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Daniele from St. Joe Today has plenty of great events for you and the family to enjoy this weekend, and a save-the-date for Chalk the Block 2022 coming up as well! Anytime you’re looking for something to do, head to stjoetoday.com! Benton Harbor Arts Association presents Arts in the Park held in the Benton Harbor Arts District this Friday, July 22 from 6:00p-9:00p! This event features local artisan booths, live music feat. Larry Carter, food trucks (Lost Coast Shave Ice + Munchie Life) and more. Catch the St. Joe Farmers Market weekly on Saturdays in Lake Bluff Park from 9:00a-2:00p. Market-goers will enjoy fresh finds at the weekly market, now through October 8, in Lake Bluff Park. Vendors will offer a variety of products including baked goods, locally grown produce, perennials and cut flowers, meats and cheeses, coffee and more! Box Factory for the Arts hosts an Opening Reception for Series 4 this Saturday, July 23 from 5:30p-8:00p. Live music feat. Hickory Creek Revival + cash bar with special cocktails! Join Lemon Creek Winery for their annual Blues Bash Festival this Sunday, July 24 from 12:00p-7:00p! Attendees will enjoy a three band line up + food trucks. CPR Dance hosts Water Dances: Beach Clean Up & Dance Performance this Sunday, July 24 at 7:30p! This event premieres their newest work ‘Water Dances’ in a dance performance accompanied by cellist Theresa Haggerty. Participate in a beach clean up for the Parks Dept. of Silver Beach immediately following the performance. SAVE THE DATE: Chalk the Block returns to downtown St. Joseph August 5-7! Join us as 37 artists take over Broad St. all weekend long to create chalk masterpieces. For more information and to view this year’s artists visit stjoetoday.com/chalktheblock! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Susan from Berrien Community Foundation discusses the upcoming annual Backpacks for Good events happening in August in the Niles, Benton Harbor, and Coloma/Watervliet areas. Get more details on volunteering and pick-up at berriencommunity.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Zack speaks with Gokul Nail from Whirlpool Corp. and the United Way of Southwest Michigan Board of Directors about the Whirlpool Corp. Appliance Sale happening this weekend at 1800 Paw Paw Ave. in Benton Harbor. Click for details or go to uwsm.org for more. Whirlpool Corp. appliance sale for United Way returns to Benton Harbor July 23-24 Get a great deal for a great cause! Whirlpool Corporation will be selling deeply discounted appliances, with all proceeds benefitting United Way of Southwest Michigan. The Whirlpool Corp. appliance sale for United Way is back! Over 300 appliances will be offered to the public at deeply discounted prices at the Whirlpool Corp. Global Consumer Design (GCD) building at: 1800 Paw Paw Ave., Benton Harbor. On Saturday, July 23, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, July 24, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., find Maytag, KitchenAid, and Whirlpool brand ovens, ranges, refrigerators, dishwashers, and washers and dryers at significant savings. All the major appliances are new, with a full one-year warranty. Gladiator and KitchenAid brand small appliances and accessories will also be offered at exclusive prices. “Every year, Whirlpool is pleased to offer tremendous discounts on incredible appliances—to help those looking to save and to help our whole community because every purchase will make an impact through the proceeds that go to United Way,” said Gokul Nair, Whirlpool Corp.’s global IT director and member of United Way of Southwest Michigan’s board of directors. Nair has been a long-time leader of the sale. All products purchased must be picked up during sale hours. For an additional $100 donation per appliance, home deliveries will be available within a 15-mile radius. Cash and credit cards will be accepted for payment. No checks will be accepted. There will be no early sales. For years, the appliance sale has been a significant fundraiser for the Whirlpool Corp. Employee United Way Campaign. Bring your neighbors, friends, and family to shop—and help United Way of Southwest Michigan!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Jessica from Cornerstone Alliance is a recent graduate of the Leadership Accelerator program, and talks to Dr. Ken Flowers from Lake Michigan College about the program’s topics and how local ‘students’ can get involved in the future. Stay in touch with Cornerstone Alliance to find about growth opportunities for your organization like this and others by going to gomichigan.com! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Furry Friends Friday is brought to you by The Mason Jar Cafe! In the Heart of the Benton Harbor Arts District. Local, Organic, Farm Fresh! Meet Sheldon! Sheldon is a 5-6 month old male kitten whose unique white coat has brown Tabby Cat patches. Sheldon has a fun-loving, spunky personality. He enjoys playing with anything that moves, and with his brother, Howie. He gets along well with the adult cats in his foster home, and isn’t afraid to engage in playtime with them. Sheldon loves to be around people. In spite of his playful kitten energy, he likes to be held and petted. Sheldon is neutered, current on his vaccinations, and tested negative for FeLV-FIV. Please reach out to Paws of Hope at [email protected] to learn more about our sweet and spunky Sheldon.      See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s Furry Friends Friday, sponsored by The Mason Jar Cafe, featuring Sheldon from Paws Of Hope! Sheldon is a 5-6 month old male kitten whose unique white coat has brown Tabby Cat patches. Sheldon has a fun-loving, spunky personality. He enjoys playing with anything that moves, and with his brother, Howie. He gets along well with the adult cats in his foster home, and isn’t afraid to engage in playtime with them. Sheldon loves to be around people. In spite of his playful kitten energy, he likes to be held and petted. Sheldon is neutered, current on his vaccinations, and tested negative for FeLV-FIV. Please reach out to Paws of Hope at [email protected] to learn more about our sweet and spunky Sheldon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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MLB – Major League Baseball Yesterday Cleveland Guardians 4, Detroit Tigers 0 Chicago White Sox 12, Minnesota Twins 2 New York Mets 8, Chicago Cubs 0 Guardians 4, Tigers 0 – McKenzie whiffs 12 in 8 scoreless, Guardians trip Tigers 4-0 Triston McKenzie struck out a career-high 12 and extended his scoreless streak to 21 innings, leading the Cleveland Guardians to a 4-0 win over the Detroit Tigers. McKenzie pitched eight dominant innings, giving up five singles, walking none and working out of his only trouble in the sixth. With runners at first and third, McKenzie struck out Eric Haase for the third out. Josh Naylor homered in the first off rookie Elvin Rodríguez, who made his first start for the Tigers since June 10. All-Star Andrés Giménez added a solo shot in the eighth inning for Cleveland. White Sox 12, Twins 2 – White Sox rout Twins 12-2, extend win streak to three games Luis Robert hit his first grand slam, Johnny Cueto pitched six strong innings and the Chicago White Sox beat the Minnesota Twins 12-2 to extend their winning streak to three games. Robert’s 452-foot blast to the second deck in left field gave the White Sox a 6-1 lead in the fourth inning. He added a run-scoring single in the sixth inning and a double in the eighth for his third consecutive three-hit game. Andrew Vaughn also homered and drove in two runs for Chicago, and Tim Anderson added two hits and scored three runs. Sebby Zavala hit a three-run homer in the ninth off Twins infielder Nick Gordon. Cueto (4-4) gave up one run and seven hits over six innings while throwing a season-high 118 pitches. He pitched out of trouble in the first three innings. Mets 8, Cubs 0 – Carrasco, Mets hand Cubs 7th straight loss, 8-0 Carlos Carrasco pitched six sharp innings, Brandon Nimmo and Pete Alonso homered, and the New York Mets beat the Chicago Cubs 8-0. The Cubs have lost seven straight. The Mets won for the third time in four games, maintained their 2 1/2-game lead over Atlanta in the NL East and improved their road record to 28-19. The Cubs have totaled three runs over their last three games. Thanks to Carrasco, Mets starters improved to 7-3 with a 2.55 ERA in 14 July games. Carrasco allowed only one runner to advance past first base. Today N.Y. Mets (Walker 7-2) at Chicago Cubs (Stroman 2-5), 2:20 p.m. Detroit (Hutchison 1-4) at Cleveland (Plesac 2-7), 7:10 p.m. WSJM/WCSY 6:50 Chicago White Sox (Kopech 2-6) at Minnesota (Smeltzer 4-2), 8:10 p.m. MLB – Feds sue Cubs, allege changes to Wrigley not ADA-compliant The federal government is accusing the Chicago Cubs of failing to make Wrigley Field accessible to those with disabilities during a half-billion dollar renovation. The project that started in 2014 added luxury seating, bathrooms and restaurants. The lawsuit filed by U.S. Attorney John Lausch Jr. says the team’s 1060 Project “has had a significant adverse impact on individuals with disabilities and their ability to access Wrigley Field.” It asks for compensatory damages and civil penalties and demands that the team fix the problems to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The team says the renovation “greatly increased” the accessibility for those with disabilities. NHL – NHL free agency: Devils sign Palat, Capitals add Strome The New Jersey Devils have agreed to terms with left winger Ondrej Palat on a $30 million, five-year contract. Palat had 52 points in 71 games during Tampa Bay’s three consecutive trips to the Stanley Cup Cup Final. The Devils turned to Palat after losing the Johnny Gaudreau sweepstakes to the Columbus Blue Jackets. The Washington Capitals continued their busy offseason by signing former Chicago Blackhawks forward Dylan Strome. Ottawa followed up on landing former Flyers captain Claude Giroux in free agency by locking up third-year player Josh Norris through the 2029-30 season. WNBA – Women’s National Basketball Association Yesterday Chicago Sky 80, Los Angeles Sparks 68 Sky 80, Sparks 68 – Gardner powers Sky to 80-68 victory over Sparks Rookie Rebekah Gardner came off the bench to score 18 points and grab 10 rebounds to lift the Chicago Sky to an 80-68 victory over the Los Angeles Sparks. Gardner hit 8 of 11 shots, had four offensive boards and four assists to help Chicago improve to a WNBA-best 18-6. Fellow reserve Azura Stevens scored 14, hitting 6 of 7 shots with two 3-pointers. Candace Parker had 11 rebounds but missed all 11 of her shots and didn’t score. Nneka Ogwumike had 16 points and eight rebounds for Los Angeles (10-14), while younger sister Chiney Ogwumike added 14 points and 13 boards. Tonight Minnesota Lynx at Indiana Fever, 7:00 p.m. WNBA – WNBA’s Griner gets support at trial from character witnesses The drug possession trial of WNBA star Brittney Griner has resumed, with the head of the Russian club she plays for in the offseason and a teammate from that squad testifying in support of her character and what she has meant for wome

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Daniele from St. Joe Today has the details on a busy weekend in Downtown St. Joe and beyond. See the events you and the family can enjoy right now at stjoetoday.com! Join us for Love Local Weekend, July 15-17, throughout Michigan’s Great Southwest! Visit stjoetoday.com/lovelocal to see a full list of participants! Cruisin’ never looked so classy! Check out the vintage cars at the Mike Yore Memorial Car Show from 4:00p-8:00p at Lake Bluff Park. Don’t worry, the time warp isn’t just visual–there’s also classic music flitting throughout the bluff. While you’re downtown, stroll along to the John E.N. Howard Bandshell for a free Friday Night Concert at 7:00p feat. the Lake Effect Jazz Big Band! Run for a cause with the YMCA of Greater Michiana during the Race for YMCA 5K/10K. All proceeds go towards assisting families and local children in need, show support and help guarantee that anyone can find a home in the Y. The race starts at 8:30a at Water Street. For more information and to sign up, visit runsignup.com/raceforymca. Catch the Joe Farmers Market weekly on Saturdays in Lake Bluff Park with extended hours this week from 9am to 5pm! Market-goers will enjoy fresh finds at the weekly market, now through October 8, in Lake Bluff Park. Vendors will offer a variety of products including baked goods, locally grown produce, perennials and cut flowers, meats and cheeses, coffee and more! The Lake Bluff Artisan Fair returns to Lake Bluff Park from 10:00a-5:00p! This eclectic craft fair offers a variety of handcrafted goods. With over 50 local vendors, there’s something for everyone – anything from home décor and furniture to jewelry, candles and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Lisa from Berrien Community Foundation joins Zack alongside Ashley Hines from the Benton Harbor Community Development Corporation, winner of the $25,000 Big Idea Grant, to discuss their garden project and how you can help. Contact Berrien Community Foundation at berriencommunity.org to find out more about great grant opportunities like this!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Sarah with the Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber discusses several upcoming ribboncuttings at area businesses, plus the limited teams left for Monday’s Golf Outing, and great Movies in the Park coming to Bridgman in July & August! Head to SMRChamber.com for more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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This in this month’s Cornerstone team member spotlight, we talk to Vice President of Business Development Andrew Haan about coming to the area from Kalamazoo, his favorite events and things to do, and why he enjoys working at Cornerstone. Join the team at gomichigan.com!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Furry Friends Friday is brought to you by The Mason Jar Cafe! In the Heart of the Benton Harbor Arts District! Local, Organic, Farm Fresh! Meet Spunky! Spunky is a 4-6 year old American Terrier Mix, neutered and up to date on shots. Spunky has been in the shelter since December 2021. Spunky is one of a kind, and patience is key with him, and allowing him an adjustment period. He is wary of people at first, but once he knows you he will love you. Spunky is very well mannered and is house broken. He loves to run around the play yard, playing fetch and soaking in the fresh air. Spunky would do well in a home with older, respectful children, and respectful dogs. Please contact Berrien County Animal Control (1400 South Euclid Avenue, Benton Harbor, MI 49022) or 269-927-5648 to learn more about Spunky.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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It’s Furry Friends Friday, sponsored by The Mason Jar Cafe, featuring Spunky from Berrien County Animal Control – Berrien County Government. Spunky is a 4-6 year old American Terrier Mix, neutered and up to date on shots. Spunky has been in the shelter since December 2021. Spunky is one of a kind, and patience is key with him, and allowing him an adjustment period. He is wary of people at first, but once he knows you he will love you. Spunky is very well mannered and is house broken. He loves to run around the play yard, playing fetch and soaking in the fresh air. Spunky would do well in a home with older, respectful children, and respectful dogs. Please contact Berrien County Animal Control (1400 South Euclid Avenue, Benton Harbor, MI 49022) or 269-927-5648 to learn more about Spunky. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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NHL – Blackhawks begin dismantling, trade DeBrincat and Dach The long-anticipated dismantling of the Chicago Blackhawks’ roster has begun with the team trading Alex DeBrincat to the Ottawa Senators and Kirby Dach to the Montreal Canadiens. Chicago eventually made three trades in going from having no picks in the first-round of the NHL draft to selecting three times. The Blackhawks got the seventh pick and two others for DeBrincat and No. 13 for Dach. Now the situation turns to the future of longtime Blackhawks stars Jonathan Toews and Patrick Kane with the organization aimed at extending its rebuild over the long term. Their matching contracts expire after next season. Chicago added a third first-round pick at No. 25 by acquiring goalie Petr Mrazek from Toronto. NHL – Canadiens take Juraj Slafkovsky with top pick in NHL draft The Montreal Canadiens have selected Slovak winger Juraj Slafkovsky with the first pick in the NHL draft. He’s the first player from Slovakia to be taken No. 1. The previous best was Marian Gaborik going third in 2000. This was the first year in nearly a decade there was suspense about who was going to be the No. 1 pick right up until the player’s name was called. The Canadiens said they were considering Slafkovsky, Canadian center Shane Wright and American forward Logan Cooley. The New Jersey Devils surprisingly selected Slovak defenseman and Slafkovsky Olympic teammate Simon Nemec with the second pick. NHL – Red Wings select Center Marco Kasper from Sweden Detroit Red Wings general manager continued his pattern of going slightly off of the board for their selection in the 2022 NHL Draft. The Red Wings selected center Marco Kasper with the 8th overall pick. The 18 year old Austrian born player scored seven goals and had 4 assists in 46 games played for Rogle of the Swedish Hockey League. Yzerman also went slightly off the board when they selected German defenseman Moritz Seider with the 6th overall pick in the 2019 draft. Seider won the NHL’s Calder Trophy this past season as the Rookie of the Year. MLB – Major League Baseball Yesterday Detroit Tigers 2, Chicago White Sox 1 Los Angeles Dodgers 5, Chicago Cubs 3 Tigers 2, White Sox 1 – Rookie Brieske outduels Cease, Tigers beat White Sox 2-1 Rookie Beau Brieske tossed two-hit ball into the seventh inning while outpitching Dylan Cease, Javier Báez homered and the Detroit Tigers hung on beat the Chicago White Sox 2-1. The Tigers won their fifth straight. They began this four-game series against the reigning AL Central champs after a four-game home sweep of the Guardians, their first against Cleveland in nine years. Spencer Torkelson had an RBI single in the ninth to give Detroit a 2-0 lead. Chicago then made it interesting in the bottom half against closer Gregory Soto, who earned his 17th save. Luis Robert had a one-out RBI double before Soto struck out two batters to end it. Dodgers 5, Cubs 3 – Gonsolin goes to 11-0, Dodgers get 4 HRs to beat Cubs 5-3 Tony Gonsolin pitched seven strong innings for his 11th victory in the Los Angeles Dodgers’ 5-3 win over the Chicago Cubs. Mookie Betts hit a pair of leadoff homers and the Dodgers got a two-run blast from Gavin Lux and a solo shot by Justin Turner. Gonsolin is the first Dodgers pitcher to start a season 11-0 since Alex Wood in 2017. He and Houston’s Justin Verlander are tied for most wins in the majors. The NL West-leading Dodgers won their fourth in a row. The Cubs got a two-run homer from Christopher Morel in the fifth. Tonight Detroit (Skubal 5-7) at Chicago White Sox (Giolito 5-4), 8:10 p.m. WSJM/WCSY 7:50 Chicago Cubs (Thompson 7-3) at L.A. Dodgers (Anderson 9-1), 10:10 p.m. NBASL – NBA Summer League Last Night Detroit Pistons 81, Portland Trailblazers 78 – (DET) Jaden Ivey 20 Points, Saban Lee 13 points, Isaiah Stewart 13 points, Braxton Key 11 points, Cade Cunningham DNO Today Chicago Bulls vs. Dallas Mavericks, 4:00 p.m. NBA – Bulls finalize max contract with two-time All-Star LaVine The Chicago Bulls say they have re-signed Zach LaVine, after the high-flying guard agreed to a five-year max contract worth about $215 million last week. LaVine had said he wanted to explore the market as an unrestricted free agent for the first time after eight seasons in the NBA and five with the Bulls. If he went shopping, it was a quick trip. He announced his decision about 18 hours after the free-agent negotiating period began. Executive vice president of basketball operations Arturas Karnisovas praised LaVine’s work ethic while saying the Bulls “look forward to more great things from Zach.” LaVine averaged 24.4 points in the final season of a four-year, $78 million deal. WNBA – Women’s National Basketball Association Last Night Chicago Sky 93, Indiana Fever 84 Sky 93, Fever 84 – Chicago secures home court for the Commissioner’s Cup game Emma Meesseman scored 20 points, Candace Parker had 12 points, nine rebounds and five as

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We have details on fun events and things to do in the area from St. Joe Today including Krasl Art Fair, the Summer Movie Series, and more! Check out stjoetoday.com for more! Krasl Art Center presents their 60th Krasl Art Fair on the Bluff this weekend! Kick things on Friday, July 8 with their Block Party; then catch the Art Fair on Saturday from 10:00AM-6:00PM and Sunday from 10:00AM-5:00PM. Visit krasl.org for more information! Catch the St. Joe Farmers Market weekly on Saturdays in Lake Bluff Park from 9AM-2PM! Market-goers will enjoy fresh finds at the weekly market, now through October 8, in Lake Bluff Park. Vendors will offer a variety of products including baked goods, locally grown produce, perennials and cut flowers, meats and cheeses, coffee and more! The City of St. Joseph kicks off their Summer Movies Series this Saturday, July 9! Attendees will enjoy Clifford in Milton Park at 7:30PM. Bring your own blankets, chairs and snacks! Catch Live Music in the Plaza from 7PM-10PM on both Saturday and Sunday hosted by Silver Harbor Brewing! Round Barn Estate hosts The Collective Artisan Market at Round Barn this Sunday from 12PM-5PM. The Collective is a community for entrepreneurs in Northern Indiana and SWMI. Sip and shop the over 75 locally owned small businesses! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Lisa Cripps-Downey and Bob Harrison from the Berrien Community Foundation discuss what a community foundation does compared to a private foundation, and the importance of charitable legacies and volunteer involvement. Get more information at berriencommunity.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.