Napier construction completed months early; Pipestone intersection back open

One of the busiest intersections in Berrien County is back open. The road construction on Napier Avenue that closed the Pipestone Road intersection and restricted Napier traffic for about a mile wrapped up Thursday, more than three
Southwest Michigan lifeguards get training from Surf Rescue Project

The Great Lakes Surf Rescue Project is working to train lifeguards and others to help those who run into trouble while swimming in Lake Michigan. The group’s Bob Pratt tells us they held a training session for
Area elected officials push for local minimum wage

In Lansing Thursday, the House Labor Committee heard testimony both for and against a bill sponsored by State Representative Joey Andrews that would effectively allow local governments to set their own local minimum wage that’s higher than
Former Whirlpool Corp. Executive joins Ford Motor Company

Ford Motor Company announced this week that former Whirlpool Corporation executive Liz Door is joining to lead their Global Supply Chain Management team. In making the announcement, Ford representatives shared that Jonathan Jennings is retiring from his
South Haven’s 30th Harborfest This Weekend

South Haven’s Harborfest is set for Friday and Saturday. Rides, games, the Beer Garden, Food Fest and Craft Show all open at noon Friday, with live music at 5:30 pm from John Rush and 8 pm with
Lincoln Township Beach to be restored to former glory; more pickleball coming soon

Stevensville area residents who miss having access to Lincoln Township Beach could soon have reason to cheer. Lincoln Charter Township officials on Tuesday discussed a plan to revive the beach, which was closed in 2020 after high