Higher prices, fewer sales in Residential Real Estate Market in March
Southwest Michigan’s housing market sales in March plunged 14 percent compared to sales in March 2023. However, selling prices continue to rise to record levels in March, according to exclusive monthly preview numbers supplied only to MoodyOnTheMarket.com.
Habitat for Humanity ReSale store in South Haven being spruced up with new mural
A new mural will soon be painted on the side of a non-profit retail establishment in South Haven. Habitat for Humanity ReStore manager Ryan Jenkins tells us after opening about two years ago on 73rd Street, the
Rock Guitarist Zach Filkins Buying Karma Vista Winery
There’s been a quiet buzz for a while about a change coming to one of the well known wineries in Michigan’s Great Southwest. There’ll be new owners and a new name on top of the hill East
Music industry hometown hero honored in Benton Harbor
The city of Benton Harbor has honored a local music industry success. Commissioners this year named April 8 Carlton Mays Jr. Day to celebrate the work of Carlton Mays, otherwise known as CNOTE. He’s a record producer
BC Foundation Offers Matching Grant Challenge for Silver Beach Playground
There’s good news for those raising funds for the replacement of aging playground equipment at Silver Beach County Park. Berrien Community Foundation will match, dollar-for-dollar, up to $50,000 to replace the Silver Beach Playground equipment when the
Park work approved by SJ City Commissioners
There will be some work this year at a couple of parks in St. Joseph following action Monday by city commissioners. Commissioners approved spending $49,950 to repave the walking path at Milton Park and $12,000 to add
U.S. Sen. Stabenow honored for Alzheimer’s work
Senator Stabenow has received the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award from the Alzheimer’s Association for her work to find a cure for Alzheimer’s, fund research for this disease, and support people living with Alzheimer’s and their caregivers and
Positive signs emerge in West Michigan’s economy
A Grand Valley State University professor says there are modest signs of growth in West Michigan’s economy. A monthly survey conducted by a Grand Valley State University researcher indicates that area manufacturers and businesses are seeing signs
Build-Out Begins: KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship Starts Taking Shape at Harbor Shores
The Build Out begins today. Crews will begin ‘building a city’ at Harbor Shores Golf Club for the final KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship, set for May 23-26. There’ll be several significant ‘fan-friendly’ changes in the planned layout
April 27 Hog Roast in Three Oaks Supports Big Flag Day Parade in June
It’s said to be the biggest Flag Day Parade in America, right here in Michigan’s Great Southwest, in Three Oaks. And it doesn’t happen without major effort and at major expense. Part of that Three Oaks Flag
Galley Grill New Location in Former Rios & Popeyes at Exit 23
Local social media restaurant sites can rest easy… one of their major speculation points has been put to rest! The Galley Grill has announced its ‘landing spot’. The popular breakfast restaurant that closed last week in the
Former Whirlpool exec leaves new role; prior departure potential signal of WHR transformation
Last September, Moody on the Market reported a story about former Whirlpool Corporation top executive Joe Liotine joining Milwaukee-based Briggs & Stratton as the new Chief Executive Officer. Apparently, the union was not a good fit. We’re
Dowagiac represented (again) on Jeopardy!
A Dowagiac woman returned to the popular game show Jeopardy! Tuesday night. Dowagiac resident Jennifer Quail, an author and wine-tasting consultant was a contestant in the 2024 Jeopardy Invitational Tournament. She has previously appeared and won big
LMC Offers New Students a ‘Jump Start’ in Red Hawks Rise Summer Program
Lake Michigan College is offering its Red Hawks Rise Summer Bridge Program to help 2024 graduating high school seniors and other incoming students prepare for the demands of college life. The free, immersive, 12-day, non-residential program provides
Benton Township approves fundraiser license, permit for cidery addition
The Benton Township Board of Trustees has approved requests from several businesses and non-profits for special events or additions. At this week’s meeting, trustees granted a charitable gaming license to the Friends of Berrien County Animal Control
Lake Michigan College VP named to Stellar 50
The National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA) has named Lake Michigan College Vice President of Student Affairs Dr. Linwood B. Whitten to its prestigious Black Diaspora Knowledge Community Stellar 50. College officials say this is an
Downtown Buchanan preparing for 2024 Chili Walk
If you’re looking to spice up your Thursday night dinner plans, you might drop in to Buchanan’s Chili Walk happening April 11. The Buchanan Area Chamber of Commerce says local businesses and organizations will square off to
Daily Dose Coffee Co. Lands on Lions Park Drive
There’s a new ‘coffee place’ on the edge of downtown St. Joseph, right on the way to and from Silver Beach. Ashlee Blakeman has opened her ‘Daily Dose Coffee Co.’ at 800 Lions Park Drive—the corner of
Whirlpool Corporation finalizes EMEA transaction; sells Middle East and Africa interests
Whirlpool Corporation has officially closed on its transaction that transfers most of its European business operations to a new company venture formed with Turkish multinational home appliances manufacturer Arcelik, owner of the appliance brands Beko and Grundig.
SMC Chemistry Students Make Presentations at New Orleans Conference
Five Southwestern Michigan College students presented at the Spring 2024 American Chemical Society national meeting in New Orleans last week. In a rare opportunity for community-college students, Mitzy Grana Diaz, Hartford; Alex Foster, Baroda; Katie Lull, Marcellus;