As we set to work on this year’s Horizons edition, we reflected on all the positive change happening throughout Niles, Buchanan, Cassopolis, Dowagiac and …Ricky McQuality, 63, of Dowagiac, passed away Saturday, March 5, 2022. Arrangements are being made by Brown Funeral Home, of Niles. Subscribe to Leader Publications' free newsletterVickie was born on May 6, 1957, to the late Jerry Sr. and Shirley (Younger) Hunsberger. She graduated from Dowagiac High School in 1975. Vickie was an avid University of Michigan fan and loved shopping and dancing. Most of all, she loved spending time with her family and friends playing bags and going on road trips.Harrison Lyons, 90, of Dowagiac, died Wednesday, May 8, 2024. Arrangement were entrusted to Clark Chapel and Cremation Services, Dowagiac. Please visit Harrison’s personalized website for a complete obituary or to leave a condolence to his family at www.clarkch.com Subscribe to Leader Publications' free newsletterJan 26, 2024 · Dowagiac went 2-0 Wednesday night as it also defeated the Shamrocks’ B team 78-6. Subscribe to Leader Publications' free newsletter In Wolverine Conference action, host Niles raced out to a 27-0 lead over Edwardsburg and went on to beat the Eddies 42-27.Jan 22, 2019 · Alyson M. “Aly” Wheeler, 29, of Dowagiac, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 17, 2019, at Borgess Lee Memorial in Dowagiac. Aly was born Aug. 11, 1989, in Niles, to Terry and Nancy (Turner) Wheeler. She graduated from Dowagiac High School in 2008. After high school, she went on to earn two associate’s degrees from Southwestern …DOWAGIAC — The Dowagiac boys track team swept visiting Buchanan and Benton Harbor in a Lakeland Conference meet Wednesday. The meet was the first at home for the Chieftains in more than five years. Dowagiac defeated the Bucks 78-54 and the Tigers 107-16. Subscribe to Leader Publications' free ...LETTER TO THE EDITOR: In support of City Manager Benjamin Eldridge. November 10, 2023. Opinion.BENTON HARBOR — Local high school drama students will get a taste of the Tony Awards next month. The Dowagiac and Edwardsburg drama programs are among the nominees for the 2023-2024 WAVE Awards for Excellence in High School Musical Theatre. Dowagiac is nominated for four awards including "Outstanding set design," for its most recent production, […]Anthony Darnell Tartt-Smith, 34, of Pokagon Street in Dowagiac, pleaded guilty to multiple charges related to two incidents last year. He was sentenced to concurrent terms of seven to 40 years, three to 20 years, three to 10 years, two to eight years and two years six months to four years in prison. He has credit for 171 days served and must ...Much of Heddon's experimenting took place at Mill Pond. The pond owes its existence to William Renesten, who dammed the Dowagiac River/Creek in 1830 to harness the river power for a grist mill he built at the site that is now across M-62 from the Mill Pond, according to Dowagiac Area History Museum director Steve Arseneau.DOWAGIAC — When a downtown building came up for sale, an Indiana man with ties to Dowagiac jumped at the chance to return to the city. In January, attorney Marcel Lebbin purchased 140 S. Front St. after being named Dowagiac city attorney in December 2021. As a result of the purchase, antique retailer RUsT has […]DOWAGIAC — Six local students have been selected for recognition by teachers and faculty for their outstanding performance in school this December. Nominated by teachers and faculty from their respective schools in the Dowagiac Union Schools district, Brianna Willis, Gaia Ruiz, Ella Samuel, Kirsten Smith, Jacob Villegas and Charles Shreve received plaques and T-shirts with […]Mar 21, 2024 · DOWAGIAC — Dowagiac Union Schools’ new superintendent is a familiar face in the community. The DUS Board of Education announced it has offered the position to Greg Blomgren, High School Principal at St. Joseph Public Schools in St. Joseph, contingent upon successful contract negotiations and a site visit. Blomgren will begin on …There has been no shortage of bad, ruthless or simply inept leaders throughout history. From insane monarchs to power-hungry Roman emperors, many rulers had reigns that were damagi...Starlyn Bolt, 67, of Dowagiac, died Saturday, Jan. 22, 2024. Memorial Gathering will be from 2:00-4:00 PM on Friday, January 26 at Clark Chapel and Cremation, 405 Center St, Dowagiac. A complete obituary and online guestbook are available at www.clarkch.com Subscribe to Leader Publications' free newsletterDOWAGIAC — Six local students have been selected for recognition by teachers and faculty for their outstanding performance in school this December. Nominated by teachers and faculty from their respective schools in the Dowagiac Union Schools district, Brianna Willis, Gaia Ruiz, Ella Samuel, Kirsten Smith, Jacob Villegas and Charles Shreve received plaques and T-shirts with […]Jan 11, 2024 · Leader photo/KELLY SWEENEY. BUCHANAN — The Dowagiac wrestling team took its first step toward winning Lakeland Conference championship by defeating defending champion Brandywine and host Buchanan Wednesday night. The Chieftains swept the league quad by beating the Bobcats 64-18 and the Bucks 60-18. Dowagiac will …Feb. 10, 1956 — Feb. 13, 2016. Edward A. Kazlauskas, 60, of Dowagiac, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, Feb. 13, 2016. Ed was surrounded by his loving family after losing his battle to cancer. Ed was born February 10th, 1956, in Dowagiac to Edward L. & Barbara (Ausra) Kazlauskas.Apr 30, 2023 · DOWAGIAC — 259 players heard their names called during the 2023 NFL Draft and Caleb Murphy was not one of them. With an impressive final season at Ferris State and a good showing at the NFL Combine, it was a surprise to many when the former Dowagiac standout was left waiting for a team to call home at the end of the draft.Published 8:00 am Tuesday, August 22, 2017. By Submitted. Leslie "Les" Cross, 46, of Dowagiac, died Aug. 19, 2017. Arrangements have been entrusted to Clark Chapel & Cremation Services of Dowagiac. clarkch.com. Subscribe to Leader Publications' free newsletter.DOWAGIAC — A marijuana provisioning center was officially welcomed into the Dowagiac business community on Wednesday. Chamber of Commerce representatives and business owners gathered at the ReLeaf Center, 29402 Amerihost Dr, Dowagiac, celebrating the occasion with a ribbon tying ceremony. Instead of a traditional ribbon-cutting ceremony, Soenen and the chamber used a ribbon tying ceremony […]4 days ago · DOWAGIAC — Israel “Izzy” Villegas, of Dowagiac Union High School, has signed his National Junior College Athletic Association letter of intent to for Southwestern Michigan College this winter. Villegas has a career record of 135-33, going 49-7 in his senior season while winning district and regional championships.BRIDGMAN — The Dowagiac softball team will head into the postseason with a full head of steam. The Chieftains have won 18 consecutive wins following their sweep of host Bridgman Thursday. Dowagiac, which is the host for the Division 2 District Tournament, which begins Tuesday with the Chieftains taking on long-time rival Edwardsburg, defeated ...CASSOPOLIS — A Dowagiac man who failed to register as a sex offender was sentenced to a year in jail Friday in Cass County Circuit Court. Shelton Harley Cooper, 34, of Dowagiac, pleaded guilty to failure to register as a sex offender was sentenced to 365 days in jail with credit for 74 days served and $1,608 in fines and costs.NILES — The Greater Dowagiac Chamber of Commerce recognized local leaders who have helped the city and its ... October 31, 2023. Community News Indiana Michigan Power releases thermostat survey results. SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — In coordination with October's National Energy Awareness Month, Indiana Michigan Power invited customers to share ...6 days ago · Subscribe to Leader Publications' free newsletter Also qualifying for Niles were Jaden Ivory, who was the runner-up in the long jump with a leap of 20-11. Ethan Chambliss finished third in the high jump with a height of 6-2, while the Vikings’ 400-meter relay team of Julian Means-Flewellen, Peyton Gordon, Alex Anderson and Sam Rucker finished ...DOWAGIAC — Southwest Michigan area residents will soon be able to access primary care services at a new Corewell Health facility in Dowagiac. The opening of Corewell Health Primary Care Dowagiac supports the system's efforts to improve health, prevent chronic diseases and reduce health disparities in rural communities. According to the Centers for Disease Control […]DOWAGIAC — Avenging a loss from the previous Saturday, host Dowagiac swept a non-conference baseball doubleheader from Decatur Tuesday. In other non-league play, host Niles swept Bridgman. Decatur at Dowagiac. The Chieftains, who lost a 3-2 decision to the Raiders Saturday, defeated Decatur 6-3 and 3-2. In the opener, Dowagiac used a four-run ...Rotary president named Paul Harris Fellow. DOWAGIAC — A Dowagiac Rotarian was presented with one of the group’s most prestigious awards. Rotary President Steve ... April 26, 2024.DOWAGIAC — After having its four-game winning streak snapped last week, Dowagiac returns home to try to get back on the winning track as it hosted Lakeland Conference leader Berrien Springs Friday night. The Shamrocks had other ideas.Oct 12, 2023 · DOWAGIAC — A push to change the Dowagiac Union Schools mascot has resurfaced. ... Leader Publications was referred to the board’s August statement. A desire for dialogue. In March 2021, the Pokagon Band Tribal Council formally adopted a resolution condemning the use of Native American imagery by non-native organizations, including …Aug 24, 2023 · DOWAGIAC — Family, friends and community members gathered Thursday morning to celebrate the life and legacy of a Dowagiac native who also served as Michigan’s first African American police chief. The City of Dowagiac honored Chief George Grady by dedicating the Chief George L. Grady Police Station with a ceremony. On Aug. …2023 marks the 175th anniversary of the founding of Dowagiac. To celebrate this milestone, Leader Publications – with help from the Dowagiac Area History Museum – will provide readers with a series of stories detailing the rich history of the Grand Old City. The stories will be released in digital on the third Friday of each month through ...As we set to work on this year’s Horizons edition, we reflected on all the positive change happening throughout Niles, Buchanan, Cassopolis, Dowagiac and …Roland J. Huff, 99, of Dowagiac, passed away on Wednesday, March 17, 2021, at Forest Glen Assisted Living in Dowagiac. Arrangements have been entrusted to Clark Chapel. ... Subscribe to Leader Publications' free newsletter. Roland was born Dec. 11, 1921, in Decatur to Amos and Lulu (Barnum) Huff. He left school at an early age after his father ...Nov 9, 2023 · DOWAGIAC — The Greater Dowagiac Chamber of Commerce Pageant Committee hosted an evening social last week at Venue 132, welcoming six young women who will be vying for an opportunity to represent Dowagiac and to win scholarship money. The Miss Dowagiac Scholarship Pageant will be held on Saturday, Jan. 13, 2024, and …In partnership with Quartz Insights, we connected with leaders that have experienced crisis to identify actionable ways executives can use a crisis as an opportunity to improve str...Laura Jean Stineback, 42, of Dowagiac, died Tuesday, May 12, 2015, at her home. ... Subscribe to Leader Publications' free newsletter. Laura was born Jan. 23, 1973, in Berrien Center, to Charles and Phyllis (Northrop) Eubanks. She attended Dowagiac Union High School and later received her nursing degree from Southwestern Michigan College.Before southwest Michigan puts 2021 in the rearview, Leader Publications is looking back at its top 10 stories of the year. These are stories that cover issues that made a significant impact in Cassopolis, Dowagiac and Sister Lakes. These are stories of heartbreak, triumph and everything in between. Without further ado, let's count down the […]He began working as an assistant trainer with the Dowagiac Police Athletic League's youth boxing program, which he took over in 2005. Operating from a gym inside the former Lincoln School Building, Swann helped train local children in the art of boxing, with several of the program's students winning Golden Gloves in regional tournaments.Oct. 3, 1943 — April 6, 2021 Samuel Joe Lacy, 77, of Dowagiac, passed away at Lakeland Hospital in Niles on Tuesday, April 6, 2021. Sam was born on Oct. 3, 1943, to the late Samuel and Lura (Leak) Lacy in Ripley, Tennessee. After graduating from high school, Sam moved from Tennessee to Jackson, Michigan […]DOWAGIAC — Former Dowagiac standout Shawn Little made it back-to-back wins in the 5K of Steve's Run Friday night. Little took a big lead coming down the hill on Front Street and ran away from the field in the 49th edition of the fundraising race that is named after the late Dowagiac Union High School and Southwestern Michigan College student Steve Breigel.<div style="position: fixed; top: 0px; left: 0px; z-index: 3000; height: 100%; width: 100%; background-color: #FFFFFF"> <p style="margin-left: 10px">We're sorry but ...(Leader photo/TED YOAKUM) A 10-year-veteran of the library administration profession is the now serving the people of Dowagiac as the new director of the Dowagiac District Library. Matt Weston was named to the position by the library board late last month.Mar 28, 2024 · DOWAGIAC — The administration and staff at Dowagiac Union High School are proud to announce the Top Ten Graduates from the Class of 2024. The following students have excelled both in and out of the classroom by maintaining a superb academic record, while also participating in numerous extracurricular activities and teams. …CASSOPOLIS — A Dowagiac man was sentenced Friday in Cass County Circuit Court for possession of methamphetamine. Mathew Aaron Crider, 37, of Maple Street in Dowagiac, pleaded guilty to possession of methamphetamine and was sentenced to three years probation and $2,628 in fines and costs. He has no credit for the time he's been in jail as he ...A Dowagiac native, Winchester-Greer was an Instructor for Miss Kathy's School of the Dance in Decatur and Flints Dance Studio in South Bend, Ind., before she made the decision to open MMC in her hometown. Classes began out of the Federated Covenant Church before Winchester-Greer was able to establish roots in downtown Dowagiac.Published 2:55 pm Wednesday, January 10, 2024. By Submitted. Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Mary Ann Steimle, 89, of Dowagiac, passed away at Corewell Health St. Joseph on Jan. 10, 2024. Arrangements have been entrusted to Bowerman Funeral Home in Eau Claire, Michigan. www.BowermanFuneral.com. Subscribe to Leader Publications' free ...Harrison Lyons, 90, of Dowagiac, died Wednesday, May 8, 2024. Arrangement were entrusted to Clark Chapel and Cremation Services, Dowagiac. Please visit Harrison’s personalized website for a complete obituary or to leave a condolence to his family at www.clarkch.com Subscribe to Leader Publications' free newsletterOct. 14, 1950 — Aug. 27, 2021. Linda Lou Mosier, 70, of Dowagiac, passed away on Friday, Aug. 27, 2021, at her home. A celebration of life service will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the donor's choice. Arrangements have been entrusted to Clark Chapel, 405 Center St., Dowagiac. Friends wishing to leave the ...Tracey Nickens, 59, Lansing, formerly of Dowagiac, died Sunday, Jan. 7, 2024. Funeral services will be at 12 p.m., Friday, Jan 19, at Peace Temple COGIC, 102 Andrews St, Dowagiac. A complete obituary and online guestbook are available at www.clarkch.com Subscribe to Leader Publications' free newsletterDOWAGIAC — In-between working full time at Tyler Automotive, spending time with his family and owning FitStop24 in Niles, Gary Marshall is looking to expand his mission to make people healthy. ... Subscribe to Leader Publications' free newsletter. The idea to take over the gym and convert it into a FitStop24 just made sense to Marshall.Jan 19, 2024 · DOWAGIAC — Two teams chasing Lakeland Conference leader Brandywine squared off in Dowagiac Thursday night. Defending conference champion Buchanan trailed for a good portion of the first three quarters, but when the Chieftains went cold in the final eight minutes, the Bucks pounced and came away with a 37-30 victory.DOWAGIAC — Threes were a significant number for the Dowagiac girls and boys basketball teams Tuesday night. The Chieftain girls basketball team ran its winning streak to three straight with a 40-28 win over former Wolverine Conference foe Three Rivers, while Dowagiac's boys basketball team snapped its three-game losing streak on the road against the Wildcats, 56-48.Dowagiac finished fourth with 51 points. Benton Harbor did not field a team. Subscribe to Leader Publications' free newsletter. Berrien Springs was even more dominant in the boy's portion of the meet as it won with 184 points. Dowagiac was second with 68 Buchanan third with 51 points and Brandywine fourth with 37 points. Benton Harbor placed ...May 4, 2024 · Dowagiac’s Luke Spagnoli earned medalist honors as he shot a 42. Subscribe to Leader Publications' free newsletter The Chieftains also got a 46 from Travis Rehborg, a 47 from Dane Spagnoli and a 47 from Jeremiah Bond.3 days ago · DOWAGIAC — Avenging a loss from the previous Saturday, host Dowagiac swept a non-conference baseball doubleheader from Decatur Tuesday. In other non-league play, host Niles swept Bridgman. Decatur at Dowagiac. The Chieftains, who lost a 3-2 decision to the Raiders Saturday, defeated Decatur 6-3 and 3-2. In the opener, …Mar 13, 2024 · DOWAGIAC — After two full evenings of interviews, Dowagiac Union Schools narrowed its superintendent search to two individuals. Following interviews Tuesday and Wednesday, the board of education selected Matthew Waggoner, Director of Curriculum at Watervliet Public Schools, and Greg Blomgren, Principal at St. Joseph High School, to move forward to a second round of interviews. […]Feb 15, 2024 · Dowagiac’s South Front Street streetscape will soon be receiving a facelift. The Dowagiac City Council also approved a resolution to negotiate agreements with engineering firm Jones Petrie Rafinski for design and technical support for the redevelopment of South Front Street’s streetscape. With the demolition of two buildings …Troops from the Dowagiac area were a part of several Michigan regiments that served throughout the four-year war, including the 6th, 12th, 13th and 19th Michigan infantry and 1st Michigan Calvary. Despite being more sparsely populated than many of 23 states that comprised the Union, Michigan contributed around 7,000 troops at the outset of the ...DOWAGIAC — A long-awaited project connecting two city parks is one step closer to reality. The Dowagiac City Council on Monday approved resolutions authorizing applications for two Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund grants for the construction of Elks Trail, a long-planned project which would connect Schuur Park to Riverside Park on the south side of […]By Submitted. Jan. 3, 1948 — Aug. 26, 2015. Gregg Greenwood. Gregg A. Greenwood, 67, of Dowagiac, passed away at his home on Wednesday, August 26, 2015. Friends may visit with the family on Saturday, Aug. 29, 2015 from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. at Clark Chapel and Cremation Services, 405 Center St., Dowagiac. Military honors will be performed at 1 ...DOWAGIAC — With 2023 officially in the books, Dowagiac City Manager Kevin Anderson was proud of what the city was able to accomplish. Anderson said Dowagiac experienced several accomplishments in 2023 - the 175th in Dowagiac's storied history - and expects many of them to carry on into 2024. Anderson reeled off a laundry list of ...CASSOPOLIS - A Dowagiac woman who shot and killed a man in the midst of an argument in early 2021 was sentenced Friday to prison after pleading guilty to second-degree murder. Deidre Tomlin, 40, of Hill Street in Dowagiac, pleaded guilty to second-degree murder and was sentenced to 20 to 50 years in prison. She has credit for 578 days already ...DOWAGIAC — A push to change the Dowagiac Union Schools mascot has resurfaced. ... Leader Publications was referred to the board's August statement. A desire for dialogue. In March 2021, the Pokagon Band Tribal Council formally adopted a resolution condemning the use of Native American imagery by non-native organizations, including Dowagiac ...Subscribe to Leader Publications' free newsletter. Rudy's followed Round Oak in 1915, Premier came along in 1920, Dowagiac Steel Furnace in 1929 and, Dowagiac Manufacturing also entered the field briefly. Round Oak. Dowagiac was established in 1848, when Michigan Central Railroad came to town. Philo D. Beckwith, mayor during the 1880s, was ...DOWAGIAC — The Dowagiac City Council appointed a new member Monday to fill a recently vacated seat. Council approved the appointment of Laura Desilets to Ward 2 for a term ending in November 2025. Laura Desilets will take the spot formerly held by the late Bob Schuur, who passed away last month after serving 38 […]Lead Remediation Status. Please Note. This map is not a definitive source of information. Data is still being updated and is subject to change. This map may contain …DOWAGIAC — For 17 years, Lynsie Stolpe has called Dowagiac home. However, home now takes on a whole new meaning as Stolpe was crowned Miss Dowagiac 2020 on Saturday evening in front of a large crowd of the community. The Dowagiac Union High School senior immediately went up and hugged her fellow pageant contestants and shared smiles and ...Pay: $43,260.20 - $55,684.86 per year. Applications/resumes will be accepted until position is filled. The City of Dowagiac is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, age, national origin or disability in employment or the provision of services. Dowagiac, MI.Apr 21, 2024 · LAPORTE, Ind. — Led by medalist Dane Spagnoli, the Dowagiac golf team captured the New Buffalo Invitational Thursday. The Chieftains shot 369 as a team to edged runner-up Bridgman, which finished with a 371. Lakeland Conference foe Berrien Springs was third with a 380, Lakeshore fourth with a 388 ...Before southwest Michigan puts 2021 in the rearview, Leader Publications is looking back at its top 10 stories of the year. These are stories that cover issues that made a significant impact in Cassopolis, Dowagiac and Sister Lakes. These are stories of heartbreak, triumph and everything in between. Without further ado, let’s count down the […]Subscribe to Leader Publications' free newsletter. In August 2019, Liz, 60, married Chris Momany, 59, the current pastor at First United Methodist Church in Dowagiac. Though they dated a little more than a year before their marriage, they had known each other since the 1970s. Chris and Liz were high school sweethearts who had been separated for .... Apr 15, 2024 · DOWAGIAC — Visiting Niles May 14, 1967 — Dec. 2, 2017. Connie Ann White, 50, of Dowagiac, passed away on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2017, at her home. A celebration of life service will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 20, at Clark Chapel & Cremation Services, 405 Center St., Dowagiac. Friends may visit with the family from noon until the time of service on Wednesday. <div style="position: fixed; top: 0px; left: 0px; z Aug. 7, 1934 — Nov. 20, 2021 Wayne B. Laylin, 87, of Dowagiac, passed away at home with his loving wife, Patricia, by his side on Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021. He was born Aug. 7, 1934, in Dowagiac to Erwin J. and Janis (Boyce) Laylin. Wayne is survived by his devoted wife of 63 years, […]DOWAGIAC — A group of local students was honored Monday for their efforts and excellence in the classroom over the past four years. The Dowagiac Union School Board recognized Union High School's Top 10 students of the Class of 2022 during its monthly meeting at Dowagiac Middle School. Interim High School Principal Bryan Sperling introduced […] By Submitted. March 17, 1964 — June 3, 2014. Darla L. Diaz, 50, of D...
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