Benton Township announces blight elimination initiative
Benton Township has announced a new push to eliminate blight throughout the community. Last fall, the township updated its blight rules to make some violations civil infractions rather than criminal matters. That was to make it easier
Ribbon cut for new fitness court in Benton Harbor
The ribbon has been cut on the new Benton Harbor Fitness Court. Representatives of several partners gathered for the celebration Monday after about four years of work to get the equipment installed at 110 Water Street, just
Maritime Museum Hosts Performance on Great Lakes Female Lighthouse Keepers
The Michigan Maritime Museum will be hosting writer and performer Kamryn Marck Friday, June 20th from 6:30-7:30pm as she shares her passion for the history of female lighthouse keepers in her performance, Women of the Watch, Keepers
Benton Harbor School Board to hold second interviews with three superintendent candidates
Three finalists have been selected for second round interviews to be the next superintendent of Benton Harbor Area Schools. The board of education says five were interviewed for the job on Saturday. Coming back on June 24
40 employers in region get training grants thru Michigan Works
Michigan Works! Berrien, Cass, Van Buren has secured $2.26M in competitive grants from the State of Michigan’s Going PRO Talent Fund to help 40 local employers enhance their workforce. The grants awarded provide funds to local employers
Corey Carolla new owner of Waterfront Framing & Fashion as Valerie Byrnes resumes Chamber career
Waterfront Framing and Fashion owner Valerie Byrnes has filled in the details on the future of her growing downtown St. Joseph shop, as she prepares to return to the Chamber of Commerce world, heading the chamber in
Honor CU seeks 40 teachers with winning ideas in annual classroom awards
Honor Credit Union has launched its 16th Annual Teacher Awards, continuing its commitment to celebrating and supporting educators across Michigan. This year, 40 teachers will each receive a $500 Amazon digital gift card to help bring their