Governor Signs Bill Naming Highway Segment After Benton Road Worker Killed On The Job
Governor Whitmer today signed Senate Bill 48, sponsored by State Senator Kim LaSata (R-Coloma), which renames a portion of I-94 in Benton Charter Township as the “Kevin D. White Memorial Highway” in honor of Kevin D. White,
New Dance Studio In Box Factory For The Arts
Miss Natalie’s Rhythm and Dance is tucked away in the back of the Box Factory for the Arts in St. Joseph. It is owned and operated by Natalie Delgado, who uses her 40 years of dance experience
Moody on the Market Announces 40 Under 40 Class of 2021
This morning, Thursday, October 7th, 2021, the world got the chance to meet the 2021 Class of the Moody on the Market 40 Under 40 young professionals from across Michigan’s Great Southwest. Despite the ongoing impact of
Jenna Wood
Name Jenna Wood Company/Organization Trinity Lutheran Church, School and Early Childhood Center What Does Your Company/Organization Do? Trinity Lutheran Church serves our community through our School, Early Childhood Center and community outreach with sharing our faith in
Sean Newmiller
Name Sean Newmiller Company/Organization Lake Michigan College What Does Your Company/Organization Do? I think the best descriptor for LMC is our Mission Statement: Together we empower people and communities to thrive through education, innovation, and experiences. Age
Ashley Slack
Name Ashley Slack Company/Organization Southwest Michigan Community Action Agency (SMCAA) What Does Your Company/Organization Do? SMCAA is a Community Action agency that services low-income residents of Berrien, Cass, and Van Buren Counties. We are dedicated to empowering
Chokwe Pitchford
Name Chokwe Pitchford Company/Organization Spectrum Health Lakeland What Does Your Company/Organization Do? The Center for Better Health is a hypertension clinic in Benton Harbor, this idea came from the mind of Dr. Lynn Todman. We help service
Rhiannon Cizon
Name Rhiannon Cizon Company/Organization Berrien County Historical Association What Does Your Company/Organization Do? Preserves and interprets the history, heritage, and culture of Berrien County through programs, exhibits, and collaborative efforts. Age 37 Accomplishments Established rhiconnect Consultation and
Michael Rowland
Name Michael Rowland Company/Organization Michigan Gateway Community Foundation What Does Your Company/Organization Do? MGCF is a grant-making public charity that is dedicated to improving the lives of people in south Berrien and Cass Counties. We bring together
Elaine Rowland
Name Elaine Rowland Company/Organization Fernwood Botanical Garden What Does Your Company/Organization Do? Fernwood is a special place where people and nature peacefully co-exist. The organization provides 105 acres of gardens, nature trails, and environmental education for all,
Kathryn Vera
Name Kathryn Vera Company/Organization Spectrum Health Lakeland High Risk Cancer Program What Does Your Company/Organization Do? At the High Risk Cancer Program, I see women and men that are at high risk for breast cancer due to
Samantha Witt Crosby
Name Samantha Witt Crosby Company/Organization Spectrum Health Lakeland- High Risk Cancer Program What Does Your Company/Organization Do? Preventative health for breast cancer and lung cancer screenings and genetic counseling services for individuals with a personal or family
Zach White
Name Zach White Company/Organization Oasis of Courage (OACO) What Does Your Company/Organization Do? We help engineering leaders reach the next level, building your career and balancing your life. We support our clients with customized coaching, content, and
Corey Neeley
Name Corey Neeley Company/Organization Boys and Girls Clubs of Benton Harbor What Does Your Company/Organization Do? The Boys and Girls Clubs provides a safe and positive environment for the youth during critical hours after school. The Club
Bianca Nash-Miot
Name Bianca Nash-Miot Company/Organization Birth Queens and Milk Queens What Does Your Company/Organization Do? Birth Queens and Milk Queens aims to provide families in Southwest Michigan with birth and postpartum doula services, lactation counselor services, breastfeeding education,
Jonah McDonough
Name Jonah McDonough Company/Organization Jonah McDonough State Farm What Does Your Company/Organization Do? We protect people from what goes wrong, so they can invest in what goes right! Age 36 Accomplishments We started our insurance agency 5.5
Ashley Taylor
Name Ashley Taylor Company/Organization DeGroot Inc. What Does Your Company/Organization Do? DeGroot provides horticultural solutions for all seasons, including retail packaged small fruits, vegetables, perennials, and flower bulbs. Age 36 Accomplishments Early on in my career, I
Dr. Kim Cooper
Name Dr. Kim Cooper Company/Organization Life Vision Eyecare What Does Your Company/Organization Do? We provide eye care to our community, encompassing innovative medical and dry eye therapies with personalized quality optics and glasses. We believe vision is
Dan Stuglik
Name Dan Stuglik Company/Organization Coloma Township Police Department What Does Your Company/Organization Do? The Coloma Township Police Department works to provide exceptional law enforcement to our community through top notch police work, civic involvement, partnerships and friendly
Megan Sanborn
Name Megan Sanborn Company/Organization Learn & Grow Childcare LLC What Does Your Company/Organization Do? Learn & Grow Childcare is a star-rated childcare center with a high quality program that serves children 2 weeks through 12 years of