St. Joseph harbor closed to commercial vessels; emergency dredging needed

Unexpected changes likely caused by recent weather have shut down a southwest Michigan port. The St. Joseph harbor is closed to commercial vessels until further notice after the carrier ship Manitowoc encountered shoaling conditions last Thursday in
Cornerstone Says FLEX Event was a Success, Will Return in March

Cornerstone Alliance, Berrien County’s lead economic development agency, hosted an exclusive luncheon for women in business at bread+bar on Friday, October 21, 2022. After a successful inaugural FLEX event in March, held in recognition of National Women’s
New play café to host ribbon cutting this week in St. Joseph

A new business aiming to bring families together is nearly ready to open in southwest Michigan. The Little Things Play Café is set to host ribbon cutting ceremony with the Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber and Think Tank
‘Tis The Season Craft Show Returns to Barbott Farms & Greenhouse in November

In 2020, Cindy Alexander opened ‘Cindy’s Craft Corner’, her own traveling small business that specializes in wood home decor signs. Seasonal colors, holiday greetings, and personalized designs adorn her creations, and you’ve seen her set up shop
Jennifer Patrick New VP of Member Experience at Honor Credit Union

Honor Credit Union is announcing the hire of Jennifer Patrick as VP of Member Experience. With 17 years in the credit union industry, Patrick is no stranger to the credit union, its values, and its mission to
South Haven Rotary Announces Grant to ‘Center For the Arts’

The South Haven Rotary Club and the South Haven Center for the Arts are announcing the presentation of a $2,500.00 grant to support the Center’s education and outreach programming in the coming year. The grant was presented
Today is Deadline for Voter Registration for Mid-Term Election November 8

From the Michigan Secretary of State’s Office: Today, Oct. 24, is the last day for Michigan residents to register to vote online or by mail for the Nov. 8 general election. Eligible Michigan citizens can register online
Berrien County Broadband Survey Completed, Shows Surprising Dead Zones

The results are in from a parcel-by-parcel survey of broadband availability in Berrien County, and now local governments can use the detailed data to seek support for expanded broadband. DCS Technology did the study for the county,
Exhibit at Box Factory Asks “What Defines You?”, Starting November 11

What defines you? is the question members of the Berrien Artist Guild will be answering in the Box Factory for the Arts last exhibits of 2022. Artwork in all media will be on exhibit in all four galleries