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With the occasion of the swearing in of a new President of the United States, Donald Trump, on Monday, January 20, comes a recollection of the time at the Capital in 1813 when the British Army marched in and through that city in the War of 1812. Burning of the Capitol and the White House was followed by the march on Baltimore and Fort McHenry at its harbor, The Star-Spangled Banner composed as a p...

Jamie from Krasl Art Center talks about Winter classes as well as upcoming exhibition in the gallery at KAC!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Katie from North Berrien Historical Museum recaps Holiday Open House and details upcoming events!  Got Something to Say? is brought to you by United Federal Credit Union - We Get U!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin Flagel from Niles Main Street talks about everything you need to know about the Hunter Ice Festival happening this weekend in Niles! Got Something to Say? is brought to you by United Federal Credit Union - We Get U!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, we talk St. Joe, Our Lady of the Lake, Lakeshore, Michigan Lutheran, and Benton Harbor Boys Basketball. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

J.J. Frakes of Berrien Springs boys basketball is our WSJM Sports Player of the Week.    J.J. is a senior at Berrien Springs high school, and currently has a 3.2 GPA J.J. helped Berrien Springs go 2-0 over the week,  in the Shamrocks 68-41 win over Coloma, J.J. had 20 Points, to go along with 8 rebounds, 7 steals, and 3 assists.   Two days later, Berrien Springs beat Benton Har...

In today's news: The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is encouraging everyone to consider getting vaccinated against COVID, the flu, and RSV as cases of those illness are all up.  With Donald Trump being sworn in to his second term as president on Monday, Congressman Bill Huizenga will be listening closely to his inaugural address.  The Michigan House is set to vote Wedne...

Work Friends. Predictions from over a hundred years ago. Did any of them actually happen? (no.) And the Ice Cream TOSS! That's what Paul Layendecker is BuZzin' about today on The Daily BuZz!! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Things with terrible names that should be renamed. Who do you trust? And dumb ways people has injured themselves! That's what Paul Layendecker is BuZzin' about today on The Daily BuZz!! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today in Sports #20 Michigan falls in OT on a buzzer beating three from half court.  Wolverines fall to Minnesota 84-81 in OT. #3 Notre Dame women top #17 Georgia Tech 81-66. Pacers beat Pistons 111-100. Red Wings beat defending champs Florida 5-2,  Hawks drop 4th straight with 3-2 Shootout loss in Nashville. NFL Divisional round begins Saturday,  Lions host Commanders at 8:15 on Sa...

In today's news: South Haven pushes short-term rental questions to new work group Berrien Co. seeking $4 million for new trail in Niles/Buchanan  St. Joseph's annual chili feed is coming soon and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Flick Pick is a podcast about movies. In today's episode, Andrew Green reviews A Complete Unknown, the Bob Dylan biopic. More info: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11563598/?ref_=tt_mv_close See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Congressman Bill Huizenga and colleagues have introduced legislation to reauthorize the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, seeking to increase the program's funding from $475 million to $500 per year starting next year.  The Berrien County Parks Department is marking another successful year for its community recycling program.  The Berrien County Board of Commissioners...

Today in Sports #12 Michigan State picks up their 10th straight win after beating Penn State 90-85 at the Breslin Center.   #20 Michigan travels to Minnesota tonight at 7:00, 6:30 pregame on WSJM. Women's hoops, wins for Michigan State, Michigan, Western Michigan and Central Michigan.   Eastern Michigan lost. Bulls fall on back to back nights in back to back home games.  A...

In today's news: Multi-vehicle collision involving two buses and an ambulance leaves several injured Search continues for missing Eau Claire teen St. Joseph officials considering installing a breakwater to protect area beaches and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Governor Gretchen Whitmer delivered her "Road Ahead" address at the Detroit Auto Show on Wednesday, laying out some of her goals for the next year and a half and reviewing accomplishments of the past couple of years.  St. Joseph City Commissioners have heard a presentation on possible strategies to prevent shoreline erosion, thanks to a $200,000 state grant awarded to the cit...

Are you 'sick' of something? Most people are! The National Archives are looking for volunteers to read cursive! And bye bye SKIBIDI. That's what Paul Layendecker is BuZzin' about today on The Daily BuZz!! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today in Sports Red Wings fall to San Jose 6-3, ending Detroit's 7 game win streak. NBA, Cavaliers end Indiana's 6 game win streak 127-117.   Bulls fall at home to Pelicans 119-113.  Chicago home again tonight to face Hawks at 8:00 College Hoops, Western Michigan snaps 8 game skid with win at Kent State, Central Michigan beats Eastern Michigan.    #12 Michigan State to hos...

In today's news: Benton Harbor appoints new assistant city manager Hagar Township appoints new treasurer after elected officer resigns Curious Kids Museum gets new zoning designation for new location and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: State Senator Aric Nesbitt has announced he's running for governor.  Wayfinding signs to direct visitors to key attractions around the city of St. Joseph could be in place by Memorial Day following action this week by St. Joseph City Commissioners.  Coming up this weekend in Niles is the 21st annual Hunter Ice Festival.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor...

As heard on The Morning Show with Ken & Friends, this is the weekly United We Thrive segment from United Way of Southwest Michigan. This podcast is your opportunity to learn more about the mission, vision, and programs of the local United Way organization and find out how you can get involved to make a difference! For more information: https://www.uwsm.org/   See omnystudio.com/listener f...

Let us introduce you to a woman who already has her Christmas shopping done for NEXT CHRISTMAS! And Deputy DOPE. That's what Paul Layendecker is BuZzin' about today on The Daily BuZz!! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today in Sports Cade Cunningham has 36, Malik Beasley scores 22 including a pair of 3's in the final :40 seconds of the Pistons 124-119 win at the Knicks. Blackhawks fall to Calgary 5-2. Notre Dame beats Boston College 78-60 for first win since December 22. Rams eliminate Vikings to reach NFC Divisional Playoffs 227-9 High School Scores See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Berrien County has new plans for handling traffic at Silver Beach U.S. Rep. Walberg discusses plans for Dept. of Education oversight Lawton man facing felony contractor charge  and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: No one is hurt, and one man is receiving treatment, after a SWAT situation in St. Joseph Township on Sunday. A Lawton man is facing charges after police say he ripped off a family of more than $95,000 with false promises of contracting work.  Congressman Tim Walberg has been named the chair of the influential U.S. House Committee on Education and Workforce as the new Congress...