Dowagiac District Library renovation nears completion. ... In years past, the Leader Publications' top 10 list would have ended after number one. However, as this year has been an unusual one, we are organizing our list in an unusual way. For the first time in a long time, the issues that have most impacted Leader Publications' communities ...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 ...DOWAGIAC — A new, inclusive event is coming to downtown Dowagiac next year. During its Monday meeting, the Dowagiac City Council unanimously approved the Outcenter Southwest Michigan's request to host its inaugural Cass County PrideFest from 4 to 8 p.m. Saturday, June 8 at the library pavilion park in downtown Dowagiac. Billed as a family-friendly […]DOWAGIAC — Dowagiac Union Schools' new board member is no stranger to the community. The board of education voted for Jeff de Varona to be appointed to the seat vacated by Brent Brewer, who resigned last month after his arrest for a domestic dispute.. The council hosted the interviews in the middle school cafeteria, while streaming them live on Youtube for the public to view.DOWAGIAC — The City of Dowagiac took another step toward fully reestablishing ambulance services to the community after the August 2023 shutdown of Pride Care. The Dowagiac City Council unanimously approved a resolution Monday that sets a March 25 public hearing for consideration of a special assessment district for ambulance services for the city. At […]Apr 23, 2024 · 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. ... April 24, 2024. Education.Jun 6, 2014 · By Submitted. March 17, 1964 — June 3, 2014. Darla L. Diaz, 50, of Dowagiac, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 3, 2014, at Hanson Hospice Residence in Stevensville, surrounded by her loving family. Darla Diaz. She was born on March 17, 1964, in Dowagiac to Keith and Sharon (Cox) Dingler. Subscribe to Leader …A retired brigadier general uses lessons he learned during his time in the US Army to successfully build leaders in the corporate world. Strong leadership is a hallmark of strong c...Former UK Prime Minister Liz Truss lasted 50 days in office. These world leaders had even shorter tenures. If she were a baseball player, they’d call UK politician Liz Truss a “cup...Jan 10, 2024 · DOWAGIAC — A local organization has rebranded itself to better engage and support the Dowagiac community. The Young Professionals of Greater Dowagiac recently announced a new name and logo for the organization, now known as Dowagiac Connected. According to leadership, the change reflects the organization’s evolving mission and …Apr 24, 2024 · 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 …Dowagiac (1-5) edged Cassopolis 8-7 in the consolation game to earn its first victory of the 2024 season. Subscribe to Leader Publications' free newsletter Niles allowed just one hit in the opener against the Chieftains as Brian Gonzalez and Josh McIntyre took to the mound.2 days ago · CASSOPOLIS – Three Dowagiac residents were sentenced to probation on drug charges Friday in Cass County Circuit Court. Kimberly Kay Swayer, 50, of Dewey Street in Dowagiac, pleaded guilty to possession of methamphetamines and was sentenced to two years probation, credit for one day served and $1,548 in fines and costs. The incident occurred Oct. […]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 […]Outgoing queen Tori Smith crowns Anne Zebell as Miss Dowagiac 2016 during the 77th annual scholarship pageant Saturday night. (Leader photo/TED YOAKUM) True to the pageant's tagline, "There's Magic in the Air," Saturday turned out to be quite the enchanted evening for Anne Zebell. The Dowagiac Union High School senior became the 77th ...Subscribe to Leader Publications' free newsletter. The driver of the vehicle was identified as Tyrone Brown, 56, of Dowagiac. Brown was transported to Borgess-Lee Hospital in Dowagiac for injuries sustained in the crash. Seat belts were worn and alcohol is believed to be a factor in this crash. Assisting to this incident was SMCAS Ambulance.DOWAGIAC — Dowagiac middle and high school choir members are among the musicians headlining downtown's Extended Hours Holiday Shopping Event on Thursday, Dec. 7. The choir will be joined by Jolly 'Ole St. Nick along with Dowagiac graduate and clarinetist Sara Torbet, and vocalists Mary and Jeff Neumann. The third-annual Extended Hours Holiday Shopping Event, […]DOWAGIAC — The City of Dowagiac took another step toward fully reestablishing ambulance services to the community after the August 2023 shutdown of Pride Care. The Dowagiac City Council adopted a resolution Monday determining the boundaries of the proposed Special Assessment District and the amount to be assessed. The resolution also directs that a special […]DOWAGIAC — Six local students have been selected for recognition by teachers and faculty for their outstanding performance in school this October. Nominated by teachers and faculty from their respective schools in the Dowagiac Union Schools district, Sophia Hemenway, Sylis Gallegos, Brennan Siegel, Amelia Bakeman, Hayden Bridges and Lila Grant received plaques and T-shirts with […]Leader Publications Contributor. DOWAGIAC — For the city's 175 th Anniversary year, the City Council of Dowagiac has plenty of projects on its plate. What has changed in the Dowagiac community since it was first platted in 1848? Or since 1877, when it became the smallest city in the U.S. at the time? ...The Round Oak team entertained the city for decades. Beckwith's wife, Catherine, led the Dowagiac Ladies Library Society and had P.D. build the city's first library in 1872, which sat on the site of the parking lot next to China Garden. Proceeds from various fundraisers over the years went to the library. Beckwith helped beautify the city ...DOWAGIAC - The year 2021 was an eventful one for the city of Dowagiac. From new businesses opening, to many parks projects and the repurposing of the site of a long-blighted building, Dowagiac City Manager Kevin Anderson discussed Tuesday what he was most proud of accomplishing as a city, as well as gave a glimpse of what is to come in 2022.DOWAGIAC — Mno-Bmadsen, the non-gaming investment arm of the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians, announced Monday that it has expanded its Construction Services …POKAGON TOWNSHIP — A Dowagiac woman was injured Friday morning in a two-vehicle crash in Pokagon Township, according to the Cass County Sheriff's Office. Sheriff Richard J. Behnke reports that his deputies were dispatched Friday to a personal injury crash in the intersection of M-51 and Wells Street in Pokagon Township. 42-year-old Schinika Kelley and […]Sep 12, 2023 · DOWAGIAC — A new fire station is on the way for the City of Dowagiac. The Dowagiac City Council unanimously approved the final design and financing plan for a new fire station and repurposing of the current fire station for Department of Public Services operations so that the Building Authority can proceed with bids and construction for said …Swayer. Kimberly Kay Swayer, 50, of Dewey Street in Dowagiac, pleaded guilty to possession of methamphetamines and was sentenced to two years probation, credit for one day served and $1,548 in fines and costs. The incident occurred Oct. 5, 2021 on Dailey Road near Mathews Street in Dowagiac. Subscribe to Leader Publications' free newsletter.Apr 24, 2024 · 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 June through August.David Ernest Stolpe, known as Dave to his friends and family, passed away unexpectedly in a car accident on May 13, 2024, at the age of 54. Born on Jan. 14, 1970, in Petoskey, Michigan, Dave was the cherished son of Ernest "Ernie" and Kathryn "Cookie" (LaCombe) Stolpe and beloved brother of Valerie Stolpe. He grew up learning the values ...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...Dowagiac, Wayne, and Indian Lake firefighters remained on the scene until 7 a.m. for salvage and overhaul operations. Subscribe to Leader Publications' free newsletter The fire started near a dryer in the basement level of the residence and traveled throughout the basement, it appears a faulty dryer cord near a dryer vent was the cause of ignition.Dowagiac DDA, chamber of commerce program director to retire. ... Phillipson worked for Leader Publications as an editor and writer. When the DDA was created in the late-1980s, she found herself writing about the beginning of the central business district's rebirth, as storefronts were renovated and streetscape construction began. ...DOWAGIAC — Key city streets in need of improvements will soon receive proper maintenance. ... Subscribe to Leader Publications' free newsletter. The total cost for both projects is estimated to be $547,733, of which the city, if awarded the funds, commits to match 18.15 percent of the actual cost, estimated to be $99,413.53. ...JoAnne L. Wood, 89, of Dowagiac, died Jan. 5, 2024. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements have been entrusted to Clark Chapel, Dowagiac. Those wishing to send a condolence online may do so at www.clarkch.com. Subscribe to Leader Publications' free newsletter.Subscribe to Leader Publications' free newsletter. Tom was born Feb. 17, 1955, in Benton Harbor, Michigan to Norman "Tom" and Frances (Suwarsky) Bisnett. ... He married Nikki Oprea on July 27, 1974, in Dowagiac. He was a lifelong resident of Dowagiac and worked on his farm, Blue Sky Farm, for more than 22 years with U-pick strawberries as ...Mar 22, 2024 · DOWAGIAC — Dowagiac has its new superintendent. When the dust settled, St. Joseph High School Principal and former Dowagiac teacher and coach Greg Blomgren was offered the position following the final round of interviews Thursday. Leader Publications was on hand throughout the interview process. Here are some highlights …Robert S. Hull, 89, of Dowagiac, died on Thursday, July 30, 2020, at Bronson Hospital in Kalamazoo. Arrangements have been entrusted to Clark Chapel, 405 Center St., Dowagiac. Robert was born in Benton Harbor, on Dec. 12, 1930, the son of William "Sam" and Helen (Stuart) Hull. He was a 1948 graduate of Benton Harbor […]July 2, 1933 — Feb. 17, 2015. Kenneth C. Kirvan, 81, of Dowagiac, passed away at his home on Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2015. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Monday, Feb. 23 at 1 p.m. at Clark Chapel & Cremation Services, 405 Center Street, Dowagiac, MI. His family will receive friends prior to the service from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.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 […]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.DOWAGIAC — No injuries were reported following a Monday morning house fire, according to the Dowagiac Fire Department. At approximately 05:10 a.m. Monday, the Dowagiac Fire Department was dispatched to a reported structure fire at 106 Lincoln St., Dowagiac. Multiple callers confirmed smoke and flames were visible. As part of an automatic aid agreement, the […]NewsBreak provides latest and breaking Dowagiac, MI local news, weather forecast, crime and safety reports, traffic updates, event notices, sports, entertainment, local life and other items of interest in the community and nearby towns.Oct 21, 2023 · Dowagiac regained possession late in the period and went on a 70-yard scoring drive that culminated in Fitchett’s six-yard TD toss to a wide-open Smith. Rial’s PAT failed, but the Chieftains took a 35-0 lead into the fourth quarter. Dowagiac’s defense was stupendous in allowing Cassopolis to drive inside the Chieftains 40 on just two ...5 days ago · DOWAGIAC — The Dowagiac Union Schools Board of Education honored the district’s April Students of The Month during its meeting Monday night at Dowagiac Middle School. Nominated by teachers and faculty from their respective schools in the Dowagiac Union Schools district, Olivia Stockwell, Gabriella Graham, Emery Justice, Brooklyn Payne, Jade Schultz and Dax Bonczynski received […]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.Nominated by teachers and faculty from their respective schools in the Dowagiac Union Schools district, Olivia Stockwell, Gabriella Graham, Emery Justice, Brooklyn Payne, Jade Schultz and Dax Bonczynski received […] The post Dowagiac schools celebrate April Students of the Month appeared first on Leader Publications.Oct 2, 2023 · For More Information. Call us at the City of Dowagiac at 269-782-2195, or visit our website at www.cityofdowagiac.com . If you have questions about. ⦁ Service line materials for your home: Dowagiac Customers contact us at 269-782-2195 to learn more about their service line and schedule an inspection.DOWAGIAC — The City of Dowagiac will honor the life and legacy of Chief George Grady by dedicating the Chief George L. Grady Police Station with a ceremony this month. The event takes place at 11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 24 at City Hall Park at Dowagiac City Hall 241 S. Front Street. ... Subscribe to Leader Publications' free newsletter.CASSOPOLIS — A Dowagiac man who broke into a number of area homes last year was sentenced to probation and completion of the Adult Treatment Court program. Matthew Ray Smith, 44, of Orchard Street in Dowagiac, pleaded guilty to breaking and entering a building with intent to commit larceny and was sentenced to three years […]CASSOPOLIS — The man who robbed a Cassopolis gas station last year and ended up shot by a bystander was sentenced to prison Friday in Cass County Circuit Court. Cordeleus Anthony Martin, 36, of Cleveland Avenue in Dowagiac, pleaded guilty to assault with intent to rob while armed and was sentenced to seven to 40 […]DOWAGIAC — Construction has begun on a cannabis company's new Dowagiac location. The ReLeaf Center - which also has a Niles location at 1840 Terminal Rd. - grows, processes and provisions cannabis. It has other locations in eastern Michigan, but the Niles' location was its first to grow plants, which are processed and distributed for […]Oct 2, 2023 · For More Information. Call us at the City of Dowagiac at 269-782-2195, or visit our website at www.cityofdowagiac.com . If you have questions about. ⦁ Service line materials for your home: Dowagiac Customers contact us at 269-782-2195 to learn more about their service line and schedule an inspection.May 15, 2024 · 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 newsletterDOWAGIAC — 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 […]CASSOPOLIS — A Dowagiac man who is awaiting sentencing on charges in Berrien County was sentenced to jail in Cass County. Caleb Evan-Earl Stacks, 31, of Riverside Drive in Dowagiac, pleaded guilty to possession of methamphetamine and was sentenced to 365 days in jail with credit for 61 days served and $1,548 in fines and costs.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.‘It’s home’: Original pump organ returns to The Old Rugged Cross ChurchNov 7, 2023 · 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 […]Each year, Leader Publications asks the high school principals from Brandywine, Buchanan, Cassopolis, Dowagiac, Edwardsburg and Niles to nominate one high school senior whose character shines ...E-Edition for Dowagiac; Contests; Obituaries. More Uncategorized. River Essence Group’s Pledge to Plunge fundraiser event returns March 24. ... Leader Publications ...SISTER LAKES — A new business is gearing up to offer the splendors of Sister Lakes to vacationers from all walks of life. Sister Lakes resident Stephen Westman recently announced his new campground business Wonder Woods for a summer 2022 opening. The new campground will be located at the site of the former Land of […]Nov. 14, 1938 — Sept. 21, 2019 Dennis P. Bannow, 80, of Dowagiac, passed away on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2019, at Cass County Medical Care Facility. A private graveside burial will take place in Riverside Cemetery, Dowagiac. Arrangements have been entrusted to Clark Chapel, Dowagiac. Those wishing to send a condolence online may do so […]Jan 2, 2024 · 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 […]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 […]. Oct 2, 2023 · For More Information. Call us at the City of DMay 16, 2021 · DOWAGIAC — A jo DOWAGIAC — Live mannequins and strolling musicians are coming to downtown Dowagiac for this community's Spring Open House Weekend April 19 and 20. The second-annual event was organized by Vickie Phillipson, owner of Cottage Gallery, and Claudia Zebell, owner of Rosy Tomorrows. During its first year, the promotion focused on in-store sales. "As we grow […]Subscribe to Leader Publications' free newsletter. ... On Nov. 2, 1957, in Dowagiac he married the former Lorna F. Gordon with whom he celebrated the 55th anniversary of their wedding prior to her death on Feb. 19, 2013. He was also preceded in death by his parents, and by a brother, Joe Garritano who died on Jan. 18, 2009, and a sister-in-law ... Rotary president named Paul Harris Fellow. DOWAGIAC — A Dowagiac Although many of his ideas were reprehensible and he was responsible for the deaths of millions of people during his campaign, Adolf Hitler’s ability as a leader is well known.Dowagiac Obituaries. 867 Obituaries. Search obituaries and death notices from Dowagiac, Michigan, brought to you by Echovita.com. Discover detailed obituaries, access complete funeral service information, and express your feelings by leaving condolence messages. You can also send flowers or thoughtful gifts to commemorate your loved ones. Who. (Leader photo/TED YOAKUM) A 10-year-vetera...
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