Residents of Dowagiac are being advised the city’s drinking water has been flagged by the EPA as exceeding testing standards for lead. A review of data from 2022 testing has found Dowagiac’s lead levels are 17 parts
Nominations are being taken now for the next Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber Business Recognition Awards. The chamber’s Sara Spoonholtz tells us they honor outstanding businesses and individuals each year during the Business Recognition Breakfast. They take nominations
The public is being invited to submit comments on the new plan for Tiscornia and Paddler parks in St. Joseph. Department of Public Works Director Greg Grothous tells us the document will guide improvements at the parks
Trees across West Michigan will soon be draped in color, and what better way to enjoy them than with a drive down a local road? The County Road Association of Michigan has worked with the state’s 83
A new invasive plant has been found in Michigan, and it’s in a couple of Berrien Springs ponds. Michigan Department of Natural Resources invasive species coordinator Joanne Foreman tells us hydrilla is a rope-like plant with long,
The UAW strike is nearing one month, and the hardship is being felt by some workers on the picket line outside the Ford Michigan Assembly Plant in Wayne. Striking UAW member Dottie Leonard says she has been
The city of New Buffalo is receiving a state grant of $1 million. The Michigan Economic Development Corporation announced the recipients of grant funding through its Revitalization and Placemaking Program Friday, and selected was New Buffalo’s plan
Hitting the road this month to spread the word about its programs will be the Berrien Community Foundation. Program Director Susan Matheny tells us the organization will hold meetings throughout Berrien County to speak with non-profits and
Set for this month is the next Whirlpool Corporation Appliance Sale to benefit the United Way of Southwest Michigan. The United Way’s Jennifer Tomshack tells us Whirlpool will be selling more than 350 appliances at deeply discounted
The Growing Michigan Together Council is preparing to send recommendations for growing the state’s population to Governor Gretchen Whitmer. The council has held meetings all over the state with the body divided into five subcommittees. They focused
The Powerball jackpot now stands at an estimated $1.4 billion for Saturday’s drawing. More than 3.2 million non-jackpot-winning tickets were sold nationwide in the last drawing, but the ticket holders weren’t the only winners. Michigan Lottery spokesperson
From the Associated Press — The United Auto Workers union said Friday it will not expand its strikes against Detroit’s three automakers after General Motors made a breakthrough concession on unionizing electric vehicle battery plants. Union President Shawn Fain
Holtec International has submitted a license filing to the Nuclear Regulatory Commission to restart the Palisades plant in Van Buren County. Spokesperson Patrick O’Brien tells us this formally begins the process of seeking federal approval to get
David Dee Delgado/Getty Images (WASHINGTON) — The judge overseeing the probe into former President Donald Trump’s handling of classified documents has paused any litigation involving the classified materials in question as she considers a request from Trump
Adam Christopher Vigansky, 38, of Buchanan, MI passed away on September 30th, 2023 after a lifelong battle with depression. Adam was born on January 15th, 1985 to Susan Cooper and James Vigansky in Niles, MI. Some of
Legislation is moving through Lansing that would allow high school athletes in Michigan to cash in on their name, image, and likeness just like college athletes. The legislation was introduced by Democratic Representative Jimmie Wilson of Ypsilanti,
In Michigan, drivers can no longer hold or use a cell phone while operating a vehicle, but distracted driving still happens. To better understand problem areas and frequency of the distracted driving, the Insurance Institute for Highway
Michigan business leaders are asking lawmakers in Lansing to put the brakes on several proposals that they say pose a threat to the state’s economic growth. Wendy Block of the Michigan Chamber of Commerce says they’ve formed
Auto suppliers are feeling the effects of the UAW’s ongoing strike against the Big Three. Julie Fream of the Motor and Equipment Manufacturers Association, which represents suppliers, says many of their members have already been forced to
Michael Godek/Getty Images (WASHINGTON) — House Republicans are rudderless in Washington as they search for a new leader — leaving one half of Congress in the lurch and freezing key legislative business — but the political ripple
Holly Mahaffey Photography/Getty Images (COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo.) — A funeral home offering environmentally friendly burials is under investigation after it was discovered that human remains were being improperly stored, according to authorities. Deputies from the Fremont County
NFL – National Football League – Week 5 Last Night Chicago Bears 40, Washington Commanders 20 Bears 40, Commanders 20 – Fields and Moore lead the Bears to their first win of the season Justin Fields connected
The Berrien County Board of Commissioners is keeping an eye on developments with short-term rental legislation now being discussed in Lansing. The board heard from consultant and lobbyist Michael Krombeen of the Midwest Strategy Group at a
The new River Valley Elementary School will be celebrated with a dedication and tours this month. River Valley School District Interim Superintendent Dave Campbell tells us the building is about two years in the making. It’s an
The new Bridgman Courtyard has been selected as one of four projects statewide to compete for the Michigan Municipal League’s Community Excellence Award. The Greater Bridgman Area Council for Growth and Advancement says the courtyard, which is
The Berrien County Sheriff Appointment Committee is now taking applications for a new Berrien County Sheriff. As Sheriff Paul Bailey nears retirement at the end of the year, the committee will need to appoint a temporary replacement
The speed limit will be changing on two roads in St. Joseph Township. Berrien County Road Department Traffic Safety Supervisor Michael Juengling tells us speed studies were done in 2019 on Miami Road from Napier Avenue to
A resolution opposing any loss of local control over zoning for large wind and solar energy projects has been tabled by the Berrien County Board of Commissioners. At a Thursday meeting, the board heard from a consultant
It was a never before seen day for Washington Tuesday. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy was voted out of the job, a first in U.S. history. Oakland University professor Dave Dulio wrote an opinion piece for USA Today,
This is fire prevention month, and the state wants you to do things to make your home safer. State Fire Marshal Kevin Sehlmeyer says the top cause of deadly fires in Michigan is smoking, followed by cooking.
