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Berrien County’s only homeless shelter raising money for repair
BERRIEN COUNTY — Emergency Shelter Services runs the only women and family homeless shelter in Berrien County. Right now, the road in front of the ... Read more
7 hours ago by Christina Clark.

Spectrum Health Lakeland, Berrien County Health Department give joint update on COVID-19 immunizations, numbers
BERRIEN COUNTY — In a joint Facebook Live today between the Berrien County Health Department and Spectrum Health Lakeland, BCHD Communications Manager Gillian Conrad said ... Read more
9 hours ago by Christina Clark.

Michigan indoor dining to resume Feb. 1 with restrictions
MICHIGAN – On Friday morning, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced indoor dining can resume on Feb. 1. The order also allows for concessions at casinos, movie ... Read more
13 hours ago by Staff Report.

Lakeland, health department seeking COVID-19 vaccination volunteers
BERRIEN COUNTY – The Berrien County Health Department and Spectrum Health Lakeland are seeking volunteers to assist at upcoming community COVID-19 vaccination clinics and/or support ... Read more
13 hours ago by Submitted.

New Berrien County prosecutor eyes crime prevention, support services
BERRIEN COUNTY – Steven Pierangeli gets texts and emails each day about violence and crimes happening throughout Berrien County. “I get texts every morning about ... Read more
14 hours ago by Christina Clark.

COVID-19 UPDATE: Berrien, Van Buren counties report new COVID-19 deaths
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — Berrien and Van Buren counties have reported new COVID-19 deaths, according to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. As of ... Read more
1 day ago by Staff Report.

Slow vaccine rollout hinders southwest Michigan distribution
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — Last week, Cassopolis resident Jim Bronke sat down at this computer and decided he was ready to get the COVID-19 vaccine. At ... Read more
1 day ago by Sarah Culton.
Berrien County vaccine supplies remain limited, residents urged to have continued patience
BERRIEN COUNTY – The Berrien County Health Department and Spectrum Health Lakeland continue to provide COVID-19 vaccinations to those who are eligible and interested as quickly as ... Read more
1 day ago by Submitted.

Cocaine, pistol discovered in search warrant on Phoenix Street in Niles
NILES — A Niles man was arrested on drug charges Wednesday after the Southwest Drug Enforcement Team followed up on a tip of suspected narcotics ... Read more
2 days ago by Staff Report.

COVID-19 UPDATE: Berrien County reports one new COVID-19 death
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — Berrien County reported one new COVID-19 death Wednesday, according to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. As of Wednesday, Berrien ... Read more
2 days ago by Staff Report.

Berrien County launching survey to investigate broadband connectivity
BERRIEN COUNTY – Throughout the past 10 months, internet access has played an even larger role in how residents conduct their day to day lives. ... Read more
2 days ago by Christina Clark.
Honor Credit Union to award 23 high school seniors with $1,000 scholarship
BERRIEN SPRINGS — Honor Credit Union recently announced it will support local outstanding high school seniors with the annual Honor Credit Union Community Commitment Scholarship. ... Read more
2 days ago by Submitted.

COVID-19 UPDATE: Michigan reports 540,115 cases, 13,865 deaths
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — As of Tuesday, Cass County reported 3,265 confirmed COVID-19 cases and 53 deaths, according to the Michigan Department of Health and Human ... Read more
3 days ago by Submitted.

Short notice of MDHHS orders creates hurdle for southwest Michigan restaurants
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN – Last week, restaurant owners and residents were eager to enjoy a plated meal in a return to normal. Instead, they were told ... Read more
4 days ago by Christina Clark.

COVID-19 UPDATE: Cass County reports new COVID-19 deaths
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — Cass County reported new COVID-19 deaths over the weekend, according to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. As of Monday, ... Read more
4 days ago by Staff Report.

LMC awards inaugural Spirit of MLK Spotlight honors
BENTON HARBOR — Lynn Todman, vice president of Health Equity at Spectrum Health Lakeland, Jada Willis, Miss Benton Harbor 2020, and the Race Relations Council ... Read more
4 days ago by Submitted.

Now is the Time” Martin Luther King Jr. celebration week begins at LMC
The Martin Luther King Jr. celebration week, titled “Now is the Time” has kicked off on Lake Michigan College’s website Monday morning. The event is ... Read more
4 days ago by Staff Report.

Blossomtime extends pageant season
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — The Blossomtime Festival Board of Directors recently announced the kickoff of its 2021 community pageants. Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the ... Read more
5 days ago by Submitted.

Niles restaurant receives community support for refusing to close indoor dining
NILES — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services may have extended the COVID-19 restrictions in Michigan through the end ... Read more
6 days ago by Max Harden.

COVID-19 UPDATE: Michigan reports 533,602 cases, 13,701 deaths
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — Friday, Cass County reported 3,224 confirmed COVID-19 cases and 51 deaths, according to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. Van ... Read more
1 week ago by Submitted.

Community partners come together for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN – Martin Luther King Jr. Day is Monday, and opportunities to participate in learning programs related to King and the civil rights movement ... Read more
1 week ago by Christina Clark.

Family, friends of victim respond to release of convicted murderer
NILES — Wednesday afternoon, Cindy Slates reflected on a rainy day in Pennsylvania. After driving hours from Niles for a Christian rock concert and camping ... Read more
1 week ago by Ambrosia Neldon.

COVID-19 UPDATE: Cass, Van Buren counties report new COVID-19 deaths
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN — Cass and Van Buren counties reported new COVID-19 deaths Thursday, according to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. Cass County ... Read more
1 week ago by Staff Report.

New virus strain, vaccines take center stage of Berrien County Health Department update
BERRIEN COUNTY – A thorough update on COVID-19 numbers and progress was delivered from the Berrien County Health Department and Spectrum Health Lakeland on Thursday ... Read more
1 week ago by Christina Clark.

Fitness organizations gear up for reopening of indoor activities
DOWAGIAC — Area fitness organizations received good news from Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s Wednesday afternoon press conference. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services updated ... Read more