Cornerstone Alliance Adds Free Public Wi-Fi in Benton Harbor Arts District
BENTON HARBOR, Mich., (May 20, 2022) – Cornerstone Alliance, Berrien County's lead economic development agency, announced the installation of free public Wi-Fi in the Benton Harbor Arts District. The new network offers a free wireless internet connection to anyone located in the Arts Park, creating accessibility for residents and visitors alike. The City of Benton Harbor is improving each day through completion of innovative projects. This project is intended to elevate the status of downtown Benton Harbor,
MEMORIAL DAY PARADE RETURNS TO DOWNTOWN ST. JOSEPH ON FRIDAY, MAY 27
ST. JOSEPH, Mich. - St. Joe Today invites the community to join them for the 2022 Memorial Day Parade on Friday, May 27 in downtown St. Joseph. This event is sponsored by Lest We Forget and BOSS Services. This yearly tradition honors the men and women who have served and sacrificed their lives in service for our country. The parade starts at 12:00p and travels along Lake Boulevard from Park Street to Port Street in downtown St. Joseph. Immediately following the parade, there will be a short
Honor CU Announces Greg Toliver as Mortgage Loan Originator for Berrien Springs & Benton Harbor
BERRIEN SPRINGS, MICHIGAN – May 18, 2022 – Honor Credit Union is pleased to announce the internal promotion of Greg Toliver as Mortgage Loan Originator (MLO) for the Berrien Springs and Benton Harbor communities. As a local mortgage lending expert, Toliver will actively provide lending solutions to these communities and members. Toliver brings nearly six years of mortgage lending experience and holds an associate degree in liberal arts and a bachelor’s degree in business management. “I enjoy helping our
Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra Announces its New Executive Director
Saint Joseph, Michigan – The Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra Board would like to announce it has hired a new executive director. After 22 years of service, Executive Director Sue Kellogg retired at the SMSO’s fiscal year end 2022 and JESSICA ISHMAEL has been appointed as her successor. Ishmael was selected from a pool of candidates interviewed by the SMSO board and hired in time to coordinate a six-week overlap to ensure a smooth transition for the organization. Ishmael, who
ST. JOE FARMERS MARKET SET TO OPEN MAY 28TH IN ST. JOSEPH, MICH.
ST. JOSEPH, Mich. — Market-goers will enjoy fresh finds at the weekly St. Joe Farmers Market held in scenic Lake Bluff Park in downtown St. Joseph. The 2022 St. Joe Farmers Market season kicks off Saturday, May 28 from 9:00a– 2:00p and includes a variety of products such as baked goods, locally grown produce, perennials and cut flowers, meats and cheeses, coffee and more. Amy Zapal, executive director of St. Joe Today said, “We are excited to work with local growers to spotlight the amazing produce
May 21 - Collagraph printmaking workshop at Box Factory for the Arts
ST. JOSEPH, MI - Here's your chance to turn recycled materials into an experimental print at a collagraph workshop to be led by Kelly Vander Kley. The one-day workshop on May 21 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. will be held. in the Print Shop at the Box Factory for the Arts, 1101 Broad Street, St. Joseph, MI. Access is through the lower East entrance to the building. The workshop fee is $75 for members and $90 for non-members of the Berrien Artist Guild. Registration is available online
SOUTH BEND INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT TO CONDUCT LIVE FIRE TRAINING TUESDAY, MAY 17, 2022
South Bend, IN. – The St. Joseph County Airport Authority (SJCAA) Department of Public Safety will conduct fire training with live burns on Tuesday, May 17, 2022 at the fire training facility on the northwest corner of the airfield at South Bend International Airport (SBN).Media will not be permitted to attend the burns. About South Bend International AirportSouth Bend International Airport’s four air carriers provide nonstop flights to twelve cities: Atlanta, Charlotte, Chicago, Dallas/Fort Worth,
GP Manufacturing, Inc. Recognized for Excellence
Buchanan, Michigan manufacturer receives prestigious statewide award. GP Manufacturing, Inc. (GP) was named one of the “2022 Michigan 50 Companies to Watch” by Michigan Celebrates Small Business, the most prestigious small business awards program in the state. GP was chosen for the honor from more than 900 nominees. Holding specific certifications in Quality Management System (ISO 9001:2015D) and as a Woman Owned Small Business, this precision production shop specializes in complex CNC
Summer Concert Series in Buchanan Michigan
Buchanan Michigan is proud to announce our summer concert series taking place in our beloved special events venue: The Common. Join us for our Summer Concert Series taking place at The Common in Buchanan, MI! After 2021's amazing concert season, 2022's lineup is bigger and better than ever! We are so excited to be able to offer this event again to residents and visitors alike this summer. The Line-Up June 2 | The Chippewa ProjectJune 9 | Southshore Concert BandJune 11 | Quite Frank LeeJune 16 | Work in
JP SAXE TO HEADLINE COMPASS MUSIC FEST ON SATURDAY, MAY 21 IN ST. JOSEPH, MI - TICKETS ON SALE NOW
ST. JOSEPH, Mich. — Soak up the sun and enjoy local food, craft beer, regional wine and live music during Compass Music Fest on Saturday, May 21. Held in Whirlpool Centennial Park, this 8-hour music event welcomes all ages and is set to the beautiful backdrop of Lake Michigan. “This will be a great way for families and friends to celebrate the end of spring as we head into beach season,” said Amy Zapal, executive director, St. Joseph Today. “Tickets are on sale now and are $30 in advance and $35 day of,
Buchanan Community Development Director to Attend National Security Seminar at the United States Arm
Buchanan Community Development Director, Richard Murphy, will attend a National Security Seminar at the United States Army War College in Carlisle, Pennsylvania this June. According to Major General David C. Hill, Commandant, U.S. War College, Murphy was hand-picked from several hundred distinguished peers to attend the 4-day seminar. Each graduating class of the U.S. Army War College (USAWC) Resident Education Program concludes the academic year with a capstone symposium, during which students and invited
LAKE MICHIGAN YOUTH ORCHESTRA SPRING CONCERT
St. Joseph, Michigan – The talents of the LMYO Winds, Concert Strings, Encore Strings, and Youth Symphony will be on display at the annual spring concert, a unique opportunity for music lovers to experience the full artistic offerings of these student musicians. Come enjoy soloists Rachel Madison playing Forsyth's VIola Concerto and MaddieKyncl playing Mozart's Horn Concerto No. 3. The groups will be conducted by MarkHollandsworth, Beth Oeseburg, Rachel Cabanilla-Sinnett, and Burke Lokey. The spring
May 13 - MAAC in the Box opening reception and awards presentation at Box Factory for the Arts
ST. JOSEPH, MI -- The artwork of more than 130 regional artists has been accepted in the Michiana Annual Arts Competition (MAAC in the Box) and will be on exhibit in the Box Factory for the Arts galleries, 1101 Broad St., beginning on May 13 and continuing through July 3rd. Effective May 13, the gallery summer hours will be Wednesdays-Sundays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with extended hours on Thursdays until 7 p.m. Awards will be presented to artists during a reception on May 13 from 5:30-7 p.m. Music will be
MPSC to hold energy assistance fair May 24 in Benton Harbor
The Michigan Public Service Commission will hold the second in a series of energy assistance fairs and listening sessions as the state’s energy regulators and partner agencies seek public feedback on energy affordability and accessibility and the availability of energy assistance programs. The next energy assistance fair will be held 3-7 p.m. Tuesday, May 24, at the Michigan Works! Service Center, 499 W. Main Street in Benton Harbor. Light snacks will be available, and parents are welcome to bring
Bridgman Open-Air Market Announces Sixth Season Opening Date
Returns to Downtown Bridgman on Sunday, May 22nd Through October 16thBridgman, MI - The Bridgman Open-Air Market, located in the United Federal Credit Union parking lot, will open for its 6th season on Sunday, May 22nd, 2022. The market will host dozens of vendors who will provide fresh produce, baked goods, creative crafts and services. Food trucks will also be there for your dining pleasure.Market hours will be 9am to 3pm every Sunday through October 16th, 2022, and there is plenty of parking.Last season,
March 2022 SWMI Housing Market – Has Slowed Down
ST. JOSEPH, MI – “At the end of the first quarter of 2022, the local housing market has slowed down from the robust new sales records in the year-over-year comparison that looks back to 2006. The average selling price from February 2022 to March 2022 decreased 3 percent from $324,027 to $313,205. The number of houses sold in February was 168, and in March, 244 houses were sold for a 45 percent increase from one month to the next,” stated Alan Jeffries, Association Executive, Southwestern Michigan
The WBC at Cornerstone Alliance Awarded ?WBC of the Year
BENTON HARBOR, Mich., (April 29, 2022) – The Women’s Business Center (WBC) at Cornerstone Alliance has been recognized as the 2022 WBC of the Year in the state of Michigan by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). The award will be presented on May 3, 2022, at the 18th annual Michigan Celebrates Small Business Gala. A local celebration will be held at the Cornerstone Alliance office on May 5, 2022, at 12:00 PM with SBA representatives. The WBC has helped launch 235 businesses in Berrien, Cass, and
District 3 County Commissioner Don Meeks Resigns - Berrien County Seeking Applications To Fill Seat
St. Joseph –The Berrien County Board of Commissioners accepted the resignation today of District 3 Commissioner Don Meeks. District #3 is comprised of part of Benton Charter Township, Precincts 1, 3, 4, 5, and 6. The Board of Commissioners additionally took action today to determine that they will be accepting applications for the vacant Commissioner seat which has a term expiring December 31, 2022. Anyone interested in the seat must be a resident of the district and a registered voter in that district.
Box Factory for the Arts revised schedule for gallery hours
ST. JOSEPH, MI - Effective immediately, the galleries of the Box Factory for the Arts will be closed to the public while preparations are underway for the installation of the Michiana Annual Arts Competition (MAAC in the Box). Offices and studios in the building will remain open and classes and workshops will continue as scheduled. The galleries will re-open to the public on May 13 with new summer hours of Wednesdays-Sundays from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. with extended hours until 7 p.m. on Thursdays. The
Christina Frank Named North America's Top 50 Economic Developers of 2022
BENTON HARBOR, Mich., (April 12, 2022) – Christina Frank, Vice President of External Affairs at Cornerstone Alliance, has been named one of Top 50 North America's Economic Developers of 2022 by Consultant Connect. The economic development professionals selected for this list were nominated by their colleagues in both the economic development and site location consulting industries for excellent practices, innovation and success in building the communities they serve. “This award is recognition of the
