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‘Ronda Strong’: Legacy of Dowagiac community member honored with drum-a-thon...
DOWAGIAC — Community members filled the gym at Dowagiac Union High School Saturday morning – rhythm sticks in hand – to honor the life and legacy of Ronda Sullivan. The Ronda Lucas-Sullivan Legacy...
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MARCELLUS TOWNSHIP — A fire destroyed a Marcellus molding company Sunday night. At approximately 10 p.m. Sunday, several area fire departments – including the Marcellus and Dowagiac fire departments –...
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New Schilling’s owner hopes to carry forward legacy in Dowagiac
DOWAGIAC — The new owner of a longtime Dowagiac business aims to carry on the legacy of its late founder. Oliver Fiala is the new owner of Schilling’s Auto Wash, which reopened its doors last week at...
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Cass County unofficial primary election results
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — Listed below are the unofficial election results from Cass County for the Feb. 27 primary election with 100 percent of precincts reported. President (R) Donald Trump – 4,758 Nikki...
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Public hearing date set for Dowagiac ambulance Special Assessment District...
DOWAGIAC — The City of Dowagiac took another step toward fully reestablishing ambulance services to the community after the August 2023 shutdown of Pride Care. The Dowagiac City Council unanimously...
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Dowagiac man gets probation for Silver Creek Township break-in
CASSOPOLIS — A Dowagiac man who broke into a number of area homes last year was sentenced to probation and completion of the Adult Treatment Court program. Smith Matthew Ray Smith, 44, of Orchard...
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Dowagiac Union Schools to interview superintendent candidates March 12-13
DOWAGIAC — The Dowagiac Union Schools Board of Education continues to move forward with the process of selecting a new superintendent. During a special Thursday meeting, the Board of Education voted to...
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Dowagiac Middle School student wins essay contest
DOWAGIAC — Three Dowagiac Middle School students have been named local winners in the 55th annual America & Me Essay Contest, sponsored by Farm Bureau Insurance. The students have earned first,...
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Dowagiac theater program to perform ‘Oliver!’ this weekend
DOWAGIAC — Dowagiac Union Schools students are preparing for their first musical performance of 2024. The schools’ musical group will be performing “Oliver!” in the DMS Auditorium at 7 p.m. Friday and...
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Dowagiac Connected’s adult prom sells out again, raises nearly $5,000
DOWAGIAC — An event that allowed guests to create new prom memories as adults was met with much fanfare. Dowagiac Connected recently hosted its second annual Second Hand Second Chance Adult Prom at the...
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Easter Eggstravaganza springs back into Dowagiac
DOWAGIAC — The Easter Bunny is making its return to Downtown Dowagiac. The 23rd annual Easter Eggstravaganza, hosted by the Greater Dowagiac Chamber of Commerce will be held Saturday, March 23 from...
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First United Methodist to host spring rummage sale March 15-16
DOWAGIAC — A local church is gearing up for one of its biggest events of the year. First United Methodist Church, 326 N. Lowe St., Dowagiac, will host its annual spring rummage and bake sale from 9...
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Family Fare Dowagiac 1975 gives back to community
The Dowagiac Family Fare, 56151 M-51, Dowagiac, had a pumpkin carving contest last fall amongst the employees. Several pumpkins were displayed at the front of the store for customers to vote on their...
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Dowagiac elementary school raises $7,370 for Kids Heart Challenge
DOWAGIAC — A local elementary school used its fundraising efforts to support the mission of the American Heart Association. Students at Justus Gage Elementary School raised $7,370.93 through its Kids...
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Cass County law enforcement committee meets to begin developing strategic plan
CASSOPOLIS — The newly formed Cass County Law Enforcement Strategic Planning Committee decided Tuesday to change the focus of a committee formed during a special meeting in February. Instead of...
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Dowagiac Union Schools narrows superintendent search to two candidates
DOWAGIAC — After two full evenings of interviews, Dowagiac Union Schools narrowed its superintendent search to two individuals. Following interviews Tuesday and Wednesday, the board of education...
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Dowagiac moves forward with street improvement projects
DOWAGIAC — Key city streets in need of improvements will soon receive proper maintenance. The council voted to authorize grant applications through the Surface Transportation Block Grant Program for...
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WATCH: Salvation Army breaks ground on Niles Township building
NILES CHARTER TOWNSHIP — The Salvation Army of Niles will soon be able to better serve neighbors in need in Southeast Berrien and Cass Counties. Local officials gathered Tuesday to celebrate the...
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Dowagiac schools celebrate February Students of the Month
DOWAGIAC — Six local students have been selected for recognition by teachers and faculty for their outstanding performance in school this February. Nominated by teachers and faculty from their...
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The search is over: Dowagiac Union Schools names new superintendent
DOWAGIAC — Dowagiac Union Schools’ new superintendent is a familiar face in the community. The DUS Board of Education announced it has offered the position to Greg Blomgren, High School Principal at...
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