A lack of available houses led to a drop in home sales around southwest Michigan in June. The Southwestern Michigan Association of Realtors says June sales were down 7% from June of 2021. Association Executive Alan Jeffries
The Kalamazoo County Sheriff’s Department reported Tuesday that a 32-year-old Kalamazoo resident ‘intentionally’ drove his car into a 65-year-old woman walking in a Walmart parking lot in Oshtemo Township, killing the woman. The incident took place at
St. Joseph Today is inviting the community to celebrate all things Southwest Michigan during Love Local Weekend Aug. 19-21. Love Local weekend features live music, extended shopping hours, special offers, St. Joe Farmers Market, Lake Bluff Artisan
The National Blueberry Festival is back in South Haven from Thursday through Sunday. It is the first full festival since 2019, before the COVID-19 pandemic hit. Board of Directors chairwoman Kim Wise says the parade will return
The National Blueberry Festival is back in South Haven from Thursday through Sunday. It is the first full festival since 2019, before the COVID-19 pandemic hit. Board of Directors chairwoman Kim Wise says the parade will return
St. Joseph Public Schools is looking to fill about 10 open hourly positions before the school year begins, and are inviting any interested candidates to a job fair this Thursday at the District Administration building, 2580 S.
Two people have drowned in Lake Michigan in South Haven. South Haven Area Emergency Services Chief Brandon Hinz says a 22-year-old man from Novi and a 22-year-old woman from Columbus died at the hospital after both were
Two people have drowned in Lake Michigan in South Haven. South Haven Area Emergency Services Chief Brandon Hinz says a 22-year-old man from Novi and a 22-year-old woman from Columbus died at the hospital after both were
What started as a temporary health care relief center during the COVID-19 pandemic is turning into a permanent fixture of the Benton Harbor community. After helping secure more than $500,000 in earmark funding for a major expansion
Governor Gretchen Whitmer has tested positive for COVID-19. Her office has released the following: This evening, Governor Gretchen Whitmer issued the following statement after testing positive for COVID-19. “This evening, I tested positive for COVID-19. “Thankfully, I
St. Joseph City Commissioners are working with the Curious Kids Museum to develop a building improvement plan after a fire at the museum July 5. Curious Kids Director Lori Marciniak told commissioners Monday damage to the building
St. Joseph City Commissioners have gotten word Bird Scooters is ending its scooter rental service in the community. At a Monday meeting, City Manager John Hodgson said Bird sent word this month it was ending service in
South Haven police say two people drowned while swimming in Lake Michigan on Monday afternoon off South Beach. South Haven Area Emergency Services says officers responded to South Beach around 12:40 p.m. on a report of two
Following a two-day trial, Yusef Phillips, of Benton Harbor, was acquitted of six felony firearm charges by a Berrien County jury on Friday, August 5. The jury took approximately 45 minutes to return a “not guilty” verdict
A major rebuilding project is planned for M-40 in Lawton, and the Michigan Department of Transportation will hold an open house for residents this week. MDOT spokesperson Nick Schirripa tells WSJM News the agency will rebuild M-40
A ramp repaving project along I-196 in South Haven is now underway. The Michigan Department of Transportation says it’s investing $783,000 to repave 1.8 miles of ramps at two I-196 exits in South Haven and Covert townships.
Two people were taken to Bronson-South Haven Hospital on Monday after being pulled out of Lake Michigan. South Haven Area Emergency Services says officers responded to South Beach around 12:40 p.m. on a report of two swimmers
Despite worries about a recession, many managers at companies in the US say the job market will remain strong the rest of this year. The survey was taken before Friday’s jobs report, which showed half a million
Governor Gretchen Whitmer says the work to replace all lead service lines in Benton Harbor by next spring is ahead of schedule. Whitmer visited the city Sunday and told residents about the progress to date. The state
Whirlpool will purchase InSinkErator from Emerson Electric Company for $3 billion in cash. The Benton Harbor-based appliance maker expects the sale to close in the fourth quarter of this year. The deal has been approved by both
A pair of research reports are providing a holistic perspective on how Michigan children are faring in the key measures of well-being. The 50-state 2022 Data Book from the Annie E. Casey Foundation was released today, and
Life jacket loaner stations have been installed at the north and south beaches in South Haven. The Rotary Club of South Haven presented a $1,640 check to the Bronson Wellness Center’s Safe Kids Greater South Haven water
Congressman Fred Upton is welcoming House passage of the Advancing Telehealth Beyond COVID-19 Act last week. He tells WSJM News the bill will help ensure doctors can continue providing remote appointments with patients who can’t physically come
There will be a ribbon cutting this month to celebrate the official opening of the Bridge Academy in Benton Harbor. Kinexus says the event will include tours of the new space, information about the Bridge Academy, and
No one is hurt after a fire at a home in Benton Harbor Friday. The Benton Harbor Department of Public Safety says officers were called to797 Pipestone around 10:45 a.m. on a report of a fire. They
A celebration is planned for this month for the Krasl Art Center to mark the 20th anniversary of the sculpture, And You, Seas by Richard Hunt. The 50-foot sculpture rises from the south pier of Silver Beach
Benton Harbor City Commissioners this past week approved the purchase of 31 properties in the community from Berrien County. At a Monday meeting, Community and Economic Development Director Alex Little said the city has a chance to
The sixth annual Breastfeeding on the Bluff is today in downtown St. Joseph. Berrien County Health Department lactation consultant Mistel de Varona tells WSJM News the event is to encourage the breastfeeding of babies and offer support
C&S Machine Products in Niles is expanding, adding 85 new jobs. The Michigan Economic Development Corporation says the company is getting support from the Michigan Strategic Fund to expand its manufacturing capabilities to include components for medical
By Ryan Yuenger ryany@wsjm.com Fans of early 2000’s post-grunge may want to dust off their ripped jeans, baggy t-shirts and skateboard shoes. Rock band Tantric, whose debut single “Breakdown,” went No. 1 on the Billboard Rock charts
