Cornerstone Alliance Seeks Community Input on Benton Harbor Alley Activation Concept
For Immediate Release Media Contact:Ashley ButlerO: (269) 757-0224abutler@cstonealliance.org December 7, 2022 Cornerstone Alliance Seeks Community Input on Benton Harbor Alley Activation Concept BENTON HARBOR, Mich. – Cornerstone Alliance is seeking community input on a new public space concept in downtown Benton Harbor. With inspiration from the City of Benton Harbor's 2015 Place Plan for City Center Park, Cornerstone Alliance has developed a draft concept for an alley activation project to run the length
Southwestern Michigan and National Housing Market Report for October 2022 - The Frenzy Sales Activity has Slowed While Selling Prices Continue to Set Records
October 2022 SWMI Housing Market – The Frenzy Sales Activity has Slowed While Selling Prices Continue to Set Records ST. JOSEPH, MI – “The frenzy of the Southwest Michigan local housing market has slowed for ten consecutive months in 2022. Potential homebuyers have faced significant increases in selling prices for the limited availability of homes for sale. If successful in contracting a home, they will find mortgage rates nearly double what they were at the first of 2022,” stated Alan
2023 Business Recognition Award Nominations Now Open Chamber Seeking Public Nominations for Individuals and Businesses
2023 Business Recognition Award Nominations Now OpenChamber Seeking Public Nominations for Individuals and BusinessesSt. Joseph, MI - The Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber is looking for outstanding individuals and business who have made an impact in Southwest Michigan over the last year for their 2023 Business Recognition Awards. Nominations will be accepted through Friday, December 16th. Winners will be presented at the 2023 Business Recognition Event in February. Categories for the 2023 Chamber
United Federal Credit Union Employee Hits Donation Milestone at Recent Blood Drive
United Federal Credit Union and American Red CrossPartner for Blood Drive in Southwest MichiganUnited Federal Credit Union employee, Lisa DeRosa, prepares to donate blood ST. JOSEPH, Mich. – Every two seconds, someone in the United States needs blood. Despite calls from the American Red Cross for donors, there is an ongoing urgent need for blood donations. The entire process of giving blood takes less than an hour. For United Federal Credit Union employee, Lisa DeRosa, a recent blood drive at the
New Production Photos - B-Roll for Eleanor's Very Merry Christmas Wish-The Musical at The GhostLight Theatre through December 11
PHOTO|Matt Ferguson FergyPIX.com Production Shots and B-Roll Available for Eleanor’s Very Merry Christmas Wish-The Musical at The GhostLight Theatre: HERE “Eleanor’s Wish” is Lighting Up the Holiday Season in Benton Harbor! “… a visual feast that is Elf with a dusting of Bob Mackie.” Chicago Stage & Screen (BENTON HARBOR, MI December 1, 2022) The musical about a ragdoll with a wish is playing to the delight of audiences of all ages at The GhostLight Theatre, Southwest Michigan’s regional theatre
Full Circle Café & Espresso Bar Announces New Extended Hours & Dinner Service
Full Circle Café & Espresso Bar AnnouncesNew Extended Hours & Dinner Service Stevensville, Michigan – As the temperatures outside continue their slow wintery decline, the inherent need for a satisfying meal that is delicious and comforting grows. The magical equation of equal parts warming, hearty, and healthy that can bring a smile and joy to even the most frozen of hearts and stomachs is a challenge Jayme and Ryan Bendoski, owners of Full Circle Café & Espresso Bar in Stevensville are taking
Lake Michigan College to host Manufacturing Career Night
BENTON HARBOR, Mich. — Lake Michigan College will host local manufacturing companies looking for employees and manufacturing job seekers at its Manufacturing Career Night from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 6, in the Hanson Technology Center on the Benton Harbor Campus, 2755 E. Napier Ave. Local employers in the manufacturing sector will have the opportunity to meet area job seekers and LMC manufacturing students who are finishing their skilled training. This event is an excellent opportunity to recruit
United Federal Credit Union Names Director of Product Development and Director of Fraud Operations
United Federal Credit Union Names Director of Product Development and Director of Fraud Operations ST. JOSEPH, Mich. – United Federal Credit Union (United) has appointed Adele Garcia Director of Product Development and Laura Campbell Director of Fraud Operation as based in Michigan. Adele Garcia, Director of Product Development Garcia brings more than 20 years of financial, marketing, and customer service experience to her new role with United. Most recently, she was Vice President of Lending and
ST. JOE WINTER BEER FEST RETURNS JANUARY 28, 2023, TICKETS ON SALE DECEMBER 1
ST. JOE WINTER BEER FEST RETURNS JANUARY 28, 2023, TICKETS ON SALE DECEMBER 1 ST. JOSEPH, MICH. — St. Joe Today invites everyone 21 years and older to come out of hibernation and meet friends at this lakeside destination during the 2023 St. Joe Winter Beer Fest. The event takes place on Saturday, January 28 from 12:00p-4:00p, outdoors, on the corner of Broad St. and Lake Blvd. in St. Joseph, Mich. With available tickets limited to only 950, Amy Zapal, executive director of St. Joe Today said, “This
A new adventure is coming to southwest Michigan ‘Disney’s Winnie the Pooh: The New Musical Stage Adaptation’ makes a tour stop at the Lake Michigan College Mendel Center for one performance only
Event: “Disney’s Winnie the Pooh: A New Musical Stage Adaptation”When: 2 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 22, 2023Where: Lake Michigan College Mendel Center Mainstage 2755 E. Napier Avenue, Benton Harbor, MI 49022Tickets: Mendel Center Box Office, 269-927-8700, option 1, or www.TheMendelCenter.com A new adventure is coming to southwest Michigan‘Disney’s Winnie the Pooh: The New Musical Stage Adaptation’ makes a tour stop
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LAKE MICHIGAN YOUTH ORCHESTRA WINTER CONCERT
LAKE MICHIGAN YOUTH ORCHESTRA WINTER CONCERT December 11, 2022 at 3pm The Howard Performing Arts Center 4165 E. Campus Circle St. Joseph, Michigan – Take time out from your busy holiday preparations to enjoy the music of the Lake Michigan Youth Orchestra. The Winter Concert is a unique opportunity for music lovers to experience the full artistic offerings from these ambitious and talented student musicians. “LMYO is a great opportunity for kids from all over Berrien County to play music
Hollywood Holidays
Hollywood Holidays December 10, 2022 at 7:30pm The Mendel Center Mainstage 1100 Yore Ave., Benton Harbor St. Joseph, Mich. - The sounds of the Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra will get you in the holiday spirit at its upcoming December concert! From classic favorites to well-known pieces from popular movies, there is something for everyone in this performance. The symphony will perform its “Hollywood Holidays” concert on Saturday, December 10 at 7:30 p.m. at the Mendel Center Mainstage. A
COMMUNITY LEADERS TO DONATE FIRST BEARS TO SBN'S 11TH ANNUAL BEARS IN THE AIR PROGRAM
COMMUNITY LEADERS TO DONATE FIRST BEARS TO SOUTH BEND INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT’S ELEVENTH ANNUAL BEARS IN THE AIR PROGRAM WHO: St. Joseph County Airport Authority Board Vice President David SageSouth Bend Mayor James Mueller County Council President Rafael MortonRobert L. Miller, Sr. Veteran’s Center Resident Frederick Pryor WHAT: Eleventh Annual Bears in the Air ProgramCommunity leaders will place the first bears in the “Bear
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Honor Credit Union Announces Winners of 13th Annual Teacher Awards
BERRIEN SPRINGS, MICHIGAN – NOVEMBER 22, 2022 – Honor Credit Union is thrilled to announce the winners of its 13th Annual Teacher Awards. With each year that passes, the Annual Teacher Awards continue to grow, and 2022 was no exception with the addition of two new communities in the Grand Rapids Region (Allendale and Jenison). In turn, Honor increased its total number of teachers awarded from 70 winners to 86 winners and brought in nearly 1,000 entries from educators across its 28-member center
SWM Regional Chamber, Lannert Group Announce Housing, Trail Development in Downtown Bridgman
SWM Regional Chamber, Lannert Group Announce Housing, Trail Development in Downtown Bridgman Bridgman, Michigan – Plans for a transformative 25-acre housing and trail development were unveiled by the Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber, the Lannert Group, and several passionate property owners at Monday night’s Bridgman City Council meeting. Located at the corner of Church and Lake Street, the proposed development would include sixty new homes as well as a pedestrian-friendly system of trails,
MERRY & BRIGHT WEEKEND, DEC. 2-4, FILLS DOWNTOWN ST. JOSEPH WITH HOLIDAY CHEER
MERRY & BRIGHT WEEKEND, DEC. 2-4, FILLS DOWNTOWN ST. JOSEPH WITH HOLIDAY CHEER ST. JOSEPH, MICH. — Getting in the holiday spirit is easy when you visit downtown St. Joseph during November and December. Festive events invite the Southwest Michigan community to celebrate the season. Light up the Bluff kicks off Merry & Bright Weekend on Friday, December 2. At 6:00p, the St. Joseph High School Choir begins with Christmas carols followed by the tree lighting at 6:30p. The one million holiday lights
The Region IV Area Agency on Aging reminds community members about FREE caregiver resource platform
The Region IV Area Agency on Aging reminds community members about FREE caregiver resource platform Trualta in celebration of National Family Caregiver Month St. Joseph, Mich. The Region IV Area Agency on Aging (RIV AAA), in partnership with Trualta, are honoring family caregivers for National Family Caregiver Month. Each November, the Administration for Community Living (ACL), Caregiver Action Network (CAN), Trualta, Region IV Area Agency on Aging, and caregiver advocates across the country honor
Buchanan Future Home of Evelyn Mae’s BBQ
Buchanan Future Home of Evelyn Mae’s BBQOwners Announce Opening of Fifteen-2-Twelve in Former Wheatberry Restaurant Buchanan, Michigan – The odds that you’ve likely sampled the heavenly angelic BBQ offerings that Anton and Ariel Lockett’s Evelyn Mae’s BBQ serve is pretty high. With their increasing popularity and demand it’s no surprise their story of success is a fast moving one with multiple parts and a trajectory that poses them for continued growth in Buchanan and all of Southwest Michigan. After
LMC Visual & Performing Arts Department to hold auditions for spring musical ‘Working’
LMC Visual & Performing Arts Department to hold auditions for spring musical ‘Working’ BENTON HARBOR, MI –The Lake Michigan College Visual & Performing Arts Department will hold auditions for its spring musical production of “Working,” directed by LMC Instructor of Theatre Dr. Patrick King with musical direction by Rebecca Derbas-Selvidge.Students and community members are invited to participate in the auditions that are set for 7-10 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 30, and Thursday, Dec. 1. They will be held in
Visual & Performing Arts Department’s Drama Showcase slated for Dec. 9
Event: Fall Drama ShowcaseWhen: 7 p.m., Friday, Dec. 9Where: Lake Michigan College Mendel Center Hanson Theatre 2755 E. Napier Avenue, Benton Harbor, MI 49022Admission: Free and open to the public Visual & Performing Arts Department’s Drama Showcase slated for Dec. 9BENTON HARBOR, Mich. – The Lake Michigan College Visual & Performing Arts Department presents the Fall Drama Showcase at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 9. The showcase will be held in
Holiday Village in Downtown Bridgman Returns on December 10th
Holiday Village in Downtown Bridgman Returns on December 10th Bridgman, Michigan – The sights and sounds of the holidays will take over downtown Bridgman during Holiday Village on Saturday, December 10th. The event, which is organized and orchestrated by the Greater Bridgman Area Chamber and Growth Alliance (CGA), an affiliate of the Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber, is a holiday staple in the Bridgman community bringing visitors to the downtown for family fun each December. Holiday Village
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Wil Haygood to speak Jan. 19 as part of The Economic Club of Southwestern Michigan Speaker Series
Event: Wil HaygoodPart of The Economic Club of Southwestern Michigan Speaker SeriesWhen: 7:30 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 19, 2023Where: Lake Michigan College Mendel Center Mainstage 2755 E. Napier Avenue, Benton Harbor, MI 49022Tickets: Mendel Center Box Office, 269-927-8700, option 1, or www.TheMendelCenter.com Wil Haygood to speak Jan. 19 as part of The Economic Club of Southwestern Michigan Speaker Series BENTON
Cornerstone Alliance, City of Watervliet and Partners Launch New Public Space Program
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact:Chris FrankO: (269) 757-0291cfrank@cstonealliance.org November 17, 2022 Cornerstone Alliance, City of Watervliet and Partners Launch New Public Space Program LANSING, Mich. – Downtown Watervliet will soon gain a new pocket park and gathering space through the anticipated success of a crowdfunding campaign, the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC), Cornerstone Alliance, City of Watervliet, and Watervliet Downtown Development Authority announced today. The
LMC performing arts ensembles come together for Holiday Collage
Event: Holiday Collage ConcertWhen: 7 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2022Where: Lake Michigan College Mendel Center Grand Upton Hall 2755 E. Napier Avenue, Benton Harbor, MI 49022Admission: Free; a $5 donation or new, unwrapped toy is suggested in lieu of a ticket LMC performing arts ensembles come together for Holiday CollageBENTON HARBOR, Mich. – The Lake Michigan College Visual & Performing Arts Department promises to put even the most
HOLIDAY SHOPPERS WILL FIND GREAT BUYS THROUGHOUT SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN ON BLACK FRIDAY AND SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY, NOV. 25-26
HOLIDAY SHOPPERS WILL FIND GREAT BUYS THROUGHOUT SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN ON BLACK FRIDAY AND SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY, NOV. 25-26 ST. JOSEPH, MICH. — Holiday shoppers seeking great buys will find them throughout Southwest Michigan (SWMI), on Black Friday, November 25, and Small Business Saturday, November 26. “You will easily find gifts for everyone on your holiday shopping list from our merchants, restaurants and entertainment venues,” said Amy Zapal, executive director of St. Joe Today. “From the latest
Jazz, rock, pop, and chamber music in the spotlight during the Fall Instrumental Concert
Event: Fall Instrumental ConcertWhen: 7 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2022Where: Lake Michigan College Mendel Center Hanson Theatre 2755 E. Napier Avenue, Benton Harbor, MI 49022Admission: Free and open to the public Jazz, rock, pop, and chamber music in the spotlight during the Fall Instrumental ConcertBENTON HARBOR, Mich. – The Lake Michigan College Visual & Performing Arts Department has an evening of jazz, pop, rock, and chamber music
Cast Announced for Eleanor's Very Merry Christmas Wish - The Musical - November 26-December 11 at Gh
Eleanor’s Very Merry Christmas Wish – The MusicalComes Home to The GhostLight Theatre November 26th – December 11“Filled with CHARM, HUMOR and A HEARTFELT MESSAGE.”—POST TRIBUNE “...A MILLION LOVELY LIFE LESSONS wrapped in a small shiny story.” —CITY PLEASURES BENTON HARBOR (NOVEMBER 10, 2022) The GhostLight Theatre, Southwest Michigan’s regional theatre located in the Benton Harbor Arts District, has completed casting and is in rehearsals for its first-ever family-friendly holiday
A Motown Christmas comes to the Lake Michigan College Mendel Center Dec. 18
A Motown Christmas comes to the Lake Michigan College Mendel Center Dec. 18 BENTON HARBOR, Mich. – It has been a few years since the music of the Temptations, the Miracles, and the Contours blared out of every car in America, but the music of Motown lives on in movies, commercials, and in a new holiday show that hits the Lake Michigan College Mendel Center Mainstage at 7 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 18. A Motown Christmas celebrates the music and the magic of Motown and features an all-star line-up of vocalists
Signs of Back-to-School Anxiety in Kids
You may remember feeling anxious as a kid when summer vacation started to wind down. As the new school year approaches, students all over the country might be feeling similarly. Getting back into the classroom can be exciting for some children, but jitters and varying levels of anxiety are also common for kids ahead of the first day of school. Keep an eye out for signs and symptoms of anxiety so you can help mitigate those feelings in your child. What are signs of back-to-school anxiety in
