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Edwardsburg to consider rental fees for Gunn Park shelter
EDWARDSBURG — The Village Council of Edwardsburg met Monday at the Village Hall for their regular monthly meeting.= The council continued discussion regarding possible rental fees for use of the new shelter at Gunn Park after bringing back additional research. Trustee Hughes put forth the idea of offering rentals for full or half days, with […] The post Edwardsburg to consider rental fees for Gunn Park shelter appeared first on Leader Publications.
Niles manufacturer celebrates expansion, rebrand with ribbon-cutting ceremony
NILES CHARTER TOWNSHIP — A local manufacturer celebrated its expansion and rebrand Friday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Members of the Greater Niles Area Chamber of Commerce were on hand to celebrate Pratt Intermodal Chassis, a leading manufacturer of container chassis located at 2070 S 3rd St., Niles. PIC guided attendees through the 300,000 square-foot facility, […] The post Niles manufacturer celebrates expansion, rebrand with ribbon-cutting ceremony appeared first on Leader Publications.
Dowagiac Union Schools welcomes new superintendent
DOWAGIAC — The Dowagiac Union Schools Board of Education welcomed new leadership to the district on Monday. The district held its first Board of Education meeting with Greg Blomgren serving as the superintendent. “I’m excited about the people I’ve had an opportunity to meet with,” he said. “There are a lot of committed people here […] The post Dowagiac Union Schools welcomes new superintendent appeared first on Leader Publications.
Thistledown & Row: Downtown Buchanan building transforming into restaurant, bar
BUCHANAN — A collaboration between local business entities is giving the historic Redden Building a new lease on life in downtown Buchanan. Michael and Elaine Rowland of Rowland Property Group and Ann Tuite of Buchanan Craft LLC – parent company of River Saint Joe – have been hard at work transforming 103 Days Ave. into […] The post Thistledown & Row: Downtown Buchanan building transforming into restaurant, bar appeared first on Leader Publications.
Brandywine Jazz Collective to host fundraiser concert July 27
NILES CHARTER TOWNSHIP — A local high school band is putting on a show for a good cause. The Brandywine Jazz Collective is hosting a Jazz Cafe at 7 p.m. Saturday, July 27 at the Brandywine Athletic Community Center, 1700 Bell Rd. Admission is $10 with proceeds going toward the purchase of a new marching […] The post Brandywine Jazz Collective to host fundraiser concert July 27 appeared first on Leader Publications.
Edwardsburg Public Schools to offer before, after school care
EDWARDSBURG — Edwardsburg Public Schools has announced it will be partnering with Camp Fire River Bend, Inc., to offer before and after school care to students in grades K-5 during the 2024-2025 school year. Care would be offered at the Intermediate School from 7:15 a.m. to start time in the mornings and from the end […] The post Edwardsburg Public Schools to offer before, after school care appeared first on Leader Publications.
Police seize 21 guns, ammunition in Niles traffic stop
NILES — A 40-year-old man is facing felony firearms charges after authorities found 21 guns and ammunition during a traffic stop in Niles. According to the Cass County Drug Enforcement Team, detectives received information Monday about an individual who was a known felon and was in possession of several firearms and possibly selling narcotics. The […] The post Police seize 21 guns, ammunition in Niles traffic stop appeared first on Leader Publications.
Annual Ed’s Open Header Cruise set for July 25
DOWAGIAC — One of Dowagiac’s most popular events is set to descend on downtown for a good cause next week. The seventh annual Ed’s Open Header Cruise will take place at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, July 25 to benefit the Cass County Cancer Service, a nonprofit, volunteer-led organization that aids cancer patients in gas cards for […] The post Annual Ed’s Open Header Cruise set for July 25 appeared first on Leader Publications.
Niles Rite Aid to close
NILES — The bankruptcy of Rite Aid Corp. is prompting the closure of stores across the country and southwest Michigan is no exception. The Rite Aid located at 11 S. 11th St., Niles, has announced it will be closing this summer – the pharmacy on Thursday, July 18 and the retail floor Sunday, Aug. 25. […] The post Niles Rite Aid to close appeared first on Leader Publications.
South Bend man sentenced on weapons charge
NILES — A South Bend man was sentenced on a weapons charge Monday in Berrien County Trial Court. Jason Robert Miltroka, 47, of South Bend, pleaded guilty to attempted carrying a concealed weapon and was sentenced to 10 days in jail with credit for two days served and $258 in fines and costs. His firearm […] The post South Bend man sentenced on weapons charge appeared first on Leader Publications.
Red Shoe Realty to host grand opening, open house
NILES — Red Shoe Realty is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its new office at 922 S 11th St., Niles. The event will be held in an open house style from 4 to 7 p.m. on July 24, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony scheduled for 4:30 p.m. Parking will be available at the following […] The post Red Shoe Realty to host grand opening, open house appeared first on Leader Publications.
PHOTO STORY: Vandalia hosts annual Underground Railroad Days
VANDALIA — Cass County’s history and connection to the Underground Railroad was on full display for visitors and community members alike Saturday and Sunday. The Village of Vandalia and the Underground Railroad Society of Cass County hosted the annual Underground Railroad Days Saturday and Sunday, July 13 and 14 with activities centered around Milo Barnes […] The post PHOTO STORY: Vandalia hosts annual Underground Railroad Days appeared first on Leader Publications.
Niles man gets jail time for carrying concealed weapon
NILES — A Niles man who was arrested for carrying a loaded stolen gun was sentenced to jail Monday in Berrienn County Trial Court. Gladger Lee Ross, 64, of Niles, pleaded guilty to carrying a concealed weapon and was sentenced to 20 days in jail with credit for one day served and $198 in fines […] The post Niles man gets jail time for carrying concealed weapon appeared first on Leader Publications.
Dowagiac Summer Festival, BBQ Competition arrives this weekend
DOWAGIAC — The sound of sizzling meats and the smell of smoky flavors will be wafting through downtown Dowagiac this weekend. Now in its 38th year, Dowagiac’s Summer Festival returns to downtown Dowagiac Friday, July 19, and Saturday, July 20, featuring the second annual BBQ Competition. The festival is one of several seasonal events, hosted […] The post Dowagiac Summer Festival, BBQ Competition arrives this weekend appeared first on Leader Publications.
Edwardsburg man gets time served for larceny
CASSOPOLIS — An Edwardsburg man who broke into cars at Edwardsburg High School and later broke into a home in 2017 was given credit for time served Friday in Cass County Circuit Court. Joshua James Parker is currently serving a prison term for assault and other charges in Indiana. Parker, 30, of Section Street […] The post Edwardsburg man gets time served for larceny appeared first on Leader Publications.
Dowagiac DART launches on-demand transit service
DOWAGIAC — A new city service was celebrated with much fanfare Friday morning. City and county officials, community members and volunteers were on hand to celebrate the launch of Dowagiac DART on Demand service – a new, Uber-like service aiming to make it easier for Dowagiac residents to move around the city. Throughout the day, […] The post Dowagiac DART launches on-demand transit service appeared first on Leader Publications.
Cassopolis honors 2024 Miss Cassopolis Court
CASSOPOLIS — The Cassopolis Village Council welcomed members of the new Miss Cassopolis Court at their July meeting on Monday. Village President David Johnson presented certificates to the Second Runner-Up, Madison Conner and the First Runner-Up, Miranda Knepple, and presented a certificate and trophy to Caitlin Jones, who won both Miss Congeniality and Miss Cassopolis […] The post Cassopolis honors 2024 Miss Cassopolis Court appeared first on Leader Publications.
Niles, township approve revised SMCAS articles
Niles City Council agreed Monday night to a revised version of the Southwestern Michigan Community Ambulance Service articles of incorporation and by-laws. Niles Charter Township’s Board of Trustees agreed to the revised articles during their July 1 meeting. SMCAS is a non-profit, municipally-owned and operated advanced life support ambulance service that has provided 24/7 emergency […] The post Niles, township approve revised SMCAS articles appeared first on Leader Publications.
Creating culture: 100+ community members participate in downtown art project
NILES — Community members braved the sweltering heat Sunday to be part of an art project that will greet community members and visitors alike for years to come. The River Essence Group invited community members to paint the parking lot curb on the 2nd Street and Sycamore parking lot. Led by muralist Chris Stackowicz of […] The post Creating culture: 100+ community members participate in downtown art project appeared first on Leader Publications.
Cass County law clerk gets jail for contempt of court
CASSOPOLIS — A law clerk was held in contempt of court and sentenced to jail Friday in Cass County Circuit Court. Rosemary Kuerbitz, a law clerk for the Cass County Prosecutor’s Office, was sentenced to 30 days in jail. Kuerbitz was arrested for contempt of court following the sentencing of Benjamin Jacob Lewis, 42, of […] The post Cass County law clerk gets jail for contempt of court appeared first on Leader Publications.
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