Max Harden

City of Dowagiac Mayor Don Lyons appointed JeNora Lucas-Croom an honorary member of the Dowagiac City Council, reserving for her a seat in her name at the press table.

NILES — The Niles football team faced off against Paw Paw in a high-stakes showdown for the second straight week and just like last week, the Vikings emerged victorious.

OLIVET — The Buchanan football team found tough sledding against host Olivet in its Division 6 pre-district matchup.

BROOKLYN — The Buchanan boys and girls cross country teams finished 13th and 18at the Michigan High School Athletic Association Cross Country Finals at Michigan International Speedway on Saturday.

DOWAGIAC — The Greater Dowagiac Chamber of Commerce Pageant Committee hosted an evening social last week at Venue 132, welcoming 15 young women who will be vying for an opportunity to represent Dowagiac and earn scholarships.

NILES — A Niles man who resisted police and caused damage outside Joey Armadillo's in Niles Township.

LANSING — The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is calling attention to an increase in cases of pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough, and urging individuals to get up to date with vaccinations.

DOWAGIAC — Dowagiac is gearing up to bring the holiday spirit to life with a festive lineup of events that promises joy for all ages.

NILES — The Niles District Library and Niles History Center are teaming up to offer families a day of Holiday magic.

CASSOPOLIS — The Bidgman volleyball team defeated Brandywine in Division 3 district play at Cassopolis High School Monday night.