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Jonny Reinhardt talks with Lisa Cripps-Downey about their recent Meeting and Celebration where they awarded over $268,000 in support to many community organizations. One of them was Neighbor by Neighbor who received the Golden Acorn Award for Excellence. Jen Bomar talks about what it means to win this award and what they are doing for seniors in the Harbor Country area.  See omnystudio.com/listene...

Flick Pick is a podcast about movies. In today's episode, Andrew Green reviews Lee, which is a movie now in theaters. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Pickleball enthusiasts in Southwest Michigan have a chance to play all year round now as the South Shore Health and Racquet Club has opened its new indoor courts.  City of South Haven Mayor Annie Brown says "hate has no place and will not be tolerated in South Haven" in light of recent racist events. The Van Buren County Road Commission is reminding property owners of the rules fo...

The "Sunday Scaries," Mt. Everest is STILL growing! And Mustard Beer? Ew. That's what Paul Layendecker is BuZzin' about today on The Daily BuZz!! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today in Sports The Tigers hold on in the 9th inning for a 3-1 win over Houston in Game 1 of the American League Wild Card, Detroit can advance to round 2 with a win against Houston today at 2:30, a 2:05 pregame on WSJM. Kansas City, NY Mets, and San Diego also take 1-0 series leads. WNBA playoffs, New York grabs a 2-0 series lead over Vegas pushing the defending champs to the brink, and Minnesota...

In today's news: Effort to keep young talent in Southwest Michigan celebrates $500k boost 150-unit senior housing complex proposed for Benton Township St. Joseph tells farmers market vendors there's little to be done about protestors and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: The Berrien Talent Collaborative has received a $500,000 state funding boost to help support workforce and economic development in Southwest Michigan. Michigan Works in Berrien, Cass, and Van Buren counties is now taking applications for the next round of Going Pro Talent Fund grants. A Chikaming Township community has been named by HGTV as the most expensive place in Michigan to...

AHH. The simple things in life! Looks like the fountain of youth is a pond! And 'poo poo splatter.' That's what Paul Layendecker is BuZzin' about today on The Daily BuZz!! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today in Sports Lions QB Jared Goff was a perfect 18 for 18 passing with 2 touchdowns and he caught a TD pass from Amon-Ra St. Brown in the Lions 42-29 win over Seattle. In the other Monday night game, Tennessee over Miami 31-12. Tigers open playoffs this afternoon in Houston at 2:30, 2:05 pregame on WSJM. MLB Hit leader Pete Rose passes at age 83. Wings fall in both of their split squad preseason...

In today's news: Benton Harbor's Dial a Ride transit service loses its insurance Palisades restart gets a big Federal boost More changes to St. Joseph's plan to address downtown parking and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Holtec International has officially closed on a $1.52 billion loan from the U.S. Department of Energy to restart the Palisades nuclear power plant.  The cleanup of Ox Creek has gotten a boost now that the former Modern Plastics property in Benton Harbor has been purchased by Harbor Shores. Benton Harbor leaders are working to address a major challenge to the city's Dial A Ride ser...

The nicest guy EVER! The world's 'crappiest' bathroom. And a not so 'clean' getaway. That's what Paul Layendecker is BuZzin' about today on The Daily BuZz!! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The WSJM Sports Player of the Week is Sophia Pierangeli of St. Joseph girls swimming.   Sophia is a sophomore at St. Joe St. Joe won all four of their meets last week to improve to 7-0 on the season. Sophia won each event she competed in, during the dual meet with Portage Northern and Harper creek she won in medley relay, the 200 free relay, the 50 free, and the 100 back.   In the double dual with...

Today in Sports The 2024 MLB regular season comes to an end as the White Sox end their miserable season on a happy note with the 9-5 win over the Tigers.  The Tigers move on and will face Houston in the AL Wild Card round starting Tuesday.   The Cubs season ends with a 3-0 loss to the Reds in 10 innings. NFL.  The Bears beat the LA Rams 24-18, and the Colts beat previously unbeaten Pittsburgh 27-2...

In today's news:  Federal officials are in the region to tout nearly $3 billion in Palisades restart funds South Haven police investigating anti-Semitic fliers; one suspect questioned Public meeting set on upcoming improvements to Red Arrow Highway and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Got Something to Say? is brought to you by United Federal Credit Union - We Get U!  Jonny Reinhardt talks with Veronica Jackson from LECO about the upcoming Fit 4 Fall 5K! Learn more and sign up at Fit4Fall5K.com  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Got Something to Say? is brought to you by United Federal Credit Union - We Get U!  Jonny Reinhardt talks with Elizabeth Bernhard from Manufacturing Growth Alliance about the great things they are doing around the state for manufacturing companies and talks about some upcoming events.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bella is a spayed 4 year old female. Really, Bella is just a big puppy who loves attention. She is good with other dogs, fascinated by cats, and great with kids. When she isn't being a sweet couch potato and getting belly rubs, Bella loves going for walks. Please consider giving this beautiful dog a loving forever home. Call Animal Aid of Southwestern Michigan at 269-934-7729 or send an email to a...

John's guests this week are candidates for election to the position of Michigan House of Representatives District 37. They are: Brad Paquette, the incumbent, a Republican, and Angela Jones, the challenger, a Democrat. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From Full Circle Cafe and Espresso Bar in Stevensville, we take to the Coaches. We talk St. Joseph, Lakeshore, and Twin City Sharks football and Michigan Lutheran boys soccer See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As you heard on 97.5 Y-Country, Lakeshore played host to the St. Joe Bears in the annual War by the Shore See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As heard live on News/Talk/Sports 94.9 WSJM.  St. Joe traveled to Lakeshore to take on the Lancers in the War by the Shore. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: State Representative Joey Andrews is looking into what he can do to help Bridgman Public Schools after a settlement was reached this week between American Electric Power and Lake Township that will result in a reduction in the amount of taxes AEP will have to pay for the Cook nuclear power plant.  Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's visit this week to the United States hasn't...

St. Joe Bears Football Preview is brought to you by Lazer Graphics! Give them the stuff they want from Lazer Graphics! LazerGraphics.com ! Jonny and Bret preview tonight's game against Lakeshore! You can listen to it on 94.9 WSJM, on the WSJM app and at WSJM.com ! Go Bears! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A unique segment from our WSJM Morning Show with Ken & Friends where we visit with Mike Wyble from Baird Wealth Management to talk about news and views in the financial retirement realm! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.