Clik here to view.
Victim of fatal Silver Creek Township crash identified
CASS COUNTY — Amanda Kay Huffman, 33, of Niles, has been identified as the victim of the fatal crash that occurred Thursday in Silver Creek Township, according to the Cass County Sheriff’s Office....
View ArticleClik here to view.
Murphy makes Titans’ 53-man roster
NASHVILLE — Former Dowagiac and Ferris State University standout Caleb Murphy has once again made the initial 53-man roster for the Tennessee Titans. The second-year edge rusher was not listed among...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Michigan Gateway Community Foundation awards grants to local organizations
BUCHANAN — One area organization recently granted more than $98,000 to organizations in Berrien and Cass counties. The Board of Trustees for Michigan Gateway Community Foundation have approved the...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Dowagiac Union Schools welcomes back students for new school year
DOWAGIAC — After a summer away, students from across the area returned to school this week for the 2024-2025 school year. In Dowagiac, Dowagiac Union Schools students have jumped into the new year...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Dowagiac announces lead service line inventory program
DOWAGIAC — The City of Dowagiac is making progress in its efforts to identify and plan to replace lead service lines throughout the community. Working with State and Federal agencies, the city is...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Dowagiac partners with EPA for ‘Get The Lead Out’ national initiative
CHICAGO — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has announced a collaboration with the City of Dowagiac to help identify lead pipes that are used to deliver drinking water and accelerate their...
View ArticleClik here to view.
New Dowagiac storefront focuses on artists, crafters, vendors
DOWAGIAC — A new business is giving a once-vacant building a new, artistic lease on life. Here 4-U recently opened its doors at 57365 M-51 S., Dowagiac in the former Advanced Chiropractic building....
View ArticleClik here to view.
Lake Michigan College celebrates first Police Academy graduating class in 40...
BENTON HARBOR — Lake Michigan College recognized 14 recruits last week for successfully completing the College’s first Police Academy session in 42 years. The Academy, which gained approval from the...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Two arrested in Dowagiac for drug possession
DOWAGIAC — Two people were placed under arrest Tuesday after drugs were found inside their vehicle, according to the Dowagiac Police Department. The Cass County Drug Enforcement Team assisted the...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Dowagiac residents give input on city parks, rec plan
DOWAGIAC — Community members gathered at Dowagiac Middle School Tuesday to help imagine the future of city parks and recreation opportunities as the City of Dowagiac prepares to update its parks and...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Area residents sentenced in Berrien County Court
NILES — Several area residents were sentenced Monday in Berrien County Trial Court at the Niles courthouse. Brian Lee Lawson, 39, of Dowagiac, pleaded guilty to possession of analogues and was...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Eastern Equine Encephalitis, West Nile virus detected in Cass County
CASS COUNTY — The Van Buren/Cass District Health Department is calling on residents to take precautionary measures after the recent identification of Eastern Equine Encephalitis and West Nile Virus in...
View ArticleClik here to view.
SMC women’s basketball, City of Dowagiac team up for fire hydrant painting...
DOWAGIAC — The Southwestern Michigan College women’s basketball team traded basketballs for paint brushes Friday morning. The team volunteered to paint fire hydrants throughout the Lincoln School...
View ArticleClik here to view.
SMC hosts fall Campus Bash
DOWAGIAC — New and current students at Southwestern Michigan College had the opportunity to learn more about opportunities on campus and in the community, while having a bit of fun on the side. SMC...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Dowagiac VFW hosts inaugural car show
DOWAGIAC — Motorheads from Dowagiac and beyond descended upon the city Wednesday for a good cause. The Dowagiac VFW Post 1855 hosted its inaugural Car, Truck and Motorcycle Show at 472 E. Division St....
View ArticleClik here to view.
County Historical Association raising funds to create Leader Publications...
NILES — A local organization is raising funds to preserve and interpret the history, heritage and culture of Berrien County and the surrounding areas. The Berrien County Historical Association, 313 N....
View ArticleClik here to view.
Dowagiac Area History Museum to host annual fundraiser Sept. 18
DOWAGIAC — A local history museum is gearing up for the return of one of its biggest fundraisers. The Dowagiac Area History Museum’s annual Keep History Alive Fundraiser will take place from 6 to 9...
View ArticleClik here to view.
State testing shows Dowagiac schools closing COVID gap
DOWAGIAC — Dowagiac elementary and middle school students posted improvements on standardized test results, with most scores surpassing pre-pandemic levels, according to district results the district...
View ArticleClik here to view.
PHOTO STORY: SMC women’s hoops promotes reading, sportsmanship at Niles schools
NILES — The Southwestern Michigan College women’s basketball continued its efforts to give back to the community last week, this time with Niles Community Schools. The team volunteered at Eastside...
View ArticleClik here to view.
SMC launches new tuition-free scholarship program
DOWAGIAC — Southwestern Michigan College believes its new free tuition scholarship program, the Green Light Guarantee, reinforces its commitment to providing accessible and affordable education for all...
View Article