The state of Michigan is out with an interim report on the progress of the Michigan Task Force on Racial Disparities with COVID-19. Chaired by Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist, it shows significant progress in cutting the average
Governor Gretchen Whitmer has issued a proclamation in honor of Day of Persons With Disabilities Day in the state. The governor’s office has released the following: Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed a proclamation designating today as Day of
The United Way of Southwest Michigan has announced its Volunteer United Youth Scholarship Awards for the season. The group says scholarships are going to Anna Glomski of Paw Paw High School, Jonathan Leach of Ross Beatty High
Recounts in a couple of close Berrien County elections from November are now scheduled. The Berrien County Board of Canvassers will first recount the village president race in Galien this Friday. In that race, Kenneth Chappell and
The Niles Scream Park has been able to donate more than $109,000 to non-profits thanks to a successful season. Park Manager Aaron Smith tells WSJM News that’s in spite of COVID prompting the park to use a
The Silver Beach Hotel’s liquor license has been suspended for alleged violations of the state’s COVID rules. The Michigan Liquor Control Commission says an emergency suspension of the license was issued after an investigation by the St.
Michigan is reporting 6,955 additional cases of COVID-19 for Wednesday. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services coronavirus website says the state has now had a total of more than 373,000 cases of COVID since the
Allegan County residents can receive free flu vaccines this month at the Allegan County Health Department. Appointments can be made by calling the Health Department and are available on Thursday December 3rd from 1 to 4. Morning
Governor Gretchen Whitmer has recognized Career Exploration and Awareness Month by encouraging the state’s residents to explore new careers. The governor’s office has released the following: To recognize the state’s urgent and growing need for talent and
Police are investigating afterimages of someone climbing the Mackinac Bridge were posted on social media. The Michigan Department of Transportation has released the following: The Michigan State Police is investigating a case of felony trespassing on the
From the Associated Press — The Michigan state House approved a series of bills Tuesday that would provide a greater level of confidentiality for survivors of domestic and sexual violence. Under the proposals, victims of crimes and
Three Berrien County Sheriff’s Office K9s have new bullet and stab protective vests. Blek, Maxx, and Mika have received the help from the non-profit Vested Interest in K9s, Incorporated. Their program is open to dogs at least
The Michigan State Police Missing Children’s Clearinghouse is taking entries in this year’s National Missing Children’s Day Poster Contest. The agency’s Jolene Hardesty tells WSJM News the contest seeks fifth graders to draw up posters bringing attention
State education officials are urging people to make a donation to the Fostering Futures Scholarship Trust Fund as the year runs down. Michigan Office of Postsecondary Financial Services Director Robin Lott tells WSJM News the fund gives
Congressman Fred Upton was among the members of Congress to announce a new bipartisan proposal for a COVID-19 stimulus package on Tuesday. The U.S. House Problem Solvers Caucus and a group of senators pitched the $908 billion
The annual Michigan State Police Stuff a Blue Goose item drive will be this weekend. The agency seeks to fill up as many Blue Geese, or MSP patrol cars, as it can for local non-profits. The items
Two 17-year-olds from Niles are facing charges after a chase with police on Tuesday. The Niles Police Department says it all started when police tried to pull over a vehicle for a registration violation around 1:40 p.m.
The Hartford Police Department is advising residents, particularly on the East side of town to keep an eye on outdoor decorations and packages. There have been reports of these items being stolen. Residents should report any suspicious
Michigan is reporting 5,793 additional cases of COVID-19 for Tuesday. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services coronavirus website says the state has now had a total of more than 366,000 cases of COVID since the
It’s been one year since the first sale of recreational marijuana in Michigan. The state Marijuana Regulatory Agency says there has been more than $440 million worth of pot sold, with the state taking in more than
LOCATION Positive cases of COVID-19 Deaths Recovered* as of 11/12/2020 Van Buren County 2,800 45 816* Cass County 2,095 30 719* Michigan 366,242 9,324 165,269**
A Berrien County teacher has been named as the Michigan Farm Bureau’s 2020 Educator of the Year. The Michigan Farm Bureau has released the following: Steve Rigoni’s passion for education brought him to Countryside Academy in Benton
An apartment fire in Niles is under investigation. The Berrien County Sheriff’s Department says a 9-1-1 call came in just before 5 a.m. Tuesday of a fire at Leisure Ridge Apartments in the 13-hundred block of Leisure
We are a week away from the end of the Department of Health and Human Services order suspending dine-in service at restaurants. Governor Whitmer was asked Tuesday afternoon what way the state was looking for the possible
From the Associated Press — State Representative John Chirkun said Monday he had tested positive for the coronavirus, becoming at least the 10th member of the Legislature to be infected since the pandemic hit Michigan. Also, two
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is urging everyone to be cautious about how they donate money this holiday season. Her office has released the following: The holiday season can spark feelings of generosity and the desire to donate to charities,
Governor Gretchen Whitmer issued a proclamation today to mark World AIDS Day. The governor’s office has released the following: Governor Gretchen Whitmer recognized the millions of individuals whose lives have been impacted or taken by HIV/AIDS by proclaiming today as AIDS Day
From the Associated Press — Michigan casinos could launch online sports betting and gambling games in December once state lawmakers waive the remaining time they have to review proposed licensing rules. The Joint Committee on Administrative Rules
From the Associated Press — Michigan mayors are asking the Legislature to act quickly to ensure two-dozen cities collecting income taxes don’t lose revenue because non-residents are working at home during the coronavirus pandemic. Officials warn that
Children in Van Buren County can now get free books thanks to a program at the Van Buren District Library. It says participants in the November Read to Give Challenge logged 790 books during the month, far
