE: Vikings excited to join BCS League

Earlier this month, Niles Community Schools accepted an invitation to join the Berrien-Cass-St. Joseph League as our high ...

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