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SMC and GVSU Sign Agreement
GRAND RAPIDS — An agreement Southwestern Michigan College and Grand Valley State University signed July 17 provides SMC students with opportunities to take GVSU classes and degree programs at the Dowagiac campus. “There is no denying the economic benefits of a higher education,” SMC President Dr. Joseph L. Odenwald...
Construction of Cass District Library’s new Edwardsburg Branch is underway
Ron McAdam, Cass District Library Board and Facilities Committee member, stands in what will be, in the not too distant future, the main part of CDL’s new Edwardsburg Branch. Contractors were pouring foundations on Friday, July 19, and were expected to complete the task this week. The area behind McAdam will be a fireplace and beyond the exterior wall will be walking trails.
Chettleburgh, Bolt win 2024 Diamond Lake Triathlon titles
CASSOPOLIS — Perfect conditions greeted more than 125 participants for the 2024 Diamond Lake Triathlon Saturday. Under sunny skies and temperatures in the mid-60s when the first wave hit the water in front of Diamond Lake Triathlon, Michael Chettleburgh captured the men’s title with an overall time of 59:24.
'Hometown Days' festival happening July 26-28 in New Carlisle
NEW CARLISLE, Ind. -- The summer festival tradition in New Carlisle, 'Hometown Days' is taking place from July 26 to 28 at New Carlisle Memorial Park. The events take place all three days throughout the course of the festival and organizers are hoping to provide family-friendly fun throughout the weekend.
25,000-year-old Michigan cave partially collapses after heavy rains
BERRIEN COUNTY, MI -- One of Michigan’s few public caves is closed for tours after heavy rains caused a partial collapse. A wall of Bear Cave in Buchanan collapsed this week, said Adam Morris, the property manager at Bear Cave RV Campground. The cave, one of Michigan’s few open to the public, is closed until further notice.
5K & Fun Fest by Berrien Center Bible Church
BERRIEN COUNTY, Mich. --On Sunday, Jul. 28, you can come and enjoy summer racing with your family in Southwest Michigan, participating in running, food, music and fun. This race is sponsored by Berrien.Life, with proceeds from the race going to the Emergency Shelter Services. In addition to the exciting run...
23rd annual Stuff-A-Bus fundraiser helps Michiana families in need
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) - Michiana residents came together to make a difference in the lives of those in need at the 23rd annual Stuff-A-Bus fundraiser. By participating, critically needed items such as fruits and vegetables from Martin’s Super Markets are donated in support of South Bend’s Center for the Homeless and Faith Mission in Elkhart.
7 Things People Love About Decatur, Michigan
From delicious ice cream and burgers to historical figures here are 7 fun facts that people love about the small village of Decatur according to your Facebook comments. 7. "Decatur was once the celery capital of the United States" ~Judy Spradlin. Judy is correct, the nutrient-rich swampland that Decatur sits...
Annual Summer Festival kicks off in Dowagiac
DOWAGIAC, Mich. (WNDU) - The city of Dowagiac is hosting its 38th annual Summer Festival this weekend!. You’ll be able to stroll down Front Street downtown, which will be lined with vendors, food trucks, and activities. “We’ve been here a couple of times now actually. We’re having a really...
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.
Shoreline preservation plan in the works to fight erosion on Lake Michigan
BERRIEN COUNTY Mich. (WSBT) — Erosion on Lake Michigan's shoreline is now getting the attention of state representatives. A disappearing shoreline looms for Lake Michigan and now state lawmakers are jumping in to help one group committed to preservation. It's been years since erosion on Lake Michigan's shoreline became...
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.
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.
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