The Twin City Players will reopen its playhouse and resume performing live theater next month. The players announced this week the first performance will be July 16 after a tough time during COVID-19. There will be a
Michigan reported 257 additional cases of COVID-19 for Wednesday. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services says there were seven additional deaths, bringing that total to 19,439. The state’s had a total of 891,314 COVID cases.
From the Associated Press — A former Michigan congressman says he survived a high-risk surgery to remove a mass and a blood clot near his heart. Paul Mitchell didn’t seek reelection in 2020 after two terms. He
As the nation and state reopens, the Michigan Liquor Control Commission is asking everyone to enjoy their summer in a responsible manner. The Michigan Liquor Control Commission has released the following: As summer heats up, Michiganders are
From the Associated Press — A former Detroit mayor says he dropped to his knees in January when he learned that President Donald Trump was releasing him after he had served a portion of a 28-year prison
From the Associated Press — Governor Gretchen Whitmer has proposed expanding government-funded preschool to 22,000 eligible but unenrolled 4-year-olds in Michigan, saying too many cannot access an “incredible opportunity” because of inadequate funding. The expansion is designed
Michigan is opening up another 1,000 Michigan Skills Scholarship program scholarships. The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity has released the following: A new wave of applicants can now apply for the Michigan Skills Scholarship program
From the Associated Press — A group of anonymous alumni has gifted $550 million to Western Michigan University. The school in Kalamazoo says it will receive the funding over 10 years. It will be divided among scholarships,
The Benton Harbor Area Schools Board of Education has approved the hiring of Fred Roseburgh as the principal of Benton Harbor High School. He most recently served as principal of Fair Plain Middle School. During a Tuesday
From the Associated Press — The Biden administration’s top education official visited a COVID-19 vaccine clinic at a Detroit-area college. It’s part of a White House effort to encourage similar efforts across the country. Education Secretary Miguel
Congressman Fred Upton has joined nearly all of his Republican colleagues in calling for an investigation into the origins of COVID-19. He tells WSJM News given the scope of the situation, it’s reasonable to ask House Speaker
Scholarships of $1,000 are being given out to 23 students around Michigan by Honor Credit Union as part of its Community Commitment Scholarship program. Honor Credit Union says its scholarships emphasize extracurricular activities and what that means
The Veggie Van will make its way to the Niles-Buchanan YMCA this month. Spectrum Health Lakeland says the Veggie Van is a mobile farmer’s market that offers fresh produce free of charge to anyone looking. The fruits
There is no swimming allowed at Silver Beach following an E coli test done on Tuesday. The Berrien County Parks Department says elevated levels of the bacteria were found in routine testing, and swimmers were told to
Michigan has 293 new cases of COVID-19 for Sunday and Monday. The Department of Health and Human Services says there were 56 deaths, with 37 being found during vital records reviews. So far, there have been 891,057
A Michigan House committee has approved legislation from state Representative intended to help restaurants and bars recoup liquor license fees paid during the pandemic. Wendzel’s office has released the following: State Rep. Pauline Wendzel’s legislation that will
Environmental-justice advocates urged the federal government to invest in restoring the Great Lakes, confronting the climate crisis and standing up for front-line communities. President Joe Biden’s proposed budget includes billions of dollars for water infrastructure projects in
After backlash for moving Secretary of State branches to making appointments online only, Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson announced some changes this morning. “We have immediately added 350,000 new appointments for branch offices. They’re online and available
From the Associated Press — A man accused of killing two neighbors in southwestern Michigan told police that he shot them last week because they were too loud and he couldn’t sleep. That’s according to a court
A 13-year-old and a 16-year-old from Benton Harbor are recovering after they were shot in Benton Township late on Monday. The Benton Township Police Department says officers were sent to 105 South Fair Street around 11:40 p.m.
Benton Harbor City Commissioners have approved the Harbor Riverfest, to be held August 6 and 7 at Yarbrough Park along the St. Joseph River. Speaking during a Monday meeting, Mayor Marcus Muhammad said the event, largely organized
Berrien Springs is bringing back the Pickle Festival after a 16 year hiatus with a full day of family fun. The Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber has released the following: The Village of Berrien Springs, the Berrien Springs
This coming weekend will offer three free recreation opportunities in Michigan. It’s a Free Fishing, Free Recreation Passport, and Free ORV weekend. That means you can go fishing without a license, go ORVing on state tails without
Berrien County could soon expand Madeline Bertrand County Park near Niles. Berrien County Parks Director Jill Adams tells WSJM News a state grant of $300,000 plus a 25% local match would make way for the purchase of
From the Associated Press — Faygo has added another flavor to its more than 50-flavor lineup. The Detroit-based beverage maker says Monday that Faygo Firework combines cherry, blue raspberry and lime flavors and will roll out across
Michigan has 419 new cases of COVID-19 for Sunday and Monday. The Department of Health and Human Services says that is equal to roughly 210 new cases each day. There were 11 deaths since Saturday. So far,
From the Associated Press — A British man who told authorities that he wanted to work in the U.S. was stopped after swimming across a river between Michigan and Canada. Police say the 47-year-old man told first
The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity has announced $2 million in COVID-19 workplace safety grants. The department has released the following: As the economy continues to open back up and employers strive to keep their
A 31-year-old Vandalia man is hospitalized at South Bend Memorial after being hurt in a crash around 1 a.m. today (Monday) in Calvin Township. The Cass County Sheriff’s Office says Michael Deweerd’s vehicle hit a tree after
Michigan Works is planning a Career and Community Expo for this month. Talent Exchange Specialist LaRon Harris tells WSJM News this will be a day of job interviews, food, music, prize giveaways, and more. Michigan Works will
