Berrien County lays out plan for Silver Beach parking this summer
The Berrien County Parks Department has unveiled a new plan to reduce traffic congestion caused by Silver Beach County Park in St. Joseph. At Monday’s regular meeting of the St. Joseph City Commission, Berrien County Parks Director
New Heights CCDA planning job fair
New Heights CCDA is planning a couple of events to help Berrien County residents find new employment. New Heights Operations Director Chris Craig tells us there will be a job fair at the New Heights Laundry Hub
Police: Lawton contractor hired to rebuild family’s home committed fraud
A Lawton man is facing charges after police say he ripped off a family of more than $95,000 with false promises of contracting work. The Van Buren County Sheriff’s Department says it began investigating 58-year-old Gordon Leighton
County County park bringing back ‘Winter Nights’ events
Coming up at Dr. T.K. Lawless Park in Cass County is the return of Winter Nights, a celebration of the season featuring a variety of activities for the whole family. The Cass County Parks Department’s Patty Dohm
Officials see $1.1 billion state surplus in near term; no consensus yet on how to use
State legislators are back in Lansing, the session just barely more than a week in, and already there’s a billion-dollar dispute on how to use state revenues. On Friday, State Treasurer Rachael Eubanks, Senate Fiscal Agency Director
SHAES looks back on a record 2024 service year
The South Haven Area Emergency Services enjoyed a record-breaking year in 2024. Executive Director Brandon Hinz tells us that they successfully expanded their team by hiring five new firefighter cadets, which allowed them to respond to calls
BH aims for neater neighborhoods with ‘sticker program’ for excess trash pickup
The city of Benton Harbor is kicking off an exciting initiative to promote community cleanliness. Last year, the Benton Harbor City Commission created a resolution to amend the garbage, refuse, and litter ordinance. Communications coordinator Nick Gunn
Krasl sets first exhibit of 2025
Krasl Art Center is has announced its first exhibition of the year, titled “A Beautiful Mess: Weavers and Knotters of the Vanguard,” which opens on February 1st. Krasl’s Curator of Engagement Laura Winkle tells us that this