In the fast-paced world of technology and innovation, companies that can adapt and evolve are the ones that rise to become market leaders. One such company is WCLC, which has trans...Leader photo/SCOTT NOVAK. BUCHANAN — Mild weather greeted golfs for their season opener at Orchard Hills Country Club Monday afternoon. Temperatures in the lower to mid-60s allowed host Niles, Dowagiac and Brandywine kick off their 2024 campaigns. The Vikings shot 189 to win the non-conference match, while the Chieftains were second with a ...Ronald Pond, age 78, of Dowagiac, died Wednesday, March 27, 2024. Arrangements are pending at Wagner Family Funerals Connelly Chapel, Cassopolis. Subscribe to Leader Publications' free newsletterSubscribe to Leader Publications' free newsletter. Bob was born Aug. 2, 1938, in Dowagiac, to Robert and Calla (Lillie) Smith, Sr. He graduated from Dowagiac High School in 1957. On Sept. 12, 1959, he married the love of life, and high school sweetheart Bonita "Bonnie" Macaluso at Holy Maternity Catholic Church in Dowagiac. Bob and Bonnie ...DOWAGIAC — The Dowagiac girls golf team has earned Michigan Interscholastic Golf Coaches Association Academic All-State honors for the sixth consecutive season. ... Subscribe to Leader Publications' free newsletter. Dowagiac posted a team GPA of 3.74. The five players who competed at the regional are used to make up the team GPA.Sept. 22 10:29 a.m. — Police Department, assist other agency 10:34 a.m. — 200 Block Grove, general assist Subscribe to Leader Publications' free newsletter 11:51 a.m. — 200 Block Lester, civil assist 12:18 p.m. — Southwestern Michigan College, private property crash 1:58 p.m. — Borgess Lee Memorial, general assist 2:04 p.m. — Borgess Lee Memorial, general assist 3:35 p.m. — 400CASSOPOLIS - 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 ...Robert D. Cox, 88, of Dowagiac, passed away Friday, Jan. 5, 2018. ... Subscribe to Leader Publications' free newsletter. Bob was born Dec. 18, 1929, in Dowagiac, Michigan to Ray and Nona (Wilson) Cox. He graduated from Dowagiac High School in the class of 1947. Robert D. Cox.Nathan Schultz, 43, of Dowagiac, passed away Saturday, Dec. 23, 2023. Arrangements are being made by Brown Funeral Home & Cremation Services, of Niles. www.BrownFuneralHomeNiles.com Subscribe to Leader Publications' free newsletterOct 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 …DECATUR — The Dowagiac wrestling team split a pair of non-conference matches at the Decatur Quad Wednesday. The short-handed Chieftains were defeated by the host Raiders 54-24, while they rebounded to beat Lawrence 54-14. In Three Oaks, Brandywine earned a 36-11 non-conference win over River Valley.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 ...By Submitted. Jan. 30, 1928 - March 25, 2017. Glenn C. Frazier, 89, of Dowagiac passed away peacefully at his home on March 25, 2017. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 28, 2017, at Sacred Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 51841 Leach Road, Dowagiac, with Father Richard Altine officiating.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.DOWAGIAC — The Dowagiac girls golf team has earned Michigan Interscholastic Golf Coaches Association Academic All-State honors for the sixth consecutive season. ... Subscribe to Leader Publications' free newsletter. Dowagiac posted a team GPA of 3.74. The five players who competed at the regional are used to make up the team GPA.KEELER TOWNSHIP — A 54-year-old Dowagiac man passed away from his injuries following a single-vehicle Keeler Township crash Monday night. At approximately 6:30 p.m. Monday, Van Buren County Sheriff's Office deputies were called to the 69000 block of 84th Avenue in Keeler Township. When they arrived, they found a 1957 Chevy Bel Air had crashed […]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.Travis Shell, 43, of Wayne Street in Dowagiac, pleaded guilty to third offense domestic violence and was sentenced to one year in jail and $1,198 in fines and costs. He has no credit for the 141 days he's already served as he was on parole at the time of the incident. The incident occurred Aug. 18, 2022 in the Save-A-Lot parking lot in the ...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. 16, 1965, George […]Sept. 22 10:29 a.m. — Police Department, assist other agency 10:34 a.m. — 200 Block Grove, general assist Subscribe to Leader Publications' free newsletter 11:51 a.m. — 200 Block Lester, civil assist 12:18 p.m. — Southwestern Michigan College, private property crash 1:58 p.m. — Borgess Lee Memorial, general assist 2:04 p.m. — Borgess Lee Memorial, general assist 3:35 p.m. — 400Published 9:45 am Tuesday, September 11, 2018. By Staff Report. Keith Klann. Educators are perhaps the greatest population of unsung heroes in Berrien and Cass County This school year, Leader Publications will publish a weekly spotlight featuring teachers throughout the district, giving the community a chance to get to know the hard-working ...DOWAGIAC — For the more than 100 graduates in the Dowagiac Union High School's Class of 2022, the sunshine and warm temperatures at Chris Taylor-Alumni Field served as a metaphor. The future is bright. Led by Valedictorian Riley Wimberley and Salutatorian Taylor Wimberley, the graduates of the Class of 2020 were celebrated with music, song ...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. Commencement will take place […]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.DECATUR — The Dowagiac wrestling team split a pair of non-conference matches at the Decatur Quad Wednesday. The short-handed Chieftains were defeated by the host Raiders 54-24, while they rebounded to beat Lawrence 54-14. In Three Oaks, Brandywine earned a 36-11 non-conference win over River Valley.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 — Police have confirmed a fatality in a Thursday morning pedestrian vs. train crash in downtown Dowagiac. Director of Public Safety Steve Grinnewald reported that his office responded to a pedestrian vs. train crash on E. High Street in Dowagiac around 9:50 a.m. Thursday. Police are currently on scene investigating the crash and have […]NILES — Host Niles opened up a 10-point lead after one quarter of its non-conference boys basketball game against Dowagiac Thursday night and went on to defeat the Chieftains 65-53. Dowagiac (6-7) was able to hang around throughout the rest of the game, but never was able to catch the Vikings, who improved to 11-2 with the win.DOWAGIAC — Following in the footsteps of cross country and volleyball, the Southwestern Michigan College Bass Fishing Team has found instant success. Unlike the other Roadrunner teams, this one is not being revived, but is being created from scratch. Bill Mathews is the first Roadrunner coach. The team consists of 10 anglers for the fall season.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 […]Apr 1, 2024 · 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 …The Dowagiac Police Department has a current strength of twelve Sworn Officers, one civilian Administrative Assistant and three Crossing Guards. There are currently eight officers assigned to the patrol division that work 12-hour shifts. There are always two officers on duty in the patrol division 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.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 — The Dowagiac soccer team did not play its best against visiting Berrien Springs according to Chieftain Coach Joey Pasternak. But it was good enough to shutout the Shamrocks 3-0 in a Lakeland Conference match Wednesday. "It wasn't pretty today, but we got the job done today," he said. "We showed flashes of good play, but ...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.CASSOPOLIS — A Dowagiac man is going to prison after being convicted by a Cass County Circuit Court jury of drug charges. Christopher Leroy "Preacher" Parsons, 55, of Bradley Street in Dowagiac, was convicted of delivery of methamphetamine and maintaining a drug house by a jury in December. He was sentenced Friday to 10 to 20 years in prison on the meth charge and two to 15 years in the ...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 […]Sep 23, 2023 · DOWAGIAC — A defensive stand in the closing seconds of its homecoming game against Benton Harbor kept the Dowagiac football team’s winning streak going Friday night at Chris Taylor-Alumni Field. The visiting Tigers tried to spoil homecoming festivities as they rallied from a 27-18 deficit in the fourth quarter, cutting the lead to 27-26 ...Leader photo/TED YOAKUM Dowagiac's Kevin Murphy prepares to volley a ball into the opposite court, while his partner Steve Bell looks on. The two have been playing pickleball at the recently converted high school tennis courts for the last several weeks.DOWAGIAC — Local students looking for a space to work on school or crafting projects need look no further than the Dowagiac District Library. On Wednesday afternoon, the library hosted a dedication ceremony for The Pokagon Room, a multipurpose room in the teen area of the library dedicated to The Pokagon Fund and The Pokagon Band of ...She was born on Oct. 20, 1953, in Dowagiac, the oldest daughter of Curtis Jr. and Marcia (Bailey) Pruett and was a lifelong resident of Dowagiac. Subscribe to Leader Publications' free newsletter A 1971 graduate of Dowagiac Union High School, Linda was a very strong and determined woman set to accomplish much in her life.DOWAGIAC — People of all ages visited downtown Dowagiac to celebrate the Halloween weekend. Downtown businesses hosted a trick or treat event Saturday afternoon. Businesses along South Front Street handed out candy and other fun surprises to children. Greater Dowagiac Chamber of Commerce Membership Coordinator Eileen Crouse said having the event downtown is a great […]CASSOPOLIS — A Dowagiac man who was arrested walking down the middle of the street with two weapons spent five months more in jail than he would have initially if he had shown up for his original sentencing date. Mathew Allen Gourley, 37, of Orchard Street in Dowagiac, pleaded guilty to attempted carrying a concealed weapon and was sentenced ...DOWAGIAC — For the more than 100 graduates in the Dowagiac Union High School's Class of 2022, the sunshine and warm temperatures at Chris Taylor-Alumni Field served as a metaphor. The future is bright. Led by Valedictorian Riley Wimberley and Salutatorian Taylor Wimberley, the graduates of the Class of 2020 were celebrated with music, song ...Dec 14, 2023 · DOWAGIAC — An ice cream parlor that has served the Dowagiac community for more than 40 years could soon have a new lease on life. During its Dec. 11 meeting, the Dowagiac City Council approved a resolution authorizing the city to prepare a Request for Proposals to seek a new operator of the “Twistees” facility, 231 S. Front St., …Sep 13, 2023 · 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 …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.Subscribe to Leader Publications' free newsletter. One of Dowagiac's most decorated soldiers was Major General Irving Phillipson, of the Phillipson Clothing Store family. Phillipson, valedictorian of the Dowagiac High School Class of 1899, was a 1904 West Point graduate who had a storied career in the Army. ... Dowagiac shot "a long way ...David W. Schoetzow, 70, of Dowagiac, passed away Monday, April 24, 2023, at Lakeland Hospital in Niles. Arrangements have been entrusted with Brown Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Niles. www.BrowFuneralHomeNiles.com. Subscribe to Leader Publications' free newsletter. Print Article.CASSOPOLIS - The man who set in motion the events that led to the murder of a Dowagiac man in January 2020 learned his fate Friday in Cass County Circuit Court. Jay Vincent Penar, 40, of White Pigeon, pleaded guilty to second-degree murder and was sentenced Friday to 26 years to 50 years in prison. […]DOWAGIAC — The Greater Dowagiac Chamber of Commerce welcomed a new business to the central business district Wednesday evening. Chamber of Commerce representatives and business owners, as well as friends and family of the new proprietors, gathered at The Crafty Gals, 103 Commercial St., celebrating the occasion with a ribbon tying ceremony. "Ribbon-tyings, just as […]Jan 19, 2023 · DOWAGIAC — The 2023 Miss Dowagiac Scholarship Pageant will be hosted at 7 p.m. Saturday, January 28, at the Dowagiac Middle School Performing Arts Center. Tickets are available at the Dowagiac Chamber of Commerce office, 200 Depot Drive, Dowagiac, from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Monday to Friday. Any remaining tickets will be …DOWAGIAC — At the Dowagiac Area History Museum Wednesday, visitors celebrated the city's 175 years of existence. Museum Director Steve Arseneau, who has spent the past 25 researching Dowagiac area history and curating the museum, kicked off the 2023 Spring Lecture Series with a lecture of his own, titled "1848-2023: 175 Years of Dowagiac History." […](Leader photo/SARAH CULTON) DOWAGIAC — The city of Dowagiac is looking to a newly proposed ordinance to help solve the problem of urban decay within the city. At Monday's Dowagiac City Council meeting, the council hosted a first reading of a new ordinance that would move blight from a criminal issue to a civil infraction.DOWAGIAC — The Dowagiac Union Schools Board of Education continues to move forward with the process of selecting a new superintendent. During a special Thursday meeting, the Board of Education voted to extend invitations to four candidates to interview for the position of Superintendent. Sixteen educators applied for the position, which is available due to […]River Valley at Dowagiac. Maggie Weller led a balanced Dowagiac scoring attack with 14 points as the Chieftains outscored the Mustangs 12-0 in the opening quarter en route to the victory. Dowagiac (1-0) also got 13 points from Marlie Carpenter and nine points from Audrey Johnson.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.6 days ago · EDWARDSBURG — A pair of former Wolverine Conference teams squared off Friday night. Host Edwardsburg got a pair of goals and an assist from Chloe Baker in its 3-0 victory. Vivian Tomas had the other goal for the Eddies, while Shelby Laubach picked up an assist on one of the two Baker goals. Edwardsburg shutout Dowagiac 8-0 in the JV match.Jan 10, 2024 · 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. …The incident occurred Oct. 12 on Dutch Settlement Street in Dowagiac. Subscribe to Leader Publications' free newsletter Assistant Prosecutor Jason Ronning noted that Turner had received a very favorable plea deal and could have faced a mandatory two year prison term for using a firearm in the commission of a felony.March 21, 1930 — Sept. 29, 2014 Richard VanTuyl, 84, of Dowagiac, passed away on Monday, September 29, 2014 at home surrounded by his family. Richard was born March 21, 1930 in Niles, to Richard L. and Emma M. (Bright) VanTuyl. Subscribe to Leader Publications' free newsletter Richard graduated from Niles High School in 1949. […]Therese A. Winters, 75, of Dowagiac, passed away on Tuesday, May 25, 2021, at Ascension Borgess Lee Hospital in Dowagiac. ... Subscribe to Leader Publications' free newsletter. Therese was born Nov. 14, 1945, in Germany, to Marcin and Juzefa Ruchniak. In 1950, at the age of 5 she moved to the U.S. with her family. She attended Dowagiac Union ...Agnes "Ag" Mary Sarabyn, 94, of Dowagiac, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2014, at The Timbers of Cass County in Dowagiac. ... Subscribe to Leader Publications' free newsletter. Ag's life began on Oct. 11, 1920, in Michigan City, Indiana, the daughter of Sebastian and Marie (Wenger) Hampel. She married Charles W. Sarabyn on March 5, 1946 ...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.Mar 11, 2024 · DOWAGIAC — The Easter Bunny is making its return to Downtown Dowagiac. The 23rd annual Easter Eggstravaganza, hosted by the Greater Dowagiac Chamber of Commerce will be held Saturday, March 23 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. This year’s event will take place at the Snow Building Community Room and City Hall Lawn. …DOWAGIAC — A sanitary sewer overflow occurred from 7:15 a.m. to approximately 9:15 a.m. Sunday, April 28 in Dowagiac. According to Director of Public Services Benjamin Eldridge, staff at the Dowagiac Wastewater Treatment Plant responded to a high water level alarm that Began at 7:15 a.m. and lasted for approximately two hours. It is currently ...Apr 1, 2024 · 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 …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 […]DOWAGIAC — After learning of a possible threat from a student early this morning, a local school district has taken action. Around 6:30 a.m., Dowagiac Union Schools leadership learned of "alarming comments" made by a Dowagiac Middle School student to another student on social media. According to the school, local law enforcement was notified, an […]DOWAGIAC — A sanitary sewer overflow occurred from 7:15 a.m. to approximately 9:15 a.m. Sunday, April 28 in Dowagiac. According to Director of Public Services Benjamin Eldridge, staff at the Dowagiac Wastewater Treatment Plant responded to a high water level alarm that Began at 7:15 a.m. and lasted for approximately two hours. It is currently ...Jul 1, 2013 · DOWAGIAC — Dowagiac’s longest-serving City Council member died last week and city officials are now looking to fill the vacancy. Second Ward Councilman Bob Schuur died Oct. 10 at the age of 84 ...Dowagiac Union High announces Class of 2024 Top 10. DOWAGIAC — The administration and staff at Dowagiac Union High School are proud to announce the Top Ten ... March 28, 2024. Education.Apr 25, 2024 · DOWAGIAC — Vendors from across Michiana will convene at Dowagiac Middle School Saturday to sell their goods for a cause. The inaugural Mother’s Day Market and Craft Fair takes place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 27 at Dowagiac Middle School. Sponsored by the middle school’s Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports …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.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 story each month detailing the rich history of the Grand Old City. DOWAGIAC — The Midwest has always had an economy powered by manufacturing […]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. […]2 days ago · Dowagiac shot 351 as a team, which was 44 strokes better than runner-up Berrien Springs, which shot 395. Subscribe to Leader Publications' free newsletter “Great to repeat as conference champs!,” said Dowagiac Coach Bob Turner “We showed it is a team thing.May 17, 2024 · 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 — Wave that flag, wave it wide and high. The Dowagiac City Council on Monday approved the design for an official Dowagiac city flag following a months-long project with feedback from more than 350 community members and 21 submitted designs. On Tuesday afternoon, the design was unveiled to the public during a live-streamed ceremony […]Dec 20, 2023 · DOWAGIAC — A family entertainment center that will provide several forms of entertainment for people of all ages throughout Michiana is open for business. The Greater Dowagiac Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-tying ceremony for Nitro Zone, 56419 Pokagon St., as it opened its doors to the public Wednesday evening as the first business of ...BIG RAPIDS — It was a March Madness to remember for Kurt Westendorp. The Dowagiac Union High School grad and current Ferris State women's basketball coach is still processing his team's historic run to the NCAA Division II Final Four. The Bulldogs bowed out in a 68-52 loss to Texas Woman's University Wednesday, March 27 […]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. […]Geraldine Flewellen, 80, of Dowagiac, passed away Thursday, Dec. 18, 2014, at the Timbers of Cass County, Dowagiac. Geraldine was born June 8, 1934, in Montgomery, Alabama to her parents William James and Maggie Lee (Jackson) Bailey. Subscribe to Leader Publications' free newsletter. She leaves to cherish her memory are her children: Brenda ...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.Tim Duncan, the 19-year San Antonio Spurs regarded as the greatest power forward ever, was an unselfish, versatile, team-focused leader. By clicking "TRY IT", I agree to receive ne...DOWAGIAC — A sanitary sewer overflow occurred from 7:15 a.m. to approximately 9:15 a.m. Sunday, April 28 in Dowagiac. According to Director of Public Services Benjamin Eldridge, staff at the Dowagiac Wastewater Treatment Plant responded to a high water level alarm that Began at 7:15 a.m. and lasted for approximately two hours. It is currently ...Tony Archer, 65, of Dowagiac, died Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023. Arrangements have been entrusted to Clark Chapel-Starks Family Funeral Homes and Cremation Services, Dowagiac. Those wishing to share a memory of Tony online may do so at www.clarkch.com Subscribe to Leader Publications' free newsletter(Leader photo/HANNAH HOLLIDAY) DOWAGIAC — A permanent exhibit featuring artwork by a local Dowagiac artist is now on display at the Dowagiac Area History Museum. On Tuesday afternoon, a formal dedication was hosted to introduce a new permanent exhibit, "Time Brings About a Change," with two wood burning art pieces, "Time Brings About a ...The Dowagiac Police Department has a current strength of twelve Sworn Officers, one civilian Administrative Assistant and three Crossing Guards. There are currently eight officers assigned to the patrol division that work 12-hour shifts. There are always two officers on duty in the patrol division 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.DOWAGIAC — With 2023 officially in the books, Dowagiac City Manager Kevin Anderson was p, 3 days ago · DOWAGIAC — Avenging a loss from the previou, Subscribe to Leader Publications' free newsletter. Toumas first to arrive., Harrison Lyons, 90, of Dowagiac, died Wednesday, May 8, 2024. Arrangement were entrusted to Cla, EDWARDSBURG — A pair of former Wolverine Conference teams squa, Dec 11, 2023 · Published 3:55 pm Mon, David K. Gillesby Jr., 55, of Dowagiac, passed away, Sunday, July 22, 2018, at St. Jo, Entrepreneurs need to have strong leadership qualiti, Sept. 22 10:29 a.m. — Police Department, assist other agency 10:34 a., By Submitted. Jan. 3, 1948 — Aug. 26, 2015. Gregg Greenwood. Gr, DOWAGIAC — A new fire station is on the way for the City of D, David K. Gillesby Jr., 55, of Dowagiac, passed away, Sunday,, CASSOPOLIS — A Dowagiac man who failed to register as a sex offend, Joseph Simon Shemiot Born: July 30, 1948 Died: Aug. 25, 2013 Subscri, Dowagiac finished fourth with 51 points. Benton Harb, Dowagiac — After a summer away, students from across the area returne, Before southwest Michigan puts 2021 in the rearview, Leader P, DOWAGIAC — An ice cream parlor that has served the Dowagiac co.