Eight of nine candidates for the St. Joseph City Commission who will appear on next week’s primary ballot took part in WSJM’s candidate forum Wednesday night. One question they were asked was how they believe the city’s
The U.S. Department of Transportation has announced a grant of $1 million for the Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport to recruit, initiate, and support new air service from Kalamazoo to the Charlotte Douglas International Airport in Charlotte, North
During a visit to Detroit Tuesday, Governor Whitmer said she does not anticipate a return to a mask mandate in Michigan. However, she told Michigan News Network people need to remain cautious. “Right now, everyone can avail
The Southwestern Michigan Association of Realtors has donated more than $10,000 to the Benton Harbor Boys and Girls Club. It says Patty Lauten, the managing broker with Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group in Edwardsburg, was looking to
The Michigan Department of Transportation has announced a detour that will be in place for those who go to the Berrien County Youth Fair in August. The fair is slated for August 16 through August 21, and
The Michigan Department of Transportation says it will begin a project along M-60 near Niles next week. It says it’s resurfacing the shoulders along seven miles of M-60 between US-12 and Leet Road. The $1.2 million investment
The CDC updated its mask guidance this week, advising people in areas with high levels of COVID-19 transmission to wear a mask when at an indoor public setting, regardless of their vaccination status, and now the Van
Spectrum Health has announced it will require all staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19. Spectrum Health has released the following: With a focus on the health and safety of its team members and the community, along with
Unit 1 of the Cook nuclear power plant in Bridgman has been taken offline for repairs. Indiana Michigan Power has released the following: Indiana Michigan Power’s Cook Nuclear Plant Unit 1 was safely taken offline by operators
From the Associated Press — The Michigan Supreme Court has thrown out the conviction of a man who was accused of failing to register under an old version of the state’s sex offender registry. The court became
From the Associated Press — Gretchen Whitmer on Tuesday proposed spending $100 million in federal COVID-19 rescue funds to expand access to affordable housing. The aid would go to the Michigan State Housing Development Authority. The authority
From the Associated Press — Gretchen Whitmer has resumed wearing a mask at indoor events, citing revised guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and a recommendation from the state’s chief doctor. The Democratic governor,
Set for August 6 through August 8 is Chalk the Block in downtown St. Joseph. St. Joe Today’s Amy Zapal tells WSJM News artists come from all over the draw chalk art on Broad Street. Judges will
Market Van Buren is applauding three Van Buren County based businesses for receiving honors this week at the 17th annual Michigan Celebrates Small Business Awards Gala. Barber Packaging of Bangor, Riveer Environmental of South Haven, and Tri-Mation
Congressman Fred Upton says there is hope yet for a bipartisan infrastructure package. He spoke to WSJM News Tuesday and said the talks in Washington haven’t stopped. He thinks there is way to get something substantial done
The health departments in Berrien, Cass, and Van Buren counties are teaming up with the United Way of Southwest Michigan to increase the COVID-19 vaccination rate and fight misinformation. Berrien County Health Department spokesperson Gillian Conrad tells
Set for next Tuesday is a city commission primary election in St. Joseph. There will be nine candidates on the ballot. That will be whittled down to six for the November election in which three are being
Van Buren County Sheriff’s deputies have shot and killed a domestic assault suspect who stabbed one of their K9 officers. Sheriff Dan Abbott says they had been sent to the home in Gobles before for aggravated assault
Supposedly RICH people live longer. A school supply shortage. And UNplugged! That’s what Paul Layendecker is BuZzin’ about today on The Daily BuZz!!
The city of St. Joseph will continue its economic development agreement with Cornerstone Alliance. The matter came up at Monday’s meeting of the St. Joseph City Commission as Cornerstone’s Rob Cleveland recapped some recent work the organization
Flood victims in the Detroit area have been calling the Michigan Attorney General’s office to report they’ve been scammed. AG Dana Nessel says while it started with drivers saying they were gouged by tow truck drivers, now
The St. Joseph City Commission is looking at a new way to attract development. During a Monday meeting, commissioners heard from Cornerstone Alliance and Lean and Green Michigan about the Property Assessed Clean Energy program, or PACE.
The Krasl Art Center is thanking the community for a successful Krasl Art Fair on the Bluff this year. The event was held July 10 and 11 at Lake Bluff Park with a few changes due to
A video has been released by the Michigan Department of Transportation explaining its I-94 project. The $153 million project is expected to conclude in 2024. Major construction work will begin in 2023 and prep work is underway
The city of Benton Harbor is getting a $300,000 grant to improve its water system. Michigan Treasurer Rachael Eubanks on Monday announced a total of $2.7 million is being awarded to 16 municipalities through the Financially Distressed
Governor Gretchen Whitmer will be in Benton Harbor next month to help Whirlpool celebrate the groundbreaking for its new housing development on Riverview Drive. The $22 million apartment complex will have 80 units with rents starting around
Traffic couldn’t cross the Bicentennial Bridge in Benton Harbor for several hours on Monday afternoon due to a mechanical issue. The Michigan Department of Transportation says a switch that determines whether the bridge is open or closed
A Delta Airlines flight from Fort Lauderdale to Detroit was diverted Sunday night after an altercation onboard. Flight 1562 passenger Corey Lesson told Michigan News Network that it appears that while en route there were some other
Governor Gretchen Whitmer has signed a bill to allocate $384 million in COVID-19 relief. It’s intended to help with the state with its pandemic recovery. The governor’s office has released the following: Governor Gretchen Whitmer today signed Senate Bill 27
The Region IV Area Agency on Aging has received an award from the National Association of Area Agencies on Aging for a program that helps it deliver healthcare to southwest Michigan seniors. The Area Agency on Aging
