Faith leaders hold rally of solidarity for immigrants, Minneapolis

It was a packed house at First Congregational Church in St. Joseph on Wednesday night as Interfaith Action of Southwest Michigan held a solidarity rally for Minneapolis and the immigrant community. Interfaith Action teamed up with Southwest
Benton Harbor Commissioners approve tax transfer

Benton Harbor City Commissioners have approved an emergency transfer of $420,000 in city income tax money to the general fund to continue funding regular operations. On Monday, commissioners narrowly rejected City Manager Alex Little’s request for the
Bipartisan legislation seeking to prevent foreclosure scams

Bipartisan legislation from state Representatives Brad Paquette and Joey Andrews has been introduced in the Michigan House to protect people facing foreclosure from getting scammed out of their properties. We’ve reported on the scam that involves bad
St. Joseph Commissioners table resolution supporting international fossil fuel non-proliferation treaty

St. Joseph City Commissioners have tabled a resolution supporting an international fossil fuel non-proliferation treaty while they study more ways its passage could result in local action. Speaking at a commission meeting this week, Communications Director Kayla
How about a trip to South Haven for Valentine’s Day?

Visit South Haven is encouraging couples to head to the area for Valentine’s Day, offering a special bundle deal to those who stay overnight. Visit South Haven Director Jennifer Sistrunk tells us the Valentine’s Day Date Night
St. Joseph Township to hold hearing on grant for possible land acquisition

The St. Joseph Township Board of Trustees has scheduled a public hearing for more discussion about the possible acquisition of property for a proposed youth sports park at Maiden Lane and Hollywood Road. We reported back in
South Haven ReStore to close at end of February

Lakeshore Habitat for Humanity has announced it will permanently close its South Haven ReStore location at the end of the month. In an official statement, the organization said the closure will take effect February 28, 2026. The