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LETTER: Proud of our congressman

I am proud of our congressman, Fred Upton, for standing up for what is right and condemning President Trump’s ...

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STUDEBAKER: Traditional library services are given new twists

The Niles District Library Board approved the 2019-2029 Vision Plan at its June meeting. The Vision Plan is ...

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PAQUETTE: A bipartisan approach to education

As a former teacher at Niles High School, I spent a lot of time trying to create a ...

Opinion

PURCELL: It’s a computer bag, not a man purse!

Despite the accusations, I deny that I carry a man purse.

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PURCELL: Our childish politicians need kindergarten lessons

We could use a hearty dose of Robert Fulghum wisdom about now.

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NELDON: Recognizing more local business than ever

When voting started last month for our annual Best of the Best contest, Leader Publications encouraged voters to ...

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WILSON: Riding the rails: Part two

“All along the southbound odyssey, the train pulled out of Kankakee and rolls along past houses, farms and ...

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With the Cass County Fair, tradition continues

Starting this weekend, the Cass County Fairgrounds in Cassopolis will come alive with the sounds of livestock, the ...

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Why don’t we have toll roads in Michigan?

In the ongoing debate over whether and how to develop a long-term plan for Michigan’s roads, a common ...

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APPLEGATE: Niles Education Foundation to host seventh annual Legendary Evening

The people of Niles form the basis of our great community, serve as role models to our students ...

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STUDEBAKER: We cater to you

Nancy Studebaker is the executive director at the Niles District Library. She can be reached by email at director@nileslibrary.net. ...

Opinion

TYREE: Apollo 11 golden anniversary: Something for everyone

I feared that the 50th anniversary of the first manned moon landing might get eclipsed by other celebrations (the ...

Opinion

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Time for Rep. Upton to leave Washington

Fred Upton, our Congressional representative for Michigan’s 6th District, has been in Congress for 32 years.  Several days ...

Opinion

LETTER: Thanks to Spruce Ridge

The Dowagiac class of ‘89 had a great time golfing at Spruce Ridge. The owners were easy to ...

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WILSON: Travel by riding the rails

Have you ever ridden the rails? I am not talking about urban/suburban commuter mass transit rail travel such ...

Opinion

Heroes come in all shapes, sizes

Thanks to pop culture, when we hear the word “hero,” images of brawny men in spandex often come ...

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Turn out for Summer in the City

Though the heat may be creeping in the high 90s this weekend and staying inside in the air ...

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LA SATA: Farming is a force in southwest Michigan

The limited legislative session schedule in the summer affords me a great opportunity to spend more time in ...

Opinion

Letter to the Editor: Thank you for supporting Dowagiac fireworks

Thank you to everyone who contributed to make the sixth annual Dowagiac firework show organized by the Young ...

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PAQUETTE: Engaged citizens make the difference

Let me begin by thanking everyone who attended my town hall on roads. It was encouraging to see ...

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PAWLOSKI: Second chances change lives

There are things in life that can never be anything but firsts: the day you were born, your ...

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EDITORIAL: Thank you to our public safety officers

Monday evening, the Dowagiac Department of Public Safety presented several emergency personnel with lifesaving awards for taking actions ...

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EDITORIAL: Support local veterans

Comfort and basic support for veterans can be difficult to come by, which is why we were happy ...

Columns

WATSON: History center teams up with Fort St. Joseph project

Last summer the Niles History Center offered walking tours of the city’s historic downtown, highlighting several iconic local ...

Opinion

DOELLINGER: Who is the greatest of all time?

Muhammed Ali used to boast that he was “the greatest of all time.”

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