Air conditioning coming to St. Joseph elementary schools; secondary schools to get air upgrades
Children in the St. Joseph School District are closer to being able to enjoy some improved air quality. The St. Joseph School Board approved a contract Monday with engineering firm Ignyte to install HVAC systems in the
Neighbors Organizing Against Racism Planning Awards Banquet
The first ever John Lewis Good Trouble Awards are being planned by Neighbors Organizing Against Racism in Benton Harbor. The group’s Trenton Bowens tells WSJM News they’ll hold a banquet November 12 at the Oak Room at
Inflation Reduction Act Provides Hope for Michigan’s Climate-Change Policies
With the Inflation Reduction Act now law, many states are beginning to bring their climate goals to fruition. In the last decade, Michigan has seen rapid increases in flooding and other drastic weather events. According to the
St. Joseph Commissioners Approve $1.1 Million Water Plant Project
Major water and sewer work continues in St. Joseph as city commissioners approved a $1.1 million engineering contract Monday for a project at the water treatment plant. City Manager John Hodgson tells WSJM News they’re replacing the
St. Joseph-Benton Harbor Rotary club accepting grant applications
The St. Joseph-Benton Harbor Rotary Club Foundation is now accepting grant applications for the 2022 funding cycle. This year, a total of up to $76,000 will be awarded, which is an increase of $8,000 from last year.
Sturgis Bank Opens New Banking Center in Niles
Sturgis Bank has opened a new center in Niles. Sturgis Bank filled us in: Sturgis Bank has opened a new location in Niles, Michigan at 929 South 11th Street. The Banking Center is helmed by financial professionals
SMC and Abonmarche Showcase Newly Remodeled ‘1st Source Fieldhouse’
Southwestern Michigan College (SMC) officially kicked off its renewed athletics program with a dedication ceremony last week at its brand new athletics facility, 1st Source Bank Fieldhouse. The renovation and addition, designed by Abonmarche, aims to breathe
Sarett Nature Center To Host Family Festival
Saturday, August 27th will be a day filled with fun and exploration at Sarett Nature Center in Benton Harbor, as they host the first Family Festival since the pandemic. The nature center, located at 2300 N Benton
Villwocks Outdoor Living Breaks Ground On New Expansion
“If it happens outside, we do it!”, says Mike Villwock, owner of Villwocks Outdoor Living in Berrien Springs. “We provide not only service, but tools, products, knowledge, and information for our customers and community.” The massive property
“Re-imagining The Future “ At Curious Kids Museum Could Be Five Million Dollar Project
The Executive Director of the Curious Kids Museum is hoping to turn a near tragedy into a huge opportunity for the 33-year-old non-profit group that operates one of downtown St. Joseph’s centerpiece attractions. Lori Marciniak told St.
‘Complete overhaul’: St. Joseph HS baseball, softball field renovation contract approved
A project to upgrade a local high school’s athletic facilities is rounding first base. The St. Joseph School Board on Monday took the next step toward a complete overhaul of the high school baseball and softball fields