On the Docket Books And Gifts Grand Re-Opening Next Week
The newly renovated On the Docket Books and Gifts shop at the Berrien County Historical Association is ready to host a ribbon cutting and celebration. They’re show off all the new improvements with an event next week.
Volunteer Day Coming Up At Warren Dunes
There will be a volunteer stewardship day at Warren Dunes State Park this weekend. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources says everyone is invited to help remove bittersweet, autumn olive, honeysuckle, and other invasive plants on Saturday.
Former Vineland Center Could Host Indoor Recreation Facility
The St. Joseph Township Board of Trustees next week will consider a proposal to turn the currently vacant Vineland Center into an indoor recreation and family center. Township Manager Denise Cook tells us the township planning commission
MDOT Facing Plow Driver Shortage In Southwest Michigan
Heading into the winter months, the Michigan Department of Transportation is facing a shortage of plow drivers. Spokesperson Nick Schirripa tells WSJM News in the southwest Michigan region, they’re about 34 drivers down from their normal staffing
State Health Officials Concerned About COVID Hospitalizations
Michigan hospitals are getting help from the federal government to support medical staff amid an increase in COVID-19 cases, and a staff shortage that has been made worse by the pandemic. Elizabeth Hertel, director of the Michigan
Holiday Village Returning To Bridgman
The city of Bridgman will bring back its downtown Holiday Village this month. The Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber tells us more: Holiday Village is set to return to downtown Bridgman on Saturday, December 11th. The event, which
Michigan Nonprofit Association Names New President
The Michigan Nonprofit Association has announced a new leader. It says Kelley Kuhn, the current vice president, will move into the role of president. The MNA tells us more: The Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA) today announced its
Sunset Coast Provisions in Cassopolis – Consider a Natural Solution
Are you tired of the side effects and expense of traditional medications to treat chronic pain, anxiety, PTSD, and many other ailments? At Sunset Coast Provisions, they explain that Cannabis is a very natural alternative to traditional
Regional Unemployment Rates Fell In October
The Michigan Department of Technology, Management, and Budget has released the latest unemployment data for the state. It finds unemployment dropped around Michigan in October. The department gives us the full scoop: Not seasonally adjusted jobless rates
Sessions To Hear Climate Change Workgroup Recommendations Start Today
A state workgroup tasked with developing recommendations for how Michigan can respond to climate change will start holding some public sessions for people to learn more. The Michigan Department of Energy, Great Lakes and the Environment gives
Groups Raise Awareness For Heating Help, Weatherization Options
As cold weather moves in, state agencies are working to make sure Michiganders know how to apply for the Michigan Energy Assistance Program if they think they might struggle with their heating bills this winter. MEAP helps