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Southwest Michigan’s Afternoon News for 11-06-25See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big election wins for education; state police food drive: WSJM Afternoon News 11-05-25See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big election wins for education; state police food drive: WSJM Afternoon News 11-05-25See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big election wins for education; state police food drive: WSJM Afternoon News 11-05-25See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Southwest Michigan’s Afternoon News for 11-04-25See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Southwest Michigan’s Afternoon News for 11-04-25See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Southwest Michigan’s Afternoon News for 11-04-25See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Southwest Michigan’s Afternoon News for 11-03-25See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Southwest Michigan’s Afternoon News for 11-03-25See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Southwest Michigan’s Afternoon News for 11-03-25See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 31...Monica Miller presents Afternoon News in English.

Southwest Michigan’s Afternoon News for 10-31-25See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Southwest Michigan’s Afternoon News for 10-31-25See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Southwest Michigan’s Afternoon News for 10-31-25See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 29...Monica Miller presents Afternoon News in English.

A package of legislation from state Representative Pauline Wendzel intended to bolster development of the nuclear industry in Michigan has been approved by the state House. Leaders at Benton Harbor's Dial A Ride service are expecting some effects on the bottom line from a crash involving a Dial A ride bus this month. The city of St. Joseph has formally been granted Certified status as a Redevelopment Ready Community with an award presented by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation this week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A package of legislation from state Representative Pauline Wendzel intended to bolster development of the nuclear industry in Michigan has been approved by the state House. Leaders at Benton Harbor's Dial A Ride service are expecting some effects on the bottom line from a crash involving a Dial A ride bus this month. The city of St. Joseph has formally been granted Certified status as a Redevelopment Ready Community with an award presented by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation this week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 28...Monica Miller presents Afternoon News in English.

A package of legislation from state Representative Pauline Wendzel intended to bolster development of the nuclear industry in Michigan has been approved by the state House. Leaders at Benton Harbor's Dial A Ride service are expecting some effects on the bottom line from a crash involving a Dial A ride bus this month. The city of St. Joseph has formally been granted Certified status as a Redevelopment Ready Community with an award presented by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation this week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new plan is being proposed for the use of the Nye's Apple Barn property on Niles Road in St. Joseph Township. With a pause in SNAP benefits set to begin on Saturday, New Heights CCDA is launching its annual fundraiser for its Community Food Network. A former employee of Lawton Public Schools is facing charges for allegedly embezzling district funds. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new plan is being proposed for the use of the Nye's Apple Barn property on Niles Road in St. Joseph Township. With a pause in SNAP benefits set to begin on Saturday, New Heights CCDA is launching its annual fundraiser for its Community Food Network. A former employee of Lawton Public Schools is facing charges for allegedly embezzling district funds. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new plan is being proposed for the use of the Nye's Apple Barn property on Niles Road in St. Joseph Township. With a pause in SNAP benefits set to begin on Saturday, New Heights CCDA is launching its annual fundraiser for its Community Food Network. A former employee of Lawton Public Schools is facing charges for allegedly embezzling district funds. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 27...Monica Miller presents Afternoon News in English.

Unit 2 of the Cook nuclear power plant is now back online after a 35-day refueling outage. The federal government has put out notice that Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits will not be distributed on November 1 as the shutdown continues, and food pantries in southwest Michigan are expecting to feel the effects. The Niles Scream Park is offering something new this Thursday and Friday evening for Halloween.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Unit 2 of the Cook nuclear power plant is now back online after a 35-day refueling outage. The federal government has put out notice that Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits will not be distributed on November 1 as the shutdown continues, and food pantries in southwest Michigan are expecting to feel the effects. The Niles Scream Park is offering something new this Thursday and Friday evening for Halloween.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: A former detective for the Lincoln Township Police Department has been charged with several felonies for allegedly falsifying salvage vehicle inspections. The next Berrien County Land Auction will be Friday, October 31. The South Haven Area Recreation Authority has officially acquired the Riverwoods property, a 50-acre site located in South Haven Township along the Black River and the Kal-Haven Trail.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: A former detective for the Lincoln Township Police Department has been charged with several felonies for allegedly falsifying salvage vehicle inspections. The next Berrien County Land Auction will be Friday, October 31. The South Haven Area Recreation Authority has officially acquired the Riverwoods property, a 50-acre site located in South Haven Township along the Black River and the Kal-Haven Trail.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: We're learning more about the human and sex trafficking bust made by the Berrien County Sheriff's Department on Wednesday. A settlement has been reached in a long running lawsuit between the office of the Berrien County Drain Commissioner and the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy. The Berrien County Board of Commissioners is no longer considering a resolution asking the Michigan Department of Transportation to change its plan for the reconstruction of Main Street in St. Joseph in 2027. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: We're learning more about the human and sex trafficking bust made by the Berrien County Sheriff's Department on Wednesday. A settlement has been reached in a long running lawsuit between the office of the Berrien County Drain Commissioner and the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy. The Berrien County Board of Commissioners is no longer considering a resolution asking the Michigan Department of Transportation to change its plan for the reconstruction of Main Street in St. Joseph in 2027. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: A groundbreaking ceremony has been held for the new Corner at Wall Street Apartments in Benton Harbor, a mixed-use housing and commercial development intended to offer supportive services for residents. A new home has been found for Present Pillars in Benton Harbor. The Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber and the Greater Niles Chamber of Commerce have announced a new partnership to bolster economic development in the area while better serving member businesses.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: A groundbreaking ceremony has been held for the new Corner at Wall Street Apartments in Benton Harbor, a mixed-use housing and commercial development intended to offer supportive services for residents. A new home has been found for Present Pillars in Benton Harbor. The Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber and the Greater Niles Chamber of Commerce have announced a new partnership to bolster economic development in the area while better serving member businesses.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Former Baroda-Lake Township Police Chief Shawn Martin has charged with embezzlement, several months after being placed on administrative leave. A new entertainment venue could be coming to the Arts District in Benton Harbor. A school bus owned by Bloomingdale Public Schools has been recovered and returned to the district after it was stolen early Tuesday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Former Baroda-Lake Township Police Chief Shawn Martin has charged with embezzlement, several months after being placed on administrative leave. A new entertainment venue could be coming to the Arts District in Benton Harbor. A school bus owned by Bloomingdale Public Schools has been recovered and returned to the district after it was stolen early Tuesday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: The Palisades nuclear power plant has received its first delivery of fuel since 2022 as the project to restart the plant gets closer to completion. We're about two weeks away from the November elections, and Berrien County voters will some a few big questions to decide. The city of St. Joseph is planning a workshop for this week to explain a development tool it's seeking to bring back to the downtown area after a roughly 30-year absence.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: The Palisades nuclear power plant has received its first delivery of fuel since 2022 as the project to restart the plant gets closer to completion. We're about two weeks away from the November elections, and Berrien County voters will some a few big questions to decide. The city of St. Joseph is planning a workshop for this week to explain a development tool it's seeking to bring back to the downtown area after a roughly 30-year absence.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: More Berrien County municipalities are taking a look at a potential ballot proposal that could be considered by Michigan voters next year and warning its approval would be a bad idea. The Berrien County Sheriff's Department is entering into a partnership with Corewell Health and Harbortown Treatment Center to provide opioid addiction treatment to inmates at the Berrien County Jail as part of the department's new MAT program. The city of Buchanan's $19 million downtown infrastructure project is almost finished, and the community is getting ready to celebrate. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: More Berrien County municipalities are taking a look at a potential ballot proposal that could be considered by Michigan voters next year and warning its approval would be a bad idea. The Berrien County Sheriff's Department is entering into a partnership with Corewell Health and Harbortown Treatment Center to provide opioid addiction treatment to inmates at the Berrien County Jail as part of the department's new MAT program. The city of Buchanan's $19 million downtown infrastructure project is almost finished, and the community is getting ready to celebrate. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: The Berrien County Board of Commissioners is considering a resolution making some requests of the Michigan Department of Transportation as it plans to rebuild Main Street in St. Joseph in 2027. A controlled deer hunt is being planned for Love Creek County Park in Berrien Center next month. Lincoln Township has received another positive audit report. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: The Berrien County Board of Commissioners is considering a resolution making some requests of the Michigan Department of Transportation as it plans to rebuild Main Street in St. Joseph in 2027. A controlled deer hunt is being planned for Love Creek County Park in Berrien Center next month. Lincoln Township has received another positive audit report. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Whirlpool has announced a plan to invest $300 million in two of its U.S. manufacturing plants as part of an effort to grow its American manufacturing footprint. There are some improvements in the works for Hagar Park and Beach. The committee tasked with finding a new manager for Lincoln Township will be meeting with some potential candidates in the coming week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Whirlpool has announced a plan to invest $300 million in two of its U.S. manufacturing plants as part of an effort to grow its American manufacturing footprint. There are some improvements in the works for Hagar Park and Beach. The committee tasked with finding a new manager for Lincoln Township will be meeting with some potential candidates in the coming week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Retired Berrien County Sheriff Paul Bailey is speaking out in support of the Lake Michigan College millage renewals set to be on the ballot next month. Corewell Health is rolling out a new enhanced text messaging system. No charges will be filed following the threat that led to the cancellation of last Friday's football game between Benton Harbor and Berrien Springs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Retired Berrien County Sheriff Paul Bailey is speaking out in support of the Lake Michigan College millage renewals set to be on the ballot next month. Corewell Health is rolling out a new enhanced text messaging system. No charges will be filed following the threat that led to the cancellation of last Friday's football game between Benton Harbor and Berrien Springs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Present Pillars in Benton Harbor has honored several men who have helped make the community a better place in the past year with its third annual Pillar Awards Gala, held on Saturday at the Four Winds Casino. Southwestern Michigan College will hold in-person, on-campus interviews with its three finalists for college president this month. Benton Township Police Chief Greg Abrams is hoping to help prevent gun violence in the community with some of the things he learned at the 2025 Gun Violence Intervention Summit in Lansing last week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Present Pillars in Benton Harbor has honored several men who have helped make the community a better place in the past year with its third annual Pillar Awards Gala, held on Saturday at the Four Winds Casino. Southwestern Michigan College will hold in-person, on-campus interviews with its three finalists for college president this month. Benton Township Police Chief Greg Abrams is hoping to help prevent gun violence in the community with some of the things he learned at the 2025 Gun Violence Intervention Summit in Lansing last week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Berrien Community Foundation has announced $270,000 in grants to community organizations throughout the county as it held its 73rd Annual Meeting and Celebration on Thursday night. More than 1,000 teachers from across Berrien County gathered at St. Joseph High School on Friday for a professional development conference partly organized by Berrien RESA. Berrien County has reached an agreement with the Southwest Michigan Regional Airport to help keep Euclid Avenue clear for traffic during the winter after an issue was brought to the county's attention by New Heights CCDA. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Berrien County's transit committee is set to meet later this month to discuss how a regional transportation system might be created after the Michigan Department of Transportation indicated it wants a replacement to be found for the Twin Cities Area Transportation Authority, or TCATA. Berrien County may have found a buyer for a 36-acre property it owns in Three Oaks. A Niles man has been arrested and charged in connection with racially motivated graffiti found at a barbershop earlier this year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: There's an election for St. Joseph City Commission next month, and perhaps the biggest issue will be paid parking. After the city's unpopular rollout of a paid parking program downtown back in May, and its later suspension, we've chatted with all six candidates to learn their position on the issue. With a lawsuit now filed by the Michigan Cannabis Industry Association against the state's new 24% wholesale tax on marijuana products, what are marijuana retailers in Southwest Michigan saying? An 89-year-old Lake Township woman is dead following a two-vehicle crash Wednesday morning on Red Arrow Highway. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Benton Harbor City Commissioners have approved a plan for the restoration of wildlife habitat in Ox Creek. There are changes coming to the Women’s Business Center at Cornerstone Alliance. Now on display at the South Haven Center for the Arts is this year’s juried exhibition, "The Ghosts that Linger."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: The St. Joseph Township Board of Trustees is considering a brownfield financing plan for a residential development planned at the site of the former Berrien Hills Country Club off Napier Avenue. There's a new director on the job at the Southwest Michigan Regional Airport. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and the Berrien County Health Department is reminding women of the importance of regular screenings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.