The Krasl Art Center in St. Joseph is working on plans for the use of artist Richard Hunt’s Benton Harbor studio now that Hunt has donated the 20,000 square foot building to the center. Krasl held a
Lake Michigan College is thanking voters for approving its millage renewal this week. In a year when many school bond proposals failed, the voters overwhelmingly approved LMC’s request. College President Trevor Kubatzke tells us they’re humbled by
As reported on MoodyOnTheMarket.com, the qualities of what Tiscornia Park is today and what people will find in the future are up for debate. What’s there now could change when a new Tiscornia Master Plan recommendation is
A recent survey shows that a large portion of the Michigan economy is flattening. Brian Long, director of supply chain management research at Grand Valley State University, believes business purchases are as flat as can be. “However,
A 23-year-old woman from Elkhart, Indiana has been killed in a single-vehicle crash in Cass County. Michigan State Police say she was a passenger in a 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer that was on Corey Lake Road when the
Guido Mieth/Getty Images (HOUSTON) — A baby boy died in Houston on Tuesday after being left in a car amid a dangerous and unrelenting heat wave, police said. A mother and her two children arrived in the
Voters headed to the polls Tuesday in southwest Michigan to decide a handful of races. The big one was Lake Michigan College’s millage renewal, which passed with wide support to grant LMC a continuation of its operating
The millage renewal for Lake Michigan College was headed toward approval by voters Tuesday. The 20-year continuation of an operating millage that accounts for 25% of LMC’s budget was on its way to being given a thumbs
A new interim city attorney has been hired by Benton Harbor City Commissioners. At a Monday meeting, they approved the appointment of Sara Senica to the post. Some commissioners called for more vetting and a special meeting
Taking place this Sunday at the Bridgman Open Air Market will be a cornhole tournament. Market manager Roseann Stachowiak tells us proceeds will benefit the Wounded Warrior Project. The Bridgman Open Air Market is every Sunday from
The population of Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s population task force is growing – and it now has additional local representation. If Michigan is going to reverse its population decline, the governor says there are four areas that need
A third Democrat is now running for Congress in Michigan’s Fourth District. Chris Glasser is a Kalamazoo native who tells us he’s worked in several government roles. He’s been a reserve sheriff’s deputy, an EMT, and a
It could be a while before the westbound lane of John Beers Road at Red Arrow Highway is back open. It’s been shut down since Sunday due to a washout caused by heavy rain. Stevensville Village Manager
With Labor Day weekend being one of the biggest times of the year for impaired driving deaths, Michigan State Police are bringing back the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign for another year. Until September 4,
Governor Gretchen Whitmer has declared August Breastfeeding Month, when mothers are encouraged to breastfeed their babies due to the health benefits it provides. Berrien County Health Department lactation specialist Mistel de Varona tells us breastfeeding is best
The Benton Harbor City Commission has approved the draft Best Benton Harbor Community Plan, or the city’s new master plan. Commissioners signed off on the planning document Monday with no comment. Now that it’s been approved, a
Lake Michigan College officials have given the South Haven City Council an update on today’s millage renewal. Associate Dean of the South Haven LMC Campus and Select Academic Programs Jeremy Burleson talked to them about how much
Benton Harbor City Commissioners have approved the establishment of a Commercial Rehabilitation District for the Renaissance Athletic Club as it plans improvements at its property. At a Monday meeting, commissioners heard the club is planning to upgrade
Part of John Beers Road is closed due to a washout. The village of Stevensville says the westbound lane of John Beers from Red Arrow Highway to I-94 is closed. It’s due to part of the road
Courtesy Mary MacCarthy (NEW YORK) — A white mother who says she was accused of trafficking her biracial daughter has filed a federal lawsuit against Southwest Airlines alleging she and her daughter were victims of “blatant racism”
Three people are expected to recover after a water rescue in New Buffalo Monday. The New Buffalo Police Department says several 911 calls came in around 2 p.m. about swimmers in danger in Lake Michigan at New
Public comment is now being taken on an application from Indeck Energy Services in Niles to change its air quality permit to better reflect the equipment installed at its facility. The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes
Tuesday is the big day for Lake Michigan College as it asks voters to approve a 20-year renewal of its operating millage. LMC Director of Government and Community Relations Al Pscholka tells us this is only a
Washington Avenue over I-94 in St. Joseph Township will be closing this week. The Michigan Department of Transportation says the closure is in preparation for the $204 million reconstruction project taking place on I-94 between Stevensville and
This is Bicyclist Safety Enforcement Week and drivers and bicyclists alike should be on the lookout for extra law enforcement. The heightened focus runs from August 7 to 13 and officers will be focused on enforcing Michigan’s
belterz/Getty Images (NEW YORK) — One of the highest-ranking FBI officials ever criminally charged is expected to plead guilty next week in Manhattan federal court, according to a new court filing. Charles McGonigal, the former head of
Stand Up To Cancer The charity Stand Up To Cancer (SU2C) has announced the star-studded lineup for this year’s multi-network special, kicking off at 8 p.m. ET on August 19. The organization’s effort titled “How It Started, How It’s
Three candidates for South Haven mayor will be on the ballot Tuesday in South Haven. City Councilmember Joe Reeser, former Mayor Robert Burr, and former South Haven Public School Board of Education president Annie Brown are all
The Cass County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a motorcycle accident early this morning in Mason Township. Deputies were called to Kessington Road near Guyer Street and found 34-year-ol Steven Methe of Goshen, Indiana injured. He had crashed
KABC (LOS ANGELES) — A firefighting helicopter crashed, killing all three crew members, after it collided with a second helicopter while battling a blaze in southern California on Sunday, fire officials said. Riverside County firefighters were called
