$1 million endowment announced for Dowagiac history museum
A $1 million endowment has been announced for the Dowagiac Area History Museum. Michigan Gateway Community Foundation President Michael Rowland tells us the Lyons Family, of Lyons Industries, has made a $100,000 a year for ten years
Andrews joins Labor Caucus to announce new unemployment legislation
A group of Michigan lawmakers, including state Representative Joey Andrews has announced a new package of legislation intended to protect unemployment benefits and expand unemployment rights. The House Labor Caucus on Thursday unveiled eight bills that Andrews
Michigan’s Hospital Revenue Ranks 32nd Nationally — But the Numbers Raise More Questions Than Answers
Michigan hospitals bring in less revenue per resident than the U.S. average, according to a new analysis of Medicare data. But whether that means lower costs for patients, greater efficiency in the system, or something else entirely
Berrien County leaders considering options in event of state government shutdown
The Berrien County Board of Commissioners is taking steps to ensure the county is prepared if there’s a state government shutdown on October 1. Commissioner Jim Curran tells us the Administration Committee discussed the issue this week
End of the swimming season: DNR removes buoys from state parks
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has removed the swim buoys from most state parks around the Great Lakes for the season. DNR Plainwell District Supervisor Pat Whalen tells us that’s the sign it’s time to stop
M-63 Hangars Bringing Convenient Luxury Storage to ‘close in’ location
St. Joseph and Benton Harbor will soon have a new, upscale option for storing RVs, boats, collector cars, and other prized possessions. M-63 Hangars (aviation-themed garages), now under construction at the corner of Enterprise Way and M-63
Michigan unemployment rate edges down in August
Michigan’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate declined slightly in August, falling by one-tenth of a percentage point to 5.2 percent, according to data released Thursday by the Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget. State officials reported that
Members sought for new work groups looking to increase recycling in region
The Southwest Michigan Planning Commission is seeking volunteers for some work groups being set up to help establish waste management policies for Berrien, Cass, and Van Buren counties. Associate planner Bekah Schrag tells us the goal is