Indiana Michigan Power is planning an open house for next month to tell Berrien County residents about a new transmission line project between Bridgman and Buchanan. Spokesperson Corey Ohlenkamp tells us the company is investing $62 million
Berrien County 911 Dispatch is working to fill some remaining vacancies after a year of post-pandemic staffing shortages. Berrien County 911 Administrator Caitlin Sampsell tells us they have been getting more applications lately, but they still have
A new hotel could be coming to the I-94 corridor in Berrien County. Lincoln Charter Township has received plans for a new Holiday Inn Express & Suites to be built at 5120 Red Arrow Highway, in between
A major new housing and trail development is planned in Bridgman. Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber President Arthur Havlicek tells us the city council was told Monday about plans by developer Lannert Group for the 25-acre site on
An increasingly popular food truck will soon be settling in to a new riverfront location. Anton and Ariel Lockett, owners of St. Joseph-based food truck Evelyn Mae’s BBQ, announced they have purchased the former Wheatberry Tavern in
1.7 million Michiganders are traveling 50 miles or more this Thanksgiving. AAA of Michigan’s Adrienne Woodland says 1.5 million are driving. However, plenty are also flying. “Air travel in Michigan has actually surpassed pre-pandemic numbers,” Woodland said.
From the Associated Press — A Democratic swing in the Michigan Legislature highlights the role that redistricting can play in the outcome of elections. In previous elections, Republicans had retained control of the Michigan House and Senate despite
From the Associated Press — Governor Gretchen Whitmer plans to appoint the first Black woman to the Michigan Supreme Court. A spokesman says Kyra Harris Bolden is Whitmer’s choice to fill the seat vacated by the resignation
St. Joseph City Commissioners are hoping to see some adjustments to the Krasl Art Fair as they wait to approve the event for 2023. Krasl Events Director Jamie Balkin laid out plans for the next fair at
Walt Disney Television/Yolanda Perez Billy Porter is set to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame next month. The Emmy, Tony and Grammy-winning entertainer will be honored with the 2,741st star on the legendary walk
The city of South Haven will apply for a Michigan Department of Natural Resources Spark grant for $276,000 to help fund the Kids Corner Park improvement project. Public works director Bill Hunter says its due to construction
The City of Benton Harbor has taken the first step in finding a solution to a potentially devastating high water issue. City Commissioners on Monday approved the submission of a grant application to the Michigan Department of
The Curious Kids Museum is seeking to acquire ownership of its building in downtown St. Joseph. Speaking to St. Joseph City Commissioners Monday, museum Director Lori Marciniak said as the museum looks at repairs needed from a
Non-regulated marijuana is flooding the market across Michigan, leaving customers concerned about the safety of cannabis products sold at licensed dispensaries. Brian Hanna is acting executive director of the state’s cannabis regulatory agency. “It’s also public health
Berrien County Register of Deeds Lora Freehling has launched a new public search site for land records. She says GovOS Cloud Search provides a search engine-like interface that simplifies looking for records. Some of the features include
By Ambrosia Neldon ambrosian@cassco.org CASS COUNTY — Earlier this month, a group of people sat around a computer in the Cass County Treasurer’s Office, chatting happily as they worked. Among them, a Cass County resident repeatedly thanked
Gas prices are down to start out Thanksgiving week, but they could still be at a record level in time for the big holiday. AAA of Michigan’s Adrienne Woodland says the statewide average dropped 23 cents on
Congressman Fred Upton has officially closed constituent correspondence operations after 36 years. That’s as his time in the House representing Michigan’s Sixth District nears its end. Upton is not seeking reelection after the state’s redistricting commission split
From the Associated Press — The Biden administration has announced preliminary approval to spend up to $1.1 billion to help keep California’s last operating nuclear power plant running. The Energy Department said Monday it was creating a
Blossomtime Pageants are getting underway for the 2023 season, and winners are being crowned across southwest Michigan. Here are the results from Cassopolis and Three Oaks / River Valley, which held their local events over the weekend:
As part of a Thanksgiving tradition, Governor Gretchen Whitmer has pardoned a turkey ahead of Thanksgiving. Her office tells us more: Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer pardoned a turkey before Thanksgiving. The turkey’s name, Mitch E. Gander, was
This is a special week for thousands of kids who may find new homes. November is National Adoption Month and Governor Whitmer has proclaimed this Tuesday as Adoption Day in Michigan. The Judson Center in Farmington Hills
From the Associated Press — Elizabeth Clement is the new chief justice of the Michigan Supreme Court. Clement was the unanimous choice of her colleagues on the court. She takes over from Bridget McCormack, who is leaving
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel today is reissuing her video that highlights the seriousness of making threats against schools following a recent increase in reported incidents. “A recent increase in threats of violence have been reported at
Otsego’s Bittersweet Ski Resort is opening today. General manager Nick Ross says they began making snow several days ago and also received over a foot of snow from the 16th to the 20th. Cannonsburg Ski Area north
This is a week where we honor emergency workers, tow truck drivers and Michigan Department of Transportation courtesy van patrol drivers as part of National Crash Responder Safety Week. It’s a dangerous job, especially over the past
Environmental groups are calling efforts over the past half-century to restore the wild turkey population from the brink of extinction one of America’s greatest wildlife success stories. Conservationists in Michigan are now calling on Congress to pass
The Berrien County Health Department is urging everyone to get a flu shot now that flu season is fully here. Berrien County Health Officer Guy Miller tells us they are anticipating an active flu season this year.
With Black Friday this coming week, St. Joseph Today is reminding everyone of a shopping opportunity with a more local flavor. It’s Small Business Saturday, Saturday, November 26. Joe Today’s Amy Zapal says you’ll be able to
Opening day for Michigan’s firearm deer hunting season was this week. Chad Stewart is the Michigan Department of Natural Resources deer, elk, and moose management specialist. He says hunters need to be aware of new reporting rules
