Nonprofit opens art co-op, gift shop downtown Niles
What started as an idea to paint sunflowers on the windows of downtown buildings in support of Ukraine has turned into something much bigger. River Essence Group, a nonprofit organization founded to support and enhance social vitality
Iron Woman: Lisa Altman shares inspirational message after Ironman World Championships
When St. Joseph resident Lisa Altman’s body started fighting back during mile 21 of the marathon run at the Ironman World Championships, her mind was focused on strength. Not just strength for herself, but strength for her
SJ Today Spotlights Halloween Activities
St. Joe Today and participating businesses invite the SWMI community to enjoy two great Halloween events this October – Pumpkins on Parade and Halloween Trick-Or-Treat! SWMI businesses and restaurants host Pumpkins on Parade, a pumpkin decorating contest.
11 titles now under review as ‘pornographic’ book banning debate heats up at St. Joseph Public Schools
To ban or not to ban, that is the question now facing a review committee in one local school district. From concerned parents to a forensic psychologist and a leader from OutCenter, community members flooded the SJPS
Southwest Michigan Writers’ Conference at the Niles District Library
Novelists, bloggers, and beginners alike are invited to attend the Southwest Michigan Writers’ Conference, this Saturday, October 22nd, at the Niles District Library beginning at 10 a.m. This all-day event is a joint effort between six area
Networking Event for ‘Third Thursdays’ at Front Street Pizza Pub in Niles
The third week in October is National Women’s Small Business Week, and you are invited to celebrate women influencers and business owners at Front Street Pizza Pub in Niles, on Thursday, October 20th, 2022, during Third Thursdays: Women
Krasl Art Center Announces Management Team Transition
Krasl Art Center (KAC) is announcing a new leadership structure. This announcement follows months of discussion, planning, and negotiating among KAC’s Board and leadership to poise KAC for a robust future with staff, volunteers, artists, and southwest
Berrien County Special Courts Win Continued Funding
The Berrien County Trial Court has announced the continued funding of two treatment courts as well as the Swift and Sure Sanctions Probation Program for fiscal year 2023. The Trial Court received notice of three grant awards