BS-Oronoko Twp Fire Dept gets $500k Federal grant for new radios

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It’ll be easier for Berrien Springs-Oronoko Township firefighters to communicate with other departments and each other, through a Federal grant just announced.  The money will be used to upgrade fire department communications systems. U.S. Senators Gary Peters

OutCenter to reopen in Benton Harbor

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After closing its doors for 17 months due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the OutCenter is reopening and turning to a hybrid programming model, where it will continue to offer virtual services and add in-person services at its Benton Harbor

Millennials and Gen Z ride the real estate thrill ride

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It’s a crazy time for young home buyers in a real estate market that’s moving faster and driving higher prices than ever before.  Millennials and their younger counterparts, the Gen Z-er’s, are using the considerable cash they’ve

“Breastfeeding on the Bluff”, Saturday August 7th

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There’s Antiques on the Bluff, the Art Fair on the Bluff, the Farmers Market on the Bluff–this week it’s Breastfeeding on the Bluff.   The comparison may seem silly, or even improper.  But the cause is a serious

YMCA and Abonmarche partner for future of Camp Eberhart

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The YMCA of Greater Michiana Board of Directors announced a partnership with Abonmarche Consultants to develop a facility master plan for the Y’s Camp Eberhart in Three Rivers, Michigan. Many old and historical buildings on Camp Eberhart’s

Jon Meachum headlines Econ Club Sept 28 at Mendel Center

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The Economic Club of Southwestern Michigan Speaker Series, hosted by The Mendel Center at Lake Michigan College, welcomes Presidential historian and Pulitzer Prize-winning author Jon Meacham on Tuesday, September 28, 2021 at 7:30 pm. During “The Art