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Two Niles men hospitalized in Cass County car crash, deputies say
HOWARD TOWNSHIP, Mich. — Two men were taken to the hospital Friday after a car crash in Howard Township. Ann Arbor crash:Suspected drunk driver hits guide wire, lands car vertically in Ann Arbor, police say. Allegedly, Anthony Lauricella, 74, of Niles, failed to yield to oncoming traffic while turning...
Car hit 114 mph before fatal police pursuit crash, throwing driver from fiery wreck
VAN BUREN COUNTY, MI -- A police analyst estimated a car was going 114 mph during a police pursuit in Southwest Michigan before it skidded into a tree and exploded, killing the driver. The crash occurred on Feb. 10 on County Road 681, the Van Buren County Sheriff’s Office said....
Dowagiac first responders, school staff honored for life-saving actions
DOWAGIAC — The Dowagiac City Council recognized local first responders and Dowagiac Union Schools staff with lifesaving awards during Monday’s meeting. Public Safety Director Steve Grinnewald recognized nine first responders and DUS staff for their life-saving efforts in three incidents over the past year. “We are here to recognize several professionals from the Dowagiac Police […] The post Dowagiac first responders, school staff honored for life-saving actions appeared first on Leader Publications.
Farmers help fruit crops fight cold temperatures
BERRIEN SPRINGS, Mich. — Thursday was quite the chilly morning for some in our area, and when it gets cold this time of the year, fruit farmers see the impact. Storm Alert Meteorologist Lynnette Grant spoke with a local farmer to see how his crops are doing after the cold blast. Some fruit crops can be protected from frost by taking certain preventative measures.
City council talks PrideFest, approves housing grant
DOWAGIAC — One citizen’s concerns over an event scheduled for this summer in Dowagiac led to a contentious start to Monday’s city council meeting. Jim Frazier, owner of Vincent J. Jewelers, asked the council during public comment about the Outcenter of Southwest Michigan’s inaugural Cass County PrideFest scheduled to take place from 4 to 8 […] The post City council talks PrideFest, approves housing grant appeared first on Leader Publications.
Cass County residents sentenced on drug charges
CASSOPOLIS — Three area residents were sentenced on drug charges Friday in Cass County Circuit Court. Casey Phillip Carter, 35, of Beckwith Street in Dowagiac, pleaded guilty to possession of methamphetamine and was sentenced to two years probation, credit for 19 days served and $2,268 in fines and costs. The incident occurred June 2, 2023 […] The post Cass County residents sentenced on drug charges appeared first on Leader Publications.
2024 Dowagiac Music in The Park lineup, vendors announced
DOWAGIAC — One of Dowagiac’s most popular events is set to take the stage once again this summer. The Dowagiac Music in The Park summer concert series is set to return to the Dowagiac Library Event Pavilion – on the corner of New York Avenue and Main Street – at 7:30 p.m. every Thursday from […] The post 2024 Dowagiac Music in The Park lineup, vendors announced appeared first on Leader Publications.
Dowagiac Middle School to host inaugural Mother’s Day Market, Craft Fair Saturday
DOWAGIAC — Vendors from across Michiana will convene at Dowagiac Middle School Saturday to sell their goods for a cause. The inaugural Mother’s Day Market and Craft Fair takes place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 27 at Dowagiac Middle School. Sponsored by the middle school’s Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports Team, the […] The post Dowagiac Middle School to host inaugural Mother’s Day Market, Craft Fair Saturday appeared first on Leader Publications.
Boys and Girls Clubs of Southwest Michigan Announce $1.2 million improvement project
BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (WSBT) — The Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Southwest Michigan announced a $1.2 million capital improvement project. Level Up at the Club is a new life and workforce readiness program for teens. The program will be based out of the Teen Center in Benton Harbor.
Man wielding hammer arrested after breaking into Van Buren Co. home
VAN BUREN COUNTY, Mich. — A man wielding a hammer was arrested for breaking into a home in Van Buren County after a confrontation with police, the Sheriff's Office says. Police were called to the 51000 block of County Road 380 in Columbia Township around 6:30 p.m. Monday on the report of a man trespassing on someone's property.
Rotary president named Paul Harris Fellow
DOWAGIAC — A Dowagiac Rotarian was presented with one of the group’s most prestigious awards. Rotary President Steve Zebell was presented with the Paul Harris Fellow Award Thursday at the annual Dowagiac Rotary Friends and Family Dinner at the Elks Lodge. The Paul Harris Fellow Award, named after Rotary International Founder Paul Harris, is a […] The post Rotary president named Paul Harris Fellow appeared first on Leader Publications.
FBI assisting in last month's Niles threat investigations
NILES, Mich. (WSBT) — We're learning more about the investigation into the bomb threats at several Niles and Berrien County schools. The Police Chief says they are working with the FBI out of New York. They don't believe the threats originated locally. They believe they may have been from...
Layoffs at Whirlpool could affect workers in Benton Harbor
BENTON HARBOR, Mich. - Workers in Benton Harbor could be impacted by some upcoming Whirlpool layoffs as part of the corporation's cost-cutting effort. ABC57 reached out to Whirlpool Thursday, and they responded with a statement saying:. "The first wave of global headcount actions occurred in March, and we anticipate the...
Paw Paw senior marches over hardships on path to success
PAW PAW, Mich. (WOOD) — One senior at Paw Paw High School knows about overcoming difficult moments. Abby Goodwin is top of her class and is passionate about cross-country, robotics and music. But that was all nearly taken away in the fall. She was driving to a morning workout...
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