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. 

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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."

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As heard on The Morning Show with Ken & Friends, this is the weekly News from the Bear Den! segment from Kristen Bawks, Superintendent for St. Joseph Public Schools. This podcast is your opportunity to learn more about what's new at St. Joseph Public Schools and what they're celebrating with students, parents, faculty, and the community!

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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. 

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In today's news:

Michigan's budget crisis is over. 

There have been some sleepless nights lately for leaders of the Region IV Area Agency on Aging while Michigan lawmakers hammered out the final state budget.

Lake Michigan College has a frontrunner for the position of president, just a month after current President Trevor Kubatzke announced his retirement. 

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In today's news:

Both of Southwest Michigan's representatives in the U.S. House are placing the blame for the federal government shutdown squarely on Democrats in the U.S. Senate. 

So, what's going on with the state budget? State Representative Joey Andrews explains.

Now at work at Coloma Elementary School is a fully-certified therapy dog to help improve the physical and mental well-being of students. 

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In today's news:

A developer has plans to bring 120 new homes to Royalton Township.

The Van Buren Conservation District has unveiled a new series of interpretive signs along the Van Buren State Trail. 

A grant from Michigan Gas Utilities will enable South Haven Area Emergency Services to protect its first responders from carbon monoxide when they're out on calls. 

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As heard on The Morning Show with Ken & Friends, this is the weekly News from the Bear Den! segment from Kristen Bawks, Superintendent for St. Joseph Public Schools. This podcast is your opportunity to learn more about what's new at St. Joseph Public Schools and what they're celebrating with students, parents, faculty, and the community!

For more information, visit: https://www.sjschools.org/ 

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Sarah and Zack feature this week's events including a Bridgman Business After Hours, a St. Joe Business After Hours, and a ribbon cutting in Niles Township. Find these events and more at SMRChamber.com!

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In today's news:

A developer has plans to bring 120 new homes to Royalton Township.

The Van Buren Conservation District has unveiled a new series of interpretive signs along the Van Buren State Trail. 

A grant from Michigan Gas Utilities will enable South Haven Area Emergency Services to protect its first responders from carbon monoxide when they're out on calls. 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.