Ox Creek revitalization project in Benton Harbor receives award

The city of Benton Harbor has received an award for its ongoing Ox Creek restoration project. Speaking to city commissioners on Monday, city Waterfront Restoration and Revitalization Project Manager Dane Rasmussen said the Great Lakes and St.
Bridgman Open Air Market returns on Mother’s Day

The Bridgman Open Air Market will reopen for the season this Sunday, Mother’s Day. Market secretary Chelsea Hull tells us the weekly market has been held in the parking lot behind United Federal Credit Union at Lake
BCF taking Heart of Cook grant applications

Applications are now being accepted for the Heart of Cook grant program, which supports nonprofits across Southwest Michigan and Northwest Indiana. The Berrien Community Foundation administers the program, which is funded by the Cook Nuclear Power Plant.
SJPS Foundation Announces Scholarship Recipients
The SJPS Foundation Board of Directors has announced its 2026 Foundation Scholarship Recipients. Each student has been awarded a $5,000 college scholarship to be used for tuition, fees, books and on-campus housing. Each scholarship committee is composed
Flywheelers planning unusual sale event: ‘Petals & Power Tools’

The Michigan Flywheelers Museum is gearing up to host a unique fundraiser titled “Petals and Power Tools,” on Saturday, May 23, 2026 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Community members are invited to sell, buy and swap
St. Joseph Saturday – Blossomtime Parade Day – Traffic & Parking Advisory

It must be Blossomtime Parade week! The annual advisory on street closures, traffic detours and parking has been issued by St. Joseph Public Safety Director Steve Neubecker. It is provided here, in full, for your planning for
St. Joe Kickers excited to ‘kickoff’ 73rd season this month

The St. Joe Kickers will open their 73rd soccer season on May 21 at their home field near Berrien Center when they host the South Bend Unathletics. St. Joe Kickers Sport Director Christopher Haack tells us it’s
1st Salon Suite Concept in SJ: Indie Creative Rooms Targets Summer Opening

When Mandy McDonald began charting her professional career as a stylist and salon owner, she had the help of a friend who provided the space for her to launch her dream. Now, she is paying that forward
Travel Michigan kicks off National Travel and Tourism Week with event in South Haven

Tourism leaders from across Michigan gathered Monday in South Haven to kick off National Travel and Tourism Week, highlighting the industry’s role in driving the state’s economy. Nick Nerbonne with Travel Michigan tells us this year’s theme