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PUCKET: How do you handle an enemy?

The well-known British author C. S. Lewis was asked one time, “What sets Christianity apart from all the ...

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TYREE: Are you ready for a cashless society?

Cash is king — but here comes the guillotine.

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PAQUETTE: Capitol update on the budget proposal

Recently the governor announced her budget proposal before a joint meeting with the House and Senate Appropriation committees. ...

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CULTON: You should spay and neuter your pets

Though our spring season starts today, another season is already well underway: puppy and kitten season.

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LASATA: 2019 #SWMISpirit tournament has tipped off

I am proud to continue hosting the southwest Michigan Spirit Tournament, a tradition started by my predecessor, former Sen. ...

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LTE: Vienna Boys Choir lived up to esteemed reputation

The Dogwood Fine Arts Festival was honored to be able to bring the Vienna Boys Choir to Dowagiac. ...

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GUEST COLUMN: Time for government transparency laws to pass

Cautious optimism is circulating among legislators, government transparency advocates and journalists this month as the Michigan House, for ...

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OUR VIEW: Post-season athletics show community spirit

It’s the time of year when all of the fair-weather fans come out of their hiding spots, don ...

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RENSBERRY: You can handle the truth

“You can’t handle the truth.”   

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EDITORIAL: March Reading Month is worth celebrating

March is National Reading Month, and like other ongoing seasons of discipline, Reading Month reminds us not only ...

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NELDON: When it comes to paying for content, news should priority

When I started watching Netflix six or seven years ago, I was in college on a very limited ...

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WILSON: Arnold Tobin’s new brand of politics – Part 2

Last week, this reporter drew the short straw and was granted an exclusive interview with perpetual political candidate, ...

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CULTON: Let’s get ready to shake off those winter blues

There are seven days to go until the first day of spring — not that I’m counting.

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LASATA: Gas tax hike?

Last week Gov. Gretchen Whitmer unveiled her budget recommendation for the next fiscal year. As you have no ...

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NOVAK: Return to Mayberry — The lot

Every neighborhood has one.

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KAUFMANN: Better food for thought

March is National Nutrition Month: a time to make healthier choices about what we choose to chew and ...

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WILSON: Arnold Tobin’s new brand of politics

This reporter was granted an exclusive interview with perpetual political candidate, Arnold Tobin. As you may recall, during ...

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LETTER: Exorbitant cost of prescription drugs must be reduced

The average cost of prescription drugs in the U.S. is double that of other developed countries. As a ...

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NELDON: Celebrating female trailblazers from southwest Michigan

This month, America celebrates girl power.

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CULTON: Why you should pay for your news

When I plan out my budget each month, I make sure to set aside enough money for the ...

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LASATA: March is national reading month

March is Reading Month. It is a time we set aside each year to highlight the importance of ...

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APPLEGATE: Teachers, staff at the Heart of Niles Community Schools

At Niles Community Schools, the success of our students wouldn’t be possible without our dedicated and hardworking faculty. ...

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PAQUETTE: An update from the Capitol

It is great to touch base with you again and provide you with a quick update about how ...

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WILSON: Cruising with Jimmy

“I hate these round-a-bouts,” hissed Jimmy, as he navigated one of the new traffic circles that had popped up ...

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NELDON: Celebrating all things ‘Made in Michiana’

Chances are, somewhere on your commute through Michiana, there is a building you pass by regularly and wonder, ...

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