Michigan Regional Jobless Rates Decrease in November
Jobless rates moved down in 14 of Michigan’s 17 major labor market areas between October and November, according to data released today by the Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget. “Employment rose in most regional labor
Get Outside in Southwest Michigan
Let’s go explore! Christmas has come and gone, copious amounts of cookies have been consumed, and we’ve eaten every shape and flavor of cheese we could find. We are usually curled up inside, counting snowflakes as they
Michigan Education Trust Launches New Pricing Structure
If you want to start saving for your child or grandchild’s college education, now is a good time to do it. The Michigan Education Trust is kicking off a new pricing structure this month so you can
Redistricting Panel to Make History With Adoption of New Maps
Michigan’s redistricting panel is slated to begin approving new state legislative and congressional maps Tuesday after months of map-drawing and controversy. The 13-member panel is supposed to choose from 15 proposed maps drafted by the group last
Unemployed Can Claim Benefits Throughout New Year’s Holiday, Urged To Certify Early
The Unemployment Insurance Agency (UIA) will be closed Dec. 30 and 31 to observe the New Year’s holiday. Anyone who needs to certify for benefits should do so early in the week. Unemployed workers can certify for
Documentary About Benton Harbor in the Works
A documentary about Benton Harbor is in the works. Neighbors Organizing Against Racism is working with DG Media on producing “Benton Harbor: The Story, The Pain, The Hope” to focus on the positive things happening in the
What were the most popular baby names locally in 2021?
Jackson and Isabelle were the most popular names for babies born in Berrien County hospitals in 2021. Spectrum Health Lakeland has released its annual list. It says the top boys names were Jackson, Daniel, Oliver, Elijah, and