Dowagiac
Dowagiac Elks hosting annual Guys and Dolls Golf Outing
DOWAGIAC — A local organization is gearing up to take to the greens for its annual fundraiser. The Dowagiac Elks Lodge’s annual Guys and Dolls ...
Max Harden, Author at Leader Publications
College football
Brian Kelly ties Knute Rockne, Notre Dame takes steps forward in 27-13 win over Purdue
Brian Kelly and the Notre Dame football team have been searching for answers in every phase of the game.
by Max Harden, Sunday, September 19, 2021 6:47 am
High school football
Niles overcomes turnovers, early deficit to beat Three Rivers
The old saying goes, “it’s not about how you start, but it’s how you finish,” and the Niles football team embodied that on Friday night.
by Max Harden, Saturday, September 18, 2021 9:23 am
Dowagiac
ETS program awarded grant from Department of Education
By MAXWELL HARDEN max.harden@leaderpub.com DOWAGIAC — A local career prep program will continue to help area middle school and high school students attain the means ...
by Max Harden, Friday, September 17, 2021 2:50 pm
Dowagiac
Changes to retirement benefits cause for concern among Cass County employees
CASSOPOLIS — Changes to retirement benefits for Cass County employees have been the trending topic at county meetings in recent weeks. Cass County Administrator Jeff ...
by Max Harden, Friday, September 17, 2021 2:34 pm
Business
Lyons Industries donates 12 thermal imaging cameras to Indian Lake Volunteer Fire Department
SISTER LAKES — A local company is doing its part to keep firefighters safe while on duty. Lyons Industries, 30000 M-62 W., recently donated 12 ...
by Max Harden, Friday, September 17, 2021 8:59 am
high school volleyball
Niles volleyball downs Three Rivers 3-1 in Wolverine Conference tilt
The Niles volleyball team continued its winning ways at home against Three Rivers.
by Max Harden, Friday, September 17, 2021 12:55 am
Business
New short-term rental property group to offer guests ‘curated’ Dowagiac experience
DOWAGIAC — Desmond Lathan was the man of the hour Tuesday evening. The Chicago real estate associate and Dowagiac entrepreneur hosted several guests from the ...
by Max Harden, Thursday, September 16, 2021 9:52 am
high school soccer
Dowagiac downs Allegan 3-0 in physical contest
The Dowagiac boys soccer team followed the plan Wednesday evening against visiting Allegan.
by Max Harden, Wednesday, September 15, 2021 10:40 pm
high school cross country
Brandywine hosts first cross country meet since 2017
Terry Borr was a busy man Tuesday evening.
by Max Harden, Wednesday, September 15, 2021 3:52 pm
Dowagiac
Dowagiac City Council, Cass County Transit Authority renew Transit Operating Agreement
DOWAGIAC — The Dowagiac City Council moved to approve a series of resolutions involving the Cass County Transportation Authority during Monday’s city council meeting. The ...
by Max Harden, Wednesday, September 15, 2021 9:27 am
high school soccer
Buchanan boys soccer falls to Michigan Lutheran 5-2
The Buchanan boys soccer team faced tough sledding against the best team in the BCS Athletic Conference Saturday morning.
by Max Harden, Sunday, September 12, 2021 7:27 am
Cass County
First responders, community members gather for Pokagon 9/11 memorial ceremony
POKAGON — The bell at Old Rugged Cross Church rang four times Saturday morning. Once at 8:46 a.m., then at 9:03 a.m., again at 9:37 ...
by Max Harden, Saturday, September 11, 2021 7:01 pm
High school football
Big plays burn Brandywine in 42-20 loss to Saugatuck
Saugatuck’s Ben Diaz was a thorn in Brandywine’s side all game long.
by Max Harden, Saturday, September 11, 2021 10:19 am
Dowagiac
Dowagiac Korean War veteran chosen for Honor Flight
DOWAGIAC — A Dowagiac veteran will be recognized for his service in Washington D.C. next week. Korean War veteran David Steele was one of 85 ...
by Max Harden, Friday, September 10, 2021 1:51 pm
Business
Dowagiac nurse practitioner to open primary care facility
DOWAGIAC — A local nurse practitioner is gearing up to open a new primary care facility in Dowagiac, all for the love of health. Nadzieja ...
by Max Harden, Friday, September 10, 2021 1:45 pm
Dowagiac
DUS to address learning loss, more with federal COVID relief funds
DOWAGIAC — Dowagiac Union Schools is using its federally-issued COVID-19 relief funds to help students combat the pandemic-induced learning loss. Since March of 2020, three ...
by Max Harden, Friday, September 10, 2021 1:43 pm
Dowagiac
Emergency management visits Rotary
DOWAGIAC — The Dowagiac Rotary Club welcomed special guests tasked with keeping Cass County safe. David Smith and Kayla Malcom of the Cass County Office ...
by Max Harden, Friday, September 10, 2021 1:12 pm
High school tennis
Knapp, Tweedy marathon match leads to victory
When Brandywine boys tennis No. 1 doubles duo of Carson Knapp and Sean Tweedy stepped onto the tennis court for their home match against Bronson, ...
by Max Harden, Friday, September 10, 2021 12:49 pm
Business
Downtown businesses welcome return of Under the Harvest Moon festival
DOWAGIAC — The return of a popular local festival has the community buzzing. The Under the Harvest Moon festival returns to downtown Dowagiac after one-year ...
by Max Harden, Friday, September 10, 2021 12:32 pm
high school soccer
Brandywine boys soccer blasts New Buffalo 8-0
The Brandywine boys soccer team was all business against visiting New Buffalo Wednesday afternoon.
by Max Harden, Thursday, September 9, 2021 5:49 am
Dowagiac
Dowagiac Area History Museum gearing up to host annual fundraiser
DOWAGIAC — A local history museum is gearing up for the return of one of its biggest fundraisers. The Dowagiac Area History Museum’s fourth annual ...
by Max Harden, Tuesday, September 7, 2021 2:03 pm
Cass County
Council on Aging to host annual Senior Health Fair
CASS COUNTY — A local organization will again bring local medical providers to answer questions and provide services for seniors — all under one roof. ...
by Max Harden, Tuesday, September 7, 2021 2:01 pm
Cassopolis
Teachers, community members bring ‘Rival Rock’ to Ross Beatty High School
CASSOPOLIS — The latest addition to Ross Beatty High School’s campus landscape will be hard to miss for students and visitors alike. The Cass County ...
by Max Harden, Tuesday, September 7, 2021 2:00 pm
Dowagiac
Beckwith Theatre prepares for ‘The Outgoing Tide’ production
DOWAGIAC — The Beckwith Theatre Company is gearing up for its next production. The company will be presenting “The Outgoing Tide,” a play by Bruce ...
