98.3 The Coast

In today's news: Whirlpool is making more job cuts. The JoAnn Fabrics store in Benton Township is closing.  The Lincoln Township Board of Trustees is moving closer to allowing food trucks to operate in the township. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In today's news: Winter storm advisory starts Wednesday afternoon -- expect inches of snowfall Corewell Health resumes transgender treatment therapy after brief pause Competing $3 billion dollar visions in Lansing for paying for better roads and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: State Representative Joey Andrews is speaking out after Flowers Early Learning locations in Southwest Michigan and Early Head Start programs throughout the state narrowly avoided shutting down due to uncertainty about federal funding last week.  The OutCenter Southwest Michigan and a coalition of partners from across the state have issued an open letter to Corewell Health's Board of Directors and executive leadership after Corewell announced last week it's no longer providing gender-affirming care for new minor patients.  A meeting of the Atomic Safety Licensing Board will be held Wednesday to review Holtec International's plans to restart the Palisades nuclear power plant in Van Buren County. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In today's news: Inmate at Berrien County Jail charged with murdering his mother Stevensville leaders gathering to discuss future of downtown Van Buren's energy company helping people pay utility bills and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In today's news: Gubernatorial candidates headline Michigan Black Summit in Benton Harbor Plan to clean Ox Creek moving forward Van Buren sheriff's office recovers multiple stolen trailers and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: The Michigan Black Summit began on Friday, featuring several guest speakers from state government, including Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist.  The 2025 Michigan Black Summit in Benton Harbor attracted two candidates for governor on Friday. Not only did Republican state Senator Aric Nesbitt speak, but so did Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson.  Congressman Bill Huizenga is expecting an end to the pattern of budget crisis after budget crisis with the new Trump administration in the White House and Republicans back in control of Congress. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Area US Rep says Congress will have its say, not DOGE State Senate Republican says governor's budget falls short on roads Third annual Michigan Black Summit starts in Benton Harbor  and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Congressman Bill Huizenga says the federal budget cuts being prepared by Elon Musk and his DOGE staff on behalf of President Donald Trump will be a good exercise once Congress gets its say.  State Senator Aric Nesbitt says Governor Gretchen Whitmer's budget proposal is a dud.  About 100 students from Moccasin Elementary School in Buchanan will be joining in on a 30-year tradition this month as they attend Maple Syrup Camp.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In today's news:  Local reaction to Governor Whitmer's new budget proposal Tri-County Head Start's financial picture uncertain Area congressman holds hearing on federal role in education and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Indiana Michigan Power has its trucks all gassed up and crews ready to roll to respond to power outages caused by the freezing rain in Southwest Michigan.  Benton Harbor Mayor Marcus Muhammad is adding his voice to the call for more housing development around Southwest Michigan.  Governor Gretchen Whitmer has released her seventh executive budget proposal, a $83.5 billion spending plan that includes a $15.3 billion general fund and a school aid budget totaling $21.2 billion. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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This smiling girl is Milani, a two-year-old female Hound mix. Milani is spayed, microchipped, and up-to-date on her vaccinations. She only weighs 39 pounds. Please call or visit the Humane Society of Southwestern Michigan at 269-927-3303 (5400 Niles Road, St Joseph, MI 49085) to learn more about our beautiful MilaniSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Brief lockdown at St. Joseph schools after suspicious person reported Vietnam Veterans recognition coming March 29 New park moving forward in Benton Township, but without splashpad and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: The new president of Cornerstone Alliance is setting her sights on the housing shortage in Berrien County. The Berrien County Veterans Services office is planning a ceremony to mark the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War next month.  Southwestern Michigan College President Dr. Joseph Odenwald is stepping down. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah has all the details on upcoming NextGen networking opportunities and the Business Recognition Awards and Annual Meeting, which is selling quickly! Get to SMRChamber.com for details!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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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/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Surprise setback for concessions area updates at Silver Beach South Haven extends short term rental ban for another 6 months Holtec clears another hurdle toward Palisades restart and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Palisades nuclear power plant owner Holtec International is marking the passage of another milestone on the journey to getting the facility restarted.  A lawsuit alleging discrimination has been filed against Benton Harbor's Dial a Ride service.  The River Valley School District will open bids this week for the purchase of its vacant Three Oaks Elementary building.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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