98.3 The Coast

In today's news: The Berrien County GOP has released a statement amid controversy over its scheduled event featuring January 6 defendants and two men charged and later acquitted in a plot to kidnap Governor Gretchen Whitmer.  The United Way of Southwest Michigan has announced the winners of its Volunteer Awards for the year.  The Berrien County Clerk's office will hold an event to offer...

In today's news: South Haven's police chief resigns after scrutiny on holding two jobs More money flowing to the Palisades Nuclear power plant for restart Local drone operator captures extensive Lake Michigan erosion footage and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: South Haven Police Chief Dennis Honholt has resigned.  The Berrien County Board of Commissioners has gotten an update on how some of the county's opioid settlement money has been put to use since it announced a partnership with the First Church of God in St. Joseph last year.  The Michigan Maritime Museum in South Haven will be unable to sail its tall ship, Friends Good...

In today's news: Report claims South Haven's police chief is still a chief in Dover, Tenn. Six candidates filed for St. Joseph City Commission A "nationwide grassroots" group holding local townhall in Benton Harbor and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: City leaders in St. Joseph are spreading the news about the coming changes to downtown parking in the summer, hoping to allay concerns and clarify what the arrangement will be.  A grassroots political organization formed this year in Southwest Michigan is planning a town hall for this Friday in Benton Harbor to discuss how spending cuts, tariffs, and new policies on the feder...

In today's news: Seatbelts now required on Dial a Ride in Benton Harbor Dredging underway near Tackle Haven docks on St. Joseph River Cook Nuclear Power Plant's weather buoy is back and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: A 2016 graduate of St. Joseph High School is the winner of America's Test Kitchen Next Generation Season 2.  The Cook nuclear power plant weather buoy is now back in Lake Michigan, signaling the start of the busy boating season.  St. Joseph Public Schools' newest foundation is making significant progress. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Local reaction to Pope Francis's passing Benton Harbor approves $300k in sidewalk work St. Joseph hears both sides of upcoming parking fees and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Catholics all over the world are mourning Pope Francis following his death at the age of 88 on Easter Sunday.  As the city of St. Joseph prepares to implement its downtown paid parking program this summer, social media has blown up with negative remarks. However, some business voices downtown are urging people to give the parking plan a chance. The city of Bridgman is hoping...

In today's news: Another local protest against President Trump County jail changing food service providers Civil rights complaints against Hagar Township dismissed  and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Benton Harbor Area Schools begin search for new superintendent equalization report from Berrien County New golf tournament coming to Benton Township See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Benton Harbor Area Schools is officially beginning the search for a new superintendent.  Kristina Burks is Berrien County's 911 Dispatcher of the Year following a presentation at the Berrien County Board of Commissioners meeting Thursday. 2024 was a busy year for the Berrien County Clerk's office. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Caring Connection funding still in question Protect yourself against measles Berrien County 911 dispatcher of the year awarded See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A group of downtown St. Joseph business owners will meet next week to talk about the new paid parking rules coming to part of the downtown area starting this summer.  The long-abandoned and blighted Old Feed Mill in Buchanan is set to be demolished, thanks to a State Land Bank grant. The Hagar Township Board of Trustees has approved a one-year moratorium on wind and solar developments. ...

After nearly two months since a post basketball game incident on February 26 at Dowagiac High School, the Cass County Prosecutor's Office has announced charges against those involved.  The Berrien County Prosecutor's Office has announced the sentencing of two men in relation to the shooting of a 21-year-old Benton Harbor resident at the Briarwood Apartment Complex last June.  Work to sta...

In today's news:  Cass County Prosecutor charges three people in Benton Harbor-Buchanan post game incident Hagar Township working to stabilize beach bluff Huizenga is weighing a run for the U.S. Senate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah from the Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber joins Zack to chat about upcoming ribbon cuttings and a virtual seminar about ESTA compliance for your employees. Visit smrchamber.com for details! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We now have a Miss Blossomtime for 2025 Holtec International has passed several new milestones on its way to restarting the Palisades nuclear power plant.  Michigan Works of Berrien, Cass, and Van Buren has announced its second round of 2025 grant applications is now open for the Going PRO Talent Fund.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news:  Holtec achieves milestones in Palisades restart efforts Berrien County Health Department and MSU Extension team up to educate about eggs Berrien County Central Dispatch celebrates National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Mr. Blossomtime 2025 crowned Sawyer man dead after walking on I-94 St. Joseph looking for a few good parking ambassadors and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: US-12 construction begins next Monday Cornerstone Alliance releases its 2025 strategic plan A new wrestling room coming to SMC See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Building upgrade project funds running low in Berrien County  Allegan County Sheriff issues missing person alert New mixed-use plan approved in downtown South Haven and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Berrien County's ongoing effort to address needs at its facilities is now moving at a slower pace as the funds run out. M-139 in Berrien Springs will be under construction next week.  April 13 through April 19 will be Animal Care and Control Week, and Berrien County Animal Services is hoping everyone will take a moment to thanks its staff and volunteers for all the things the...

In today's news: Benton Harbor approves policy keeping OutCenter out of City Center Park South Haven educators rallying over cuts to federal education funding Lincoln and Lake townships will share a fire chief  and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Democrat Jessica Swartz has announced another run for Congress in the Fourth District.  Benton Harbor City Commissioners have approved a new parks policy that limits what kinds of events can be held at Dwight P. Mitchell City Center Park.  Lincoln Township Fire Chief Brandon Chiarello is taking on a second job.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa...