Benton Harbor Public Safety warns of increasing car thefts, car break-ins
The Benton Harbor Department of Public Safety is warning everyone that vehicle thefts have been on the rise lately. The department says there have been 15 stolen or recovered vehicles in the city alone since June 15.
County approves ordinance changes to help police respond to issues at Silver Beach County Park
The Berrien County Board of Commissioners has approved some amendments to the county’s parks ordinance to make it easier for the sheriff’s department to maintain order at Silver Beach. With three fights so far this year that
MDOT explains Bicentennial Bridge closure
The Bicentennial Bridge between St. Joseph and Benton Harbor is once again open to vehicle traffic after being shut down all Independence Day weekend. The Michigan Department of Transportation got traffic moving again on the bridge early
Lake Breeze at Sunset moving indoors to LMC on Saturday
Apparently the lake breeze on Saturday is raising the potential for stormy weather Saturday night. The probability is high enough that organizers of the Lake Breeze at Sunset Music Festival have moved the show indoors to the
LMC seeks to streamline emergency aid process for students
Lake Michigan College is developing a new system to help students who find themselves facing financial emergencies that could cause them to stop coming to classes or drop out. LMC Director of Student Well Being Leslie Navarro
Kellogg’s sold to Ferrero/Nutella: What does it mean for West Michigan?
While it is outside of our immediate Michigan’s Great Southwest region, Kellogg’s is an iconic name in Michigan business. It’s position in the Battle Creek area is as large, if not larger, than Whirlpool’s presence here in
Artists excited to head to St. Joseph for the Krasl Art Fair
172 artists from all over the country are coming to St. Joseph this weekend for the Krasl Art Fair on the Bluff, and that includes artists from right here in Southwest Michigan. Tom Freier is based in
Bryan Lubeck Brings “Echoes of Barcelona” to the Acorn Theater This Saturday Night
Southwest Michigan’s own internationally-acclaimed guitarist Bryan Lubeck returns to familiar ground this Saturday, July 12, bringing his brand-new live show Echoes of Barcelona to the Acorn Theater in Three Oaks. Known for his smooth jazz success on
Shop & Shore Trolley starts rolling for Art Fair weekend
A celebration was held this morning formally marking the launch of the new Shop & Shore Trolley in St. Joseph. Organizers call it the easiest way to explore St. Joseph this summer. And yes, it’s free, air-conditioned,
LMC highlights honor students from Spring Semester
Lake Michigan College has announced the names of students recognized for academic achievement during the 2025 Spring semester. There were 69 students named to the President’s List, achieving a 4.0 GPA at full-time status. The Dean’s List,