MDOT to permanently close two US-31 ramps
The Michigan Department of Transportation will be permanently closing a couple of US-31 exit ramps in Berrien County. Spokesperson Nick Schirripa tells us as part of the northbound US-31 repaving project, MDOT will close two of the
Whirlpool, partners encourage girls to pursue tech careers
160 high school girls from schools throughout Berrien County have had a chance to hear from role models who work in the tech field, thanks to an event organized by Whirlpool on Tuesday. The Get IT Summit
Former Paw Paw Playhouse among 4 revitalization projects announced in Van Buren, Cass
Four municipalities in southwest Michigan will soon be getting some upgrades. Market Van Buren, which offers resources and support for businesses in Van Buren and Cass counties, announced Tuesday that it has helped secure $1.3 million from
Consumer demand prompts changes to camping reservations at Coloma/St. Joseph KOA Holiday campground
There will be some changes to booking reservations at the Coloma/St. Joseph KOA Holiday campground this year. The 2023 spring camping season has just begun, but the Coloma/St. Joseph KOA Holiday campground is planning ahead and is
A Summer of Fun in Niles, Free Concerts & Movies
When the sunshine sticks around and summer finally arrives, get outside in Niles! If you’re looking for family fun and entertainment, you can thank local non-profit Niles Music & More for another season of music and movies,
SBJ Studios seeks to set a record with 25 hour photoshoot
SBJ Studios in St. Joseph is planning to break a record this coming Memorial Day weekend with a 25 hour photoshoot. The studio told us more: Last year, local photography studio SBJ Studios set a world record
Benton Harbor: Dawson Manufacturing Co. closing in 2023
Automotive parts supplier Dawson Manufacturing Company in Benton Harbor has filed notice with the State of Michigan that its entire plant will close this year. The closure affects 90 workers, the majority of whom are hourly employees.
Volunteers invited to help lay railroad track at Michigan Flywheelers Museum
A volunteer weekend at the Michigan Flywheelers Museum is coming up. Everyone’s going to help lay track for the museum’s new railroad, donated to it by the House of David. The Michigan Flywheelers Museum told us more:
Buchanan seeks public input on proposed riverfront projects
Back in 2020, a group of architecture students from Andrews University joined forces with the City of Buchanan and its residents to create The Vision For Buchanan. As part of the project, the groups studied the St.
St. Joseph City Commission authorized additional street work
St. Joseph City Commissioners have approved some additions to a street resurfacing project planned for this year. At a Monday meeting, city commissioners signed off on a change order adding more streets to what was originally planned.
Pokagons planning fundraiser for student athletes
The Pokagon Band of Pottawatomi is planning a fundraiser to support some Student athletes headed to the 2023 North American Indigenous Games next month. The Pokagons told us more: The Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians is pleased