MDOT planning work on M-139 for 2026, 2027
The Michigan Department of Transportation is planning to reconstruct a heavily traveled portion of M-139 in Benton Harbor and Benton Township starting next year. MDOT’s Nick Schirripa tells us the work will affect the area of Fairplain
School districts waiting for budget news out of Lansing
Schools around Southwest Michigan are anxiously awaiting news on the next state budget as lawmakers in Lansing continue negotiations. Berrien RESA Superintendent Eric Hoppstock tells us conversations are happening at districts all across the state as school
YMCA, Be Healthy Berrien helping small shops stock fresh produce
Four businesses in Southwest Michigan are helping residents in their area have access to healthier foods thanks to a partnership between the YMCA of Greater Michiana and Be Healthy Berrien. YMCA community wellness coordinator Jenny Geisler tells
Suicide Prevention Coalition planning ‘STAY; Your Story’s Not Over’ 5K for September 20
The Berrien County Suicide Prevention Coalition will hold its second annual 5K Run and Walk next month, and it’s inviting the whole community to come and help make a difference. Coalition Chair Brittany Frenchko tells us they
Target CEO to step down as sales remain sluggish
Target CEO Brian Cornell. The Walt Disney Company/Image Group LA via Getty Images (NEW YORK) — Target CEO Brian Cornell will step down early next year after more than a decade at the helm of the $107
Cornerstone Alliance exec recognized with 2025 Robert Sieghart Award
Greg King, director of economic development at Cornerstone Alliance, has received the 2025 Robert Sieghart Award from the Michigan Economic Developers Association. The award recognizes professionals who demonstrate vision, collaboration, and impact in strengthening communities across the
South Haven updates how electric rates are set
The South Haven City Council has approved an electric rate hike while making some changes to the way electric rates are set for the municipal utility. At a meeting on Monday, the council heard from Dawn Lund
South Haven Regional Business Hub to hold Leadership accelerator program
The South Haven Regional Business Hub is now taking applications for its 2025-26 Leadership Accelerator program, intended to help new entrepreneurs understand how to better manage their fledgling businesses. Regional Business Hub Board member Mike Neiss tells