98.3 The Coast

In today's news: Around 630 people gathered Friday for the Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber's Business Recognition Breakfast Annual Meeting and Awards Ceremony.  16-year-old Carlton Burrell of Benton Harbor is the 2025 Youth of the Year for the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Southwest Michigan. The Berrien County Sheriff's Department has scheduled its next round of Rape Aggression Defense classes, offered for free to women around the county. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In today's news: Insurance-problem plagued Dial a Ride bus involved in serious collision  Corewell Health confirms administrative layoffs OutCenter of Benton Harbor finds new venue for Pride Fest  and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: The OutCenter of Southwest Michigan has found a new location for its Pride Fest this summer after being denied a permit to hold the event at Dwight P. Mitchell City Center Park in Benton Harbor.  A non-profit provider of hospice services in ten counties around Southwest Michigan is looking for some volunteers.  The wait is over as Benton Harbor will open its first ever Chick-Fil-A next Thursday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In today's news: Lake effect snow accumulations expected above 6" in heaviest areas Restaurant-friendly fix on tipped wage approved by House Benton Harbor's OutCenter told they can't use the city's park for Pride Fest and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: New Heights Christian Community Development Association in Benton Heights is reflecting on a busy 2024.  Benton Harbor City Commissioners have been asked to provide some clarity to The OutCenter of Southwest Michigan after it says it was denied use of Dwight P. Mitchell City Center Park for its Pride Fest this coming summer. Benton Harbor City Commissioner Ron Singleton will not be facing criminal charges for a vehicle crash last year that resulted in the death of a pedestrian. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In today's news: Trash rates going up in Benton Harbor New St. Joseph River Harbor Authority moving forward South Haven Chamber has a new executive director and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: A former school building in Three Oaks will be turned into apartments under the plans of a developer who has offered to buy it.  The hot button issue of the mascot used by Dowagiac Union Schools is under discussion again. A Berrien County teacher known for his impact on the community has been honored with an Excellence in Education award from the Michigan Lottery.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.

Sarah from the Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber talks to Zack about the recent legislative changes affecting business owners, plus this Friday's Business Recognition Breakfast & Awards, and an upcoming Business After Hours in March. Check it out at smrchamber.com!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.