Bridgman High School places 15th out of Michigan high schools in new rankings
U.S. News and World Report is out with its latest rankings of high schools around the country, and placing the highest in Southwest Michigan is Bridgman High School. The publication ranked Bridgman 15th in the state, moving
Hobby Lobby poised for opening–any day now
It depends on who you talk to, or what website you look at–but it appears that Hobby Lobby is on the brink of opening its new Benton Township store in the former Target location on Fairplain Drive.
County leaders now looking at potential creation of a transit authority
The Berrien County Board of Commissioners is now discussing the possibility of creating a countywide transit authority as leaders at the Twin Cities Area Transportation Authority seek help continuing bus services for residents. We reported this week
Cornerstone Alliance Launches Countywide Housing Study to Support Business Growth, Workforce Needs
Cornerstone Alliance has officially launched a comprehensive Housing Needs Assessment for Berrien County in partnership with Bowen National Research, a nationally respected housing analysis firm. The five-month study is designed to provide countywide data and insights that
Corewell Health ™, with Lakeland Care Network, Offers Community Flu Clinics in Southwest Michigan
Corewell Health™, in collaboration with Lakeland Care Network, is offering influenza (flu) vaccines to adults 18 years and older at drive-thru and walk-in clinics throughout Southwest Michigan. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends a yearly
MDOT seeking to get out of the way for Labor Day weekend
Labor Day weekend is about here, and the Michigan Department of Transportation is doing what it can to help drivers hitting the road. Spokesperson Nick Schirripa tells us MDOT is suspending road work where possible. “We do
Fed Governor Lisa Cook sues Trump over attempted ouster
Drew Angerer/Getty Images (WASHINGTON) — Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook sued President Donald Trump on Thursday over his move to fire her, saying she should retain her position as a top policymaker at the central bank. The
LMC Police Academy cadets recognized during graduation ceremony
Thirteen recruits were recognized for successful completion of the 2025 Lake Michigan College Police Academy during a graduation ceremony held Wednesday in the LMC Mendel Center Jenkins Theatre on the College’s Benton Harbor campus. Graduates completed the
Woman honored by Van Buren County Commissioners as she nears 100th birthday
The Van Buren County Board of Commissioners has honored a South Haven woman as she nears her 100th birthday. Speaking to the board this week, Commissioner Gail Patterson Gladney said she was taught Sunday school by 99-year-old
Michigan Flywheelers Museum’s 42nd annual Antique Engine and Tractor Show next weekend
The Michigan Flywheelers Museum’s 42nd annual Antique Engine and Tractor Show is set for next week in South Haven. Flywheelers Museum President Pat Ingalls tells us the four-day event will feature parades, entertainment, activities for the kids,