Did You Know You Can Claim Your Foster Pet on Your Taxes?
If you’ve ever fostered a pet, you know the costs can add up: food, toys to keep them entertained, maybe they need grooming or you have to kennel them for a trip, and probably a vet bill
United Way of Southwest Michigan “Cutting the Ribbon” on Merger with Van Buren County
Today was a busy day for the staff of United Way of Southwest Michigan as they ‘cut the ribbon’ (literally and figuratively) on their merger with Van Buren County United Way to form one United Way that
Niles Community Health Center Dental Hires New Dentist
The Cassopolis Family Clinic Network has announced that Madison Mick, DMD has joined the staff of Niles Community Health Center Dental. Dr. Mick, originally from Minnesota, received her Bachelor of Arts from College of Saint Benedict. She
Community Loses a “Compassionate and Thoughtful Leader” in Emil Gallay
Michigan’s Great Southwest has lost a dynamic non-profit and community leader. Emil Gallay, who served in key leadership roles as Vice President of Information Services at Lakeland Health and also Bronson Hospital, Board Chair of United Way of
ARS Gallery Announces “Subliminal” Exhibition
Pictured: Examples of Emma Neuser’s art. ARS Gallery in Benton Harbor has announced an opening reception for “Subliminal,” a new exhibition of works by artist Emma Neuser. The reception takes place on Friday, August 2, from 6
Bridgman’s Own Haymarket Brewing Takes Gold at the 2019 U.S. Beer Open Championship
Haymarket Brewing has been awarded gold in the “Strong Bock” category for their Demonstrator dopplebock beer at the 2019 U.S. Beer Open Championship. The championship took place on July 9th, 2019 in Oxford, Ohio where over 7,000
Berrien County Treasurer Preparing for Summer Land Auction
Pictured: 317 N. Victoria Court in St. Joseph The Berrien County Treasurer’s office is gearing up for their 30th land auction, taking place Tuesday, July 30 at the DANK in Sodus Township. One of the properties, located
Southwestern Michigan College Dedicates Carol A. Tate Teaching and Learning Center
Southwestern Michigan College has officially dedicated the Carole A. Tate Teaching and Learning Center. The dedication was made in tribute to Tate’s lifelong devotion to education, from 18 years on the Southwestern Michigan College Board of Trustees
SWMI Home Sales Slow Down, Prices Up in June
According to the latest data, home sales in Southwest Michigan slowed down a bit for the month of June, while prices saw a slight uptick. According to Alan Jeffries, Association Executive at Southwestern Michigan Association of Realtors,
“Open Door Perspectives” Launches with Assistance from the Women’s Business Center
The Women’s Business Center at Cornerstone Alliance announced today that entrepreneur Timetta P. Wilson has opened Open Door Perspectives in Oronoko Charter Township. Wilson has over 30 years of experience in education, ranging from homeschooling her own
MSU EXTENSION FRUIT EXPERT REFLECTS ON RECENT HEAT WAVE IN SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN
“Imagine if you had to stand out in a field in a dark green suit last week. You would’ve sweat a lot, and so do the plants.” These words were spoken by Mark Longstroth, Michigan State University