LMC commencement set for May 4

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More than 400 students will celebrate their graduation from Lake Michigan College with its 77th commencement ceremonies next month. LMC spokesperson Jennifer Shoemaker tells us the 411 graduates will walk the stage to accept degrees and certificates

Commissioners honor 911 Dispatcher of the Year

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Kristina Burks is Berrien County’s 911 Dispatcher of the Year following a presentation at the Berrien County Board of Commissioners meeting Thursday. Addressing the board, Undersheriff Greg Sanders said Burks is a supervisor at dispatch who’s instrumental

Caring Connection still awaiting answers surrounding federal funding

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As discussions about federal funding cuts continue, Caring Connection in Benton Harbor faces uncertainty regarding its financial support. CEO Robin McGinnis indicated that the organization’s overall funding is still uncertain, putting them at significant risk. “It depends

Michigan jobless rate continues inching upward

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Michigan’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate rose by one-tenth of a percentage point to 5.5 percent in March, according to data released by the Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget. Statewide employment receded by 3,000, while total