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PUCKETT: Is it time for a tune-up?

Most of us own cars. They represent one of the most important investments in our lives. In the ...

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WILSON: 90 tears of spit and vinegar (and waffles)

Those of you who are regular readers of this space may have noticed my absence over the past ...

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NELDON: Halloween costumes teach us a lesson in communication

“You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view. … Until you ...

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LASATA: Supporting Michigan’s licensed professional counselors

There are tens of thousands of licensed professional counselors throughout Michigan whose profession was recently threatened by a ...

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CULTON: Let’s celebrate women’s businesses

From Niles’ SLR Pilates to Dowagiac’s Deck the Halls and Cassopolis’ Artisan Shoppe, business in southwest Michigan is ...

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PAWLOSKI: Be careful of the shiny thing

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

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Thank you, officer, for saving my dog

I would like to publically thank Dowagiac Police officer Bryan Brinkman for saving my 15-year-old dog. After 10 p.m. ...

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PAQUETTE: Listening leads to good policy

Brad Paquette, R, represents the 78th District, which covers Berrien County and parts of Cass County.  I firmly believe that ...

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NELDON: What is on the ‘Horizon’ for southwest Michigan?

Many times in the last three years, I have used this space to talk about the momentum building ...

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LASATA: Jobs for Michigan’s Graduates program hit hard by governor’s games

During the last decade, Michigan was losing more people to other states than it was attracting new people ...

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CULTON: You should take a vacation

Just recently, I planned my final vacation for the year, a three-day trip to visit a friend on ...

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KAUFMANN: The mission of the Veggie Van

Chrissie Kaufmann is a group fitness instructor at the YMCA of Southwest Michigan. The colorful harvest season is here! ...

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LASATA: Kim’s Coat Drive for Kids

Kim’s Coat Drive for Kids is off to a great start. With the generous support of our area’s ...

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CULTON: Fall fun to be had at Under the Harvest Moon

It’s nearing the middle of October, which means falling leavings, dates to go apple picking, evenings sitting on ...

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SMITH: What does child support pay for?

Fern Smith is the Interstate & Parenting Time Specialist with the Cass County Friend of the Court. Child support ...

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NELDON: Anniversary issue goes on a trip down memory lane

If the latest cover of Michiana Life is giving our loyal readers a sense of déjà vu, don’t ...

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LASATA: National Fire Prevention Week

Oct. 6 to 12 is National Fire Prevention Week. The theme of this year’s campaign is “Not Every ...

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CULTON: October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Count to 60. In that time, 20 people nationwide were abused by an intimate partner in the U.S., ...

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PAQUETTE: Agriculture — it matters

Brad Paquette, R, represents the 78th District, which covers Berrien county.  Over the last few weeks, I have had ...

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Get to know Jon Hoadley

It’s time that everyone got to know Jon Hoadley. He’s running to be our next Congressman in Michigan’s ...

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WILSON: The right woman for Big John

Big John Hudson burst through the front door of Sarah’s Diner and tossed his ball cap down on ...

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NELDON: Apple Festival means fall in southwest Michigan

Any day now, the street where I grew up will look just like a picture puzzle — row ...

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CULTON: Autumn is finally upon us

On Monday, my calendar motif changed from a smiling sun donning a set of shades to a gathered ...

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LASATA: Stay vigilant to avoid getting scammed

Scams are on the rise and those who are seeking to defraud people are particularly targeting the elderly ...

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APPLEGATE: New school year, new developments underway at Niles Community Schools

At Niles Community Schools, we’re continuing to keep the back to school enthusiasm alive, with many exciting happenings ...

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