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Cass County man wins $1 million in 4th largest Powerball jackpot
A Cass County man found out he’d won a $1 million Powerball prize when he logged into his Michigan Lottery account the morning after the drawing. "I keep waiting to wake up because it still feels like a dream," said Cain Bice, of Union, in a news release. Bice...
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.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive
Dear Editor, Saturday, May 11th marks the 30th Anniversary of one of America’s great days of giving – the National Association of Letter Carriers Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive. Each year on the second Saturday in May, letter carriers from NALC Branch 775 collect non-perishable food donations from our customers. These donations go directly to […] The post LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive appeared first on Leader Publications.
Cass County Sheriff says he's not seeking reelection
CASS COUNTY, Mich. — Since 1987, Richard Behnke has worked for the Cass County Sheriff's Department. He started out as a Cass County Deputy, then served as Supervisor of the Dispatch Center. Then he became Undersheriff for 13 years. For more than 8 years, he's served as the sheriff.
Southwest Michigan dispensaries boast economic impact of 4/20
NILES, Mich. - More and more cannabis dispensaries are popping up all around Southwest Michigan in places like Three Oaks, New Buffalo, Buchanan, and Niles. Saturday marked their fourth 4/20 at Green Stem dispensary since opening in 2020. They say the day went smoothly, with lots of online orders, and...
Brickbat: Keeping Drugs Off the Street
Tressa Beltran, former police chief of Hartford, Michigan, has been charged with multiple felonies, including delivery of narcotics, larceny, extortion, using a computer to commit a crime, embezzlement over $50 by a public official, and three counts of drug possession. Beltran reportedly admitted stealing from the drug disposal box at the police department. Now a new lawsuit against Beltran and the city claims she coerced Hai Quoc Le Jr. into providing her with pain medication he was prescribed for a torn ACL. Le is on parole, and according to his lawsuit, Beltran threatened to make his life "a living hell" if he didn't provide her with drugs, by reporting him to his parole officer and charging him criminally. Le says Beltran was often in her uniform and on duty when she met with him.
Green wave of economic growth in Michigan from marijuana dispensaries
NILES, Mich. — Tomorrow is April 20. That date may mean nothing to you, but it’s a taboo holiday dating back to the 1970s, a kind of homage to the "best time to smoke marijuana". While Michigan entered its fifth year of legal pot, marijuana dispensaries are not...
Coloma High School students clear trash in Earth Day initiative
A dozen students from Coloma High School spent Earth Day cleaning up around town. The kids combed areas near Paw Paw River, and Lions Park, looking for trash. One student says that it was a great chance to make their mark and help the environment. “Before we walked over there,...
Dry air, gusty winds prompt Red Flag Warning for West Michigan
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Due to gusty winds and dry air, a Red Flag Warning will go into effect starting at noon Monday. This alert applies to Allegan, Barry, Calhoun, Kalamazoo, Kent, Muskegon, Newaygo and Van Buren Counties, according to the National Weather Service. Until the warning is cleared, West...
Local musicians to perform in downtown Dowagiac Saturday
DOWAGIAC – Two local musicians will stroll in and out of specialty shops in downtown Dowagiac this Saturday, serenading visitors with music to enhance their shopping experience. The entertainment is being presented Saturday from Noon to 3 p.m. during this community’s Spring Open House Weekend April 19-20. Organized by Vickie Phillipson, owner of Cottage Gallery, […] The post Local musicians to perform in downtown Dowagiac Saturday appeared first on Leader Publications.
Cassopolis Beer Company to bring brews, pizza to historic building
CASSOPOLIS — “We don’t know when we’re opening, let’s make that clear,” laughed Kortney Romanetz. This is in response to the most common question she and husband, Ted Romanetz, have received since beginning to prepare the site for Cassopolis Beer Company, a new business coming to downtown Cassopolis. She noted they hoped to be open […] The post Cassopolis Beer Company to bring brews, pizza to historic building appeared first on Leader Publications.
National Crime Victims’ Rights Week celebrates victim empowerment
CASS COUNTY, Mich. (WNDU) - This week is a national week of reflection for victims of crime and a time to commemorate just how far the victims’ rights movement has come. National Crime Victims’ Rights Week runs until April 27 and seeks to challenge communities to confront and remove barriers to achieving justice for all crime victims.
Man sentenced for killing Van Buren County road worker
PAW PAW, Mich. (WNDU) - The man who hit and killed a Dowagiac man who worked for the Van Buren County Road Commission will spend at least several years in prison. According to our sister station WOOD-TV, 31-year-old Logan Brown of Hartford was sentenced Monday afternoon to a minimum of seven years and a maximum of 15 years for killing 58-year-old Rene Rangel.
Penn High School grad Sarah Hildebrandt qualifies for 2024 Olympics
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (WNDU) - Penn High School graduate Sarah Hildebrandt is heading back to the Olympics this summer. According to our reporting partners at the South Bend Tribune, Hildebrandt earned her second consecutive spot on Team USA by winning the 50 Kg (110 pound) weight class on Saturday night at the U.S. Olympic Trials at Penn State University.
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