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Adopt A Highway Cleanup Starts Today

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The summer Adopt a Highway cleanup program starts today. The Michigan Department of Transportation’s Dan Weingarten tells WSJM News thousands of volunteers head out to the sides of roads to pick up trash, all in the spirit

Berrien County Jail Overcrowded

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The Berrien County Jail is a bit overcrowded. Speaking Thursday to colleagues, Berrien County Commissioner Jim Curran said the county administration committee heard this week from Sheriff Paul Bailey. “He did inform us this morning that he

Adopt A Highway Cleanup Starts Saturday

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The summer Adopt a Highway cleanup program starts this Saturday. The Michigan Department of Transportation’s Dan Weingarten tells WSJM News thousands of volunteers head out to the sides of roads to pick up trash, all in the

Steven Lee Waldo

Steven Lee Waldo, 65, of Buchanan passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 14, 2022 at his home.    Cremation has taken place and at this time the family will be remembering Steven privately. Online condolences accepted at

Thornton’s Hometown Café Closing

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Thornton’s Hometown Café in downtown St. Joseph is closing its doors after around 20 years of serving up breakfasts and lunches. Thornton’s owner Kathy Thornton posted to the cafe’s Facebook page Thursday that with “a heavy heart,