County departments may be told to trim unfilled positions

The Berrien County Board of Commissioners started work on the next county budget this week, and one thing it’s going to be considering is a possible loss of revenue due to changes in the taxable value of
And the Golden Acorn award goes to… LMC!

The Berrien Community Foundation has honored Lake Michigan College with its Golden Acorn Award. The recognition was announced during the foundation’s 73rd annual meeting. “Each year we recognize an organization that goes above and beyond to serve
Social Security unveils cost-of-living adjustment for 2026. Here’s what to know.

Stock image of a social security card alongside US dollars. (Tetra Images/STOCK PHOTO/Getty Images) (NEW YORK) — Social security benefits will rise 2.8% starting in January, amounting to an additional $56 per month for 75 million recipients,
Everyone invited to St. Joe Kickers Club Oktoberfest event Saturday

The St. Joe Kickers Sport Club will hold an Oktoberfest celebration this Saturday, and it’s inviting everyone to come and make merry. Kickers Club President Neil Harris tells us they’re going to have live German music, traditional German
Inflation climbs to highest level since January, beef prices soar

Vegetables on display in a grocery store, August 15, 2025 in Delray Beach, Florida. (Joe Raedle/Getty Images) (NEW YORK) — Consumer prices rose 3% in September compared to a year ago, extending a monthslong uptick that has
Chamber, SW MI REALTORS® back Lake Michigan College millage renewals

Two major business organizations are backing Lake Michigan College’s millage renewals on the November 4 ballot, calling them essential to the region’s workforce and economic growth. The Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber and the Southwestern Michigan Association of