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In today's news: There's an election for St. Joseph City Commission next month, and perhaps the biggest issue will be paid parking. After the city's unpopular rollout of a paid parking program downtown back in May, and its later suspension, we've chatted with all six candidates to learn their position on the issue. With a lawsuit now filed by the Michigan Cannabis Industry Association against the...

In today's news: Benton Harbor City Commissioners have approved a plan for the restoration of wildlife habitat in Ox Creek.  There are changes coming to the Women’s Business Center at Cornerstone Alliance.  Now on display at the South Haven Center for the Arts is this year’s juried exhibition, "The Ghosts that Linger." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As heard on The Morning Show with Ken & Friends, this is the weekly News from the Bear Den! segment from Kristen Bawks, Superintendent for St. Joseph Public Schools. This podcast is your opportunity to learn more about what's new at St. Joseph Public Schools and what they're celebrating with students, parents, faculty, and the community! For more information, visit: https://www.sjschools.org/&...

In today's news: The St. Joseph Township Board of Trustees is considering a brownfield financing plan for a residential development planned at the site of the former Berrien Hills Country Club off Napier Avenue.  There's a new director on the job at the Southwest Michigan Regional Airport.  October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and the Berrien County Health Department is reminding wo...

In today's news: Michigan's budget crisis is over.  There have been some sleepless nights lately for leaders of the Region IV Area Agency on Aging while Michigan lawmakers hammered out the final state budget. Lake Michigan College has a frontrunner for the position of president, just a month after current President Trevor Kubatzke announced his retirement.  See omnystudio.com/listener fo...

In today's news: Both of Southwest Michigan's representatives in the U.S. House are placing the blame for the federal government shutdown squarely on Democrats in the U.S. Senate.  So, what's going on with the state budget? State Representative Joey Andrews explains. Now at work at Coloma Elementary School is a fully-certified therapy dog to help improve the physical and mental well-being of...

In today's news: A developer has plans to bring 120 new homes to Royalton Township. The Van Buren Conservation District has unveiled a new series of interpretive signs along the Van Buren State Trail.  A grant from Michigan Gas Utilities will enable South Haven Area Emergency Services to protect its first responders from carbon monoxide when they're out on calls.  See omnystudio.com/list...

As heard on The Morning Show with Ken & Friends, this is the weekly News from the Bear Den! segment from Kristen Bawks, Superintendent for St. Joseph Public Schools. This podcast is your opportunity to learn more about what's new at St. Joseph Public Schools and what they're celebrating with students, parents, faculty, and the community! For more information, visit: https://www.sjschools.org/&...

Sarah and Zack feature this week's events including a Bridgman Business After Hours, a St. Joe Business After Hours, and a ribbon cutting in Niles Township. Find these events and more at SMRChamber.com! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: A developer has plans to bring 120 new homes to Royalton Township. The Van Buren Conservation District has unveiled a new series of interpretive signs along the Van Buren State Trail.  A grant from Michigan Gas Utilities will enable South Haven Area Emergency Services to protect its first responders from carbon monoxide when they're out on calls.  See omnystudio.com/list...

In today's news: Michigan will avoid a state government shutdown if lawmakers can take quick action to approve a budget deal announced on Thursday.  It looks like Berrien County has found its next finance director. Cornerstone Alliance will hold a grand opening celebration next week for the new Canal Commons, a public plaza now built between the Benton Harbor shipping canal and Emma Hull Flat...

Beautiful Elsa is a husky mix of fur and love. We named her Elsa after "Frozen" because her coat is white and fluffy like the snow in winter. We found it to fit her. We are unsure of her exact age, but we guess that she is about 3 years old. She prefers to hang out on the outside area of her kennel during the mornings when everyone is barking and being noisy. Elsa is pretty low key and will shy aw...

Meet Alex and Max, happy little guys who are certain to put a smile on your face! They are playful and adore attention from people. Pure breed Havanese dogs, only 4-1/2 years old. Alex is grey and weighs around 14 pounds. Max is black with white and weighs around 16 pounds. Both boys would like to lose a couple of pounds, but wouldn't we all?!! Alex loves to be held and carried. Max is more i...

In today's news: The Berrien County Board of Commissioners has been advised to be prepared for a short state government shutdown as the deadline for Michigan lawmakers to approve a budget approaches.  The Twin Cities Area Transportation Authority has extended its deadline for companies interested in managing Dial a Ride to submit their proposals.  Berrien County is lowering its asking pr...

As heard on The Morning Show with Ken & Friends, this is the weekly News from the Bear Den! segment from Kristen Bawks, Superintendent for St. Joseph Public Schools. This podcast is your opportunity to learn more about what's new at St. Joseph Public Schools and what they're celebrating with students, parents, faculty, and the community! For more information, visit: https://www.sjschools.org/&...

In today's news: Governor Gretchen Whitmer is pushing for free school meals to remain in the final state budget.  A new program is turning Benton Harbor residents into community leaders so they can help make their neighborhoods healthier.  More than 1,200 extra workers are now on site at the Cook nuclear power plant in Bridgman for Unit 2's 28th refueling outage.  See omnystudio.com...

In today's news: Silver Beach County Park in St. Joseph had a busy summer, according to new numbers just released by the Berrien County Parks Department.  Lakeshore Public Schools says it's working with leaders at Kalamazoo Public Schools after an incident during the JV football game between Lakeshore and Kalamazoo Central on Thursday that left a player injured. Several Southwest Michigan foo...

In today's news: Berrien County is getting a larger opioid settlement payout than previously expected.  The Berrien County Board of Commissioners is taking steps to ensure the county is prepared if there's a state government shutdown on October 1. A group of Michigan lawmakers, including state Representative Joey Andrews has announced a new package of legislation intended to protect unemploym...

In today's news: The Michigan Department of Transportation will hold an open house this month on its plans to reconstruct M-139 in Benton Harbor starting next year.  Students at Lake Michigan College facing financial hardship and having difficulty purchasing books for classes have received a boost from the Berrien Community Foundation.  The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has re...

In today's news: The U.S. Department of Energy has released its sixth loan disbursement to Holtec International to help the company restart the Palisades nuclear power plant in Van Buren County. Benton Harbor Mayor Marcus Muhammad was in Lansing Tuesday as Governor Gretchen Whitmer delivered an address calling on state lawmakers to approve a budget before October 1 deadline.  The Hagar Townsh...

As heard on The Morning Show with Ken & Friends, this is the weekly News from the Bear Den! segment from Kristen Bawks, Superintendent for St. Joseph Public Schools. This podcast is your opportunity to learn more about what's new at St. Joseph Public Schools and what they're celebrating with students, parents, faculty, and the community! For more information, visit: https://www.sjschools.org/...

Sarah and Zack talk about Business After Hours and Ribbon Cutting events, a Tax Code update virtual meeting for businesses, and the groundbreaking of Project T in Benton Harbor. Get details and register to attend at SMRChamber.com! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Whirlpool Corporation says it's confident the Trump administration will investigate the company's allegations that competitors are evading tariffs by underreporting the value of their imports. Lincoln Township Clerk Michael Brown will serve as the interim township manager when current manager Ralph Bansen steps down next month.  Lake Michigan College has been ranked the 13th...

In today's news: The Benton Harbor Department of Public Safety is working with partner agencies to create a new countywide Fire and Police Training Facility.  The Benton Harbor Area Schools Board of Education is considering an endorsement of a proposed constitutional amendment in Michigan that would increase taxes on those with the highest incomes to support schools. The city of St. Joseph is...

In today's news: County leaders across Michigan are being urged to put pressure on their state lawmakers to end the political stalemate in Lansing.  Construction has started on the Humane Society of Southwestern Michigan's new Mary C. Grish Animal Community Center.  A formal plan for the revitalization of Ox Creek will be considered by Benton Harbor City Commissioners next week. See omny...