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Pokagon Band of Potawatomi elects new Tribal Council members
DOWAGIAC — The Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians announced the election of its new Tribal Council Members who were sworn in during a ceremony on Saturday, Aug. 10. Matthew Wesaw was elected Tribal Chairman, Sam Morseau was re-elected Secretary, Mark Topash was re-elected Member At Large, and John P. Warren was elected Elders Representative. Matthew […] The post Pokagon Band of Potawatomi elects new Tribal Council members appeared first on Leader Publications.
‘One big family’: Berrien County Youth Fair a success for community
RRIEN SPRINGS — The Berrien County Youth Fairgrounds were put to good use this week. The Berrien County Youth Fair will say goodbye to this year’s festivities after Saturday’s Bullmania grandstand event at 7 p.m. Fair president Corey Burks has been pleased with the results. From the crowd-pleasing grandstand events to the anticipated animal shows, […] The post ‘One big family’: Berrien County Youth Fair a success for community appeared first on Leader Publications.
PHOTO STORY: Plainwell sweeps annual Viking Stampede
NILES — The Niles and Edwardsburg cross country teams kicked off the 2024 season at the Viking Stampede in Madeline Bertrand Park Friday morning. Marshall’s Reece Davis placed first overall with a time of 16:08 and Plainwell’s Claire Vos took first in the girls race with 20:40. Niles’ boys team placed fourth overall with 96 […] The post PHOTO STORY: Plainwell sweeps annual Viking Stampede appeared first on Leader Publications.
Buchanan seeking applicants for mayor vacancy
BUCHANAN — Buchanan city officials have posted the process they will follow in filling the vacancy left by Mayor Sean Denison’s resignation earlier this week. City Clerk Kalla Langston said that the City Commission is now accepting applications for the remainder of Denison’s term. Whoever is appointed will serve the remainder of his commissioner term […] The post Buchanan seeking applicants for mayor vacancy appeared first on Leader Publications.
Dowagiac history museum to host open house featuring Lewis, Colby works
DOWAGIAC — The Dowagiac Area History Museum is gearing up to host its latest open house “Eleanor and Alice: Two Dowagiac Artists” from 4 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 21. The exhibit will feature artwork from the museum’s collection and from several Alice Lewis collectors in the area. The exhibit will feature all original artwork […] The post Dowagiac history museum to host open house featuring Lewis, Colby works appeared first on Leader Publications.
Controversy surrounds Penn Township treasurer race
PENN TOWNSHIP — It looks like the Aug. 6 primary election isn’t quite over for one Cass County township. Cass County Clerk/Register Monica McMichael confirmed Thursday that the contest for the Republican nomination for Penn Township Treasurer ended in a tie. McMichael said that a mistake on state voter software caused local township officials to […] The post Controversy surrounds Penn Township treasurer race appeared first on Leader Publications.
SMC grad VanRoekel ready to lead Dowagiac bands
DOWAGIAC — Dowagiac’s new band director, Benjamin VanRoekel – a 2019 Southwestern Michigan College graduate and tenor saxophonist from Paw Paw – capped his first band camp Aug. 10 previewing this fall’s halftime show. VanRoekel’s Chieftain Marching Band performed selections from John Williams-themed “A Night at the Movies.” VanRoekel, a veteran of Western Michigan University’s […] The post SMC grad VanRoekel ready to lead Dowagiac bands appeared first on Leader Publications.
Niles approves annual Apple Festival
NILES — The Apple Festival Committee’s request to conduct the 52nd annual Four Flags Area Apple Festival from Thursday, Sept. 26 through Sunday, Sept. 29 was approved 5-1 during Monday’s Niles City Council meeting. The four-day event will ring in the fall season with all kinds of entertainment, activities and treats. Councilmembers Amanda Dunnem and […] The post Niles approves annual Apple Festival appeared first on Leader Publications.
Buchanan man arrested for restaurant property theft
BUCHANAN — A Buchanan man who stole property from a local restaurant was arrested Tuesday, according to the Berrien County Sheriff’s Office. The BCSO investigated the theft of property from the restaurant Fifteen-Two-Twelve, 5212 N. Redbud Trl., Buchanan. With the assistance of the Michigan State Police Southwest Enforcement Team, the property was recovered at a […] The post Buchanan man arrested for restaurant property theft appeared first on Leader Publications.
Buchanan man arrested for restaurant property theft
BUCHANAN — A Buchanan man who stole property from a local restaurant was arrested Tuesday, according to the Berrien County Sheriff’s Office. The BCSO investigated the theft of property from the restaurant Fifteen-Two-Twelve, 5212 N. Redbud Trl., Buchanan. With the assistance of the Michigan State Police Southwest Enforcement Team, the property was recovered at a […] The post Buchanan man arrested for restaurant property theft appeared first on Leader Publications.
Niles council approves revolving loan for RadioShack
NILES — A popular Niles business will be able to complete its move to downtown with support from the City of Niles. The Niles City Council voted 5-1 Monday to approve Dylan Roberts’ $30,000 Revolving Loan Fund request to assist with relocating his ReddHill RadioShack business to its new location at 105 E. Main St. […] The post Niles council approves revolving loan for RadioShack appeared first on Leader Publications.
Cassopolis Village Council hosts August meeting
CASSOPOLIS — The Cassopolis Village Council met for a brief regular meeting on Monday at the Village Hall. The light agenda consisted of approval of the regular meeting minutes from July 8, 2024, as well as approval of invoices totaling $701,346.55 and the second reading of Ordinance Update Chapter 264. Stone Lake Improvement Board Chairman […] The post Cassopolis Village Council hosts August meeting appeared first on Leader Publications.
Niles puts parks maintenance millage on November ballot
NILES — City of Niles residents will have the opportunity to vote in November to decide if they want to support the improvement and enhancement of parks, trails and recreation activities across the city, including the possible addition of a spray pad. The Niles City Council voted 5-1 Monday to approve the “City of Niles […] The post Niles puts parks maintenance millage on November ballot appeared first on Leader Publications.
Buchanan mayor resigns
BUCHANAN — The Buchanan City Commission will soon have a new member and a new mayor after Mayor Sean Denison’s sudden resignation Monday night. His resignation also eliminates the recall election against him that had been scheduled for November. A recall against Denison over his suspension of then City Manager Benjamin Eldridge last fall […] The post Buchanan mayor resigns appeared first on Leader Publications.
Two injured in Mason Township crash
MASON TOWNSHIP — Two Edwardsburg residents were injured in a two-vehicle crash Monday afternoon in Mason Township. Cass County Sheriff Richard J. Behnke reports that at approximately 1:37 p.m. Monday, his deputies responded to a two vehicle crash at the intersection of Old 205 and Kristy Lane in Mason Township. Investigation showed Caitlyn Gose, 24, […] The post Two injured in Mason Township crash appeared first on Leader Publications.
DAR honors Cass County Dark Sky enthusiast
CASS COUNTY — Days before hundreds of people flocked to Dr. TK Lawless Park for optimal viewing of the Perseid Meteor Shower, one local astronomer was recognized for his efforts to make the county park a destination for sky lovers. Robert Parrish, of Edwardsburg, was recognized at the Cass County Parks board meeting Thursday, Aug. […] The post DAR honors Cass County Dark Sky enthusiast appeared first on Leader Publications.
Berrien County Youth Fair exhibit celebrates grand reopening
BERRIEN SPRINGS — A popular fair exhibit has returned to the Berrien County Youth Fair with a new look. The Berrien County Youth Fair celebrated the grand reopening of its “Wonders of Birth” exhibit Monday. The barn has been educating children and adults about animal creation and reproduction since 1991 and features mother and baby […] The post Berrien County Youth Fair exhibit celebrates grand reopening appeared first on Leader Publications.
Edwardsburg Public Schools to host open houses this month
EDWARDSBURG — Edwardsburg Public Schools is gearing up for its annual open house to kick off the 2024-25 academic year. While at the event, students will be able to enroll, meet teachers and get information about clubs and extracurricular activities. Monday, Aug. 26 Eagle Lake Elementary Open House, 4 to 6 p.m. Edwardsburg Middle School […] The post Edwardsburg Public Schools to host open houses this month appeared first on Leader Publications.
Marijuana to be on November ballot in Niles Township
NILES CHARTER TOWNSHIP — Niles Charter Township residents will have the opportunity to vote in November to decide if they want to opt-in to state funding by allowing marijuana establishments within the township borders. The Township Board of Trustees approved “The Niles Charter Township Marijuana Establishments Ordinance” ballot proposal and language for submission to township […] The post Marijuana to be on November ballot in Niles Township appeared first on Leader Publications.
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