Dowagiac
Round Oak’s impact on Dowagiac still felt 60 years later
DOWAGIAC — For more than 150 years, the state of Michigan has been known for its manufacturing prowess. The city of Detroit is known as ...
Max Harden, Author at Leader Publications
Dowagiac
Young Professionals of Greater Dowagiac reach fundraising requirements for Russom Park Pavilion Project
DOWAGIAC — A local organization has reached the last leg of a long-term project. The Young Professionals of Greater Dowagiac has reached its fundraising goal ...
by Max Harden, Saturday, April 10, 2021 8:00 am
Dowagiac
Rotarian Walter Swann discusses life, community outreach
DOWAGIAC — It is not uncommon to see Walter Swann attend Dowagiac Rotary Club meetings every Thursday. He has been a member of the Rotary ...
by Max Harden, Friday, April 9, 2021 2:16 pm
Dowagiac
Dowagiac District Library hosting poetry contest
DOWAGIAC — The month of April is National Poetry Month, and the Dowagiac District Library’s celebration aims to pack a punch. The library is hosting ...
by Max Harden, Thursday, April 8, 2021 10:01 am
Dowagiac
Dowagiac fire victim remembered for his optimism, love for family
DOWAGIAC — Gregory Heron was always there for others. Heron, 36, who passed away along with his fiancée, Dolly Waterson, March 25 in an accidental ...
by Max Harden, Tuesday, April 6, 2021 1:47 pm
Dowagiac
Dowagiac resident recalls days in the music industry
DOWAGIAC — Wayne Dahring remembers the moment like it was yesterday. It was the early 1970s and Dahring, a music producer and promoter, was waiting ...
by Max Harden, Tuesday, April 6, 2021 12:08 pm
Dowagiac
160 years later, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church continues to serve Dowagiac community
DOWAGIAC — The era is 1860s Dowagiac. Families across the village begin making their way to First Universalist Church of Dowagiac for Sunday service. On ...
by Max Harden, Saturday, April 3, 2021 8:00 am
Dowagiac
DUHS yearbook advisor visits Rotary Club
DOWAGIAC — Putting together a high school yearbook is a long process for schools around the country. From helping students come up with a theme ...
by Max Harden, Friday, April 2, 2021 2:19 pm
Cass County
Dr. T.K. Lawless Park to host International Dark Sky Week
VANDALIA — A local park is offering southwest Michigan residents a chance to gaze at the night skies the way their ancestors once did. Dr. ...
by Max Harden, Friday, April 2, 2021 2:16 pm
Business
Sister Lakes ice cream parlor adding craft coffee menu
SISTER LAKES — Sister Lakes community members will not have to travel far to order their favorite latte this summer. Driftwood Summer Shop, 94370 County ...
by Max Harden, Friday, April 2, 2021 2:11 pm
Cass County
DASAS’ sixth annual Survivor Stomp 5K to be host virtually
CASS COUNTY — A local organization is running for a cause throughout the month of April. Domestic and Sexual Abuse Services is hosting its sixth ...
by Max Harden, Friday, April 2, 2021 12:19 pm
Dowagiac
Firefighters stress importance of smoke detectors following tragic house fire
DOWAGIAC — The Dowagiac Fire Department is encouraging residents to make sure they have working smoke detectors. According to the Michigan Fire Inspectors Society, there ...
by Max Harden, Thursday, April 1, 2021 9:01 am
Cass County
Council on Aging planning co-ed golf league
DOWAGIAC — A local organization is looking to bring community members together, one fairway at a time. The Cass County Council on Aging is in ...
by Max Harden, Wednesday, March 31, 2021 9:19 am
High school basketball
Brandywine boys basketball falls to Schoolcraft 56-38 in D3 district title game
The Brandywine boys basketball team had tough sledding against a senior-laden Schoolcraft squad.
by Max Harden, Sunday, March 28, 2021 1:01 pm
High school basketball
Brandywine girls basketball’s district title streak snapped by Hartford in 36-28 loss
The Brandywine girls basketball team’s streak of district titles ended at six Friday night.
by Max Harden, Saturday, March 27, 2021 6:16 pm
Dowagiac
Old Rugged Cross Church stands tall once more
POKAGON TOWNSHIP — A local church nestled in Pokagon Township played host to the debut one of the world’s most popular Christian hymns. The Old ...
by Max Harden, Saturday, March 27, 2021 8:00 am
Business
Local candy stores enjoying strong Easter holiday sales
DOWAGIAC — Spring has officially “hopped” in candy and chocolate stores around the country. The onset of Easter brings with it one of the busiest ...
by Max Harden, Saturday, March 27, 2021 7:36 am
High school basketball
Bobcats headed back to district finals
The Brandywine boys basketball team had their hands full with a pesky Marcellus squad Thursday night.
by Max Harden, Friday, March 26, 2021 8:29 pm
Dowagiac
Organic farmer talks crops with Dowagiac Rotary Club
DOWAGIAC — Members of the Dowagiac Rotary Club were treated to a lesson in agriculture Thursday during their weekly meeting. Penny Murphy, co-owner and operator ...
by Max Harden, Friday, March 26, 2021 4:00 pm
High school basketbal
Laubach leads Edwardsburg to 69-42 win over Constantine in D2 girls basketball districts
The Edwardsburg girls basketball team took control early and cruised to a 69-42 win over Constantine in Division 2 district semifinal action Wednesday at Dowagiac ...
by Max Harden, Thursday, March 25, 2021 1:30 pm
High school basketball
Late rally comes up short for Niles in 60-56 overtime loss to Three Rivers in D2 districts
When the Niles girls basketball team faced off against Three Rivers on March 5, the end result was a 30-point loss.
by Max Harden, Thursday, March 25, 2021 1:25 pm
Dowagiac
Two dead in Dowagiac house fire
DOWAGIAC — Two area residents were killed in a house fire Thursday morning. At 6:54 a.m. Thursday morning, the Dowagiac Fire Department and Wayne Township ...
by Max Harden, Thursday, March 25, 2021 11:47 am
Dowagiac
Dowagiac District Library, community members team up for storytime program
DOWAGIAC — A local librarian is teaming up with members of the community to encourage children to read. The Dowagiac District Library’s Community Helpers Storytime ...
by Max Harden, Thursday, March 25, 2021 9:20 am
Business
Sister Lakes Brewing Company to renovate outdoor seating space
SISTER LAKES — A local brewery is making plans to offer permanent outdoor seating for customers to enjoy. Tuesday evening, the Keeler Township Planning Commission ...
by Max Harden, Wednesday, March 24, 2021 3:58 pm
Dowagiac
Greater Dowagiac Chamber of Commerce to host 20th annual Easter Eggstravaganza
DOWAGIAC — The Easter Bunny is making its safe and socially distanced return to Downtown Dowagiac. The 20th-annual Easter Eggstravaganza, hosted by the Greater Dowagiac ...
