Pace Of Benton Harbor Lead Line Replacements Accelerates
The replacement of lead water service lines in the city of Benton Harbor has accelerated now that warmer weather is here. Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy spokesperson Hugh McDiarmid tells WSJM News several lines
County Parks In Need Of Staff
They could really use some staff at Berrien County Parks. During this week’s meeting of the Berrien County Board of Commissioners, Commissioner Julie Wuerfel told colleagues she learned at a recent meeting some parks can’t even open
Exchange Club Honors Police Officers
Six police officers have been honored by the Exchange Club of Southwest Michigan as Police Officers of the Year. They honored St. Joseph Public Safety Officer Bradley Clapp; Berrien County Sheriff’s deputies Doug O’Dell and Preston Huddleston;
LMC To Hold Session On Healthcare Career Programs
With a shortage of healthcare workers nationwide, Lake Michigan College is planning a virtual information session for next month on the healthcare career programs it offers. LMC says its Allied Health Information Sessions will run from 4
Cannabis Cup Coming Back To Michigan
The High Times Cannabis Cup is back. It’s the largest cannabis event in Michigan, and this year’s competition is expected to have the largest pool of judges and the most categories to vote on in the event’s
LaSata Recognizes Ag Day
State Senator Kim LaSata is urging everyone to join her in recognizing Michigan Ag Day next week. Her office tells us more: Sen. Kim LaSata on Wednesday stressed the importance of agriculture to our state and economy
Whitmer Talks Progress With 60 By 30 Goal
Governor Gretchen Whitmer stopped by the University of Detroit Mercy as keynote speaker for upcoming graduates this week. It was the annual Dollars for Scholars luncheon. The governor used the occasion to tout what she called a
Berrien County Community Recycling Events Begin April 12th
Earth Day is a celebration of our planet, promoting environmental clean up and wildlife preservation across the globe. Locally, organizations in the state of Michigan use this holiday to spread the word about their work to improve
Mattress Company Opens 165,000 Square Foot Facility In Laporte County, Indiana
The grand opening for a new mattress facility in Laporte County, Indiana has been held. Mattress manufacturer Corsicana says the new facility will produce bedding and employ hundreds of people. Corsicana tells us more: On Wednesday, March
Whitmer Announces Lighting and Furniture Manufacturer Establishing Second Facility In West Michigan
Governor Gretchen Whitmer has announced the expansion of a lighting and furniture company in the Grand Rapids area. The governor’s office tells us more: Governor Gretchen Whitmer joined the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) today to announce
Cornerstone Alliance Interested In Acquiring Benton Township Property
Cornerstone Alliance has expressed an interest in acquiring a piece of property owned by Benton Township while offering to swap two of its own parcels for it. Cornerstone project manager Zach Vaughn tells WSJM News the organization