98.3 The Coast

Sarah from the Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber brings us plenty to celebrate from last week’s Business Recognition Awards & Annual Meeting, as well as a Ribbon Cutting this week, and a reminder for the upcoming Economic Club event featuring Debbie Sterling in March all about Innovation! Get to smrchamber.com for details!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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02-20-23 WSJM Afternoon NewsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

72 year old pizza delivery driver gets to retire after Go Fund Me helps her when she falls.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard Belzer passes away. Mark Hamill selling special autographed Star Wars posters for Ukraine aid. Don Lemon in possible hot water for last week’s ageist remarks.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Find out what weird things put in their coffee. There’s a new cereal that can help you sleep. California could have a new smoking ban.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

King Charles list of musical guests keeps changing. P!nk is adding Fall concert dates. Find out how close she’ll be the SW MI. Taylor Swift Eras tour merch is now on sale.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s The Coast Social Network with the Women’s Business Center at Cornerstone Alliance. Today we spoke with Jackie Yates, Manager of the Women’s Business Center at Cornerstone Alliance and Dontell Sims with Vaughnsimscloset95 and his experience with The Women’s Business Center.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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02-17-23 WSJM Afternoon NewsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hundreds of teddy bears go to kids in need on Valentine’s Day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every little thing she does is MAGIC! Not only is Magic our pet of the week, but she’s also this week’s birthday girl. Happy 6th Birthday, Magic! Magic came to Al-Van Humane Society as a very scared stray. For a while, she wanted us to carry her to her kennel. With lots of love and attention, she has come out of her shell. Magic is a very playful and affectionate girl, and keep away is her favorite game! She’s always happy to see her people, and tends to be more on the calm side. Magic is spayed, microchipped, up to date on all vaccinations, and heartworm negative. Magic weigs 57 pounds and we are celebrating her estimated 6th birthday this week! Go to al-van.org/adopt to fill out an application if you’d like to meet this special girl and maybe add a little bit of Magic to your life! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every little thing she does is MAGIC! Not only is Magic our pet of the week, but she’s also this week’s birthday girl. Happy 6th Birthday, Magic! Magic came to Al-Van Humane Society as a very scared stray. For a while, she wanted us to carry her to her kennel. With lots of love and attention, she has come out of her shell. Magic is a very playful and affectionate girl, and keep away is her favorite game! She’s always happy to see her people, and tends to be more on the calm side. Magic is spayed, microchipped, up to date on all vaccinations, and heartworm negative. Magic weigs 57 pounds and we are celebrating her estimated 6th birthday this week! Go to al-van.org/adopt to fill out an application if you’d like to meet this special girl and maybe add a little bit of Magic to your life!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bruce Willis dementia diagnosis. Baseball sportscaster and World Series winner passes away. Ryan Seacrest is leaving LIVE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reading to infants everyday is very beneficial. What humans consider to be the most soothing sounds. Costco weddings are a thing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam Smith verbally attacked in Brooklyn park. Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom still together but admit it’s really hard. John Bon Jovi’s son cast in a movie about 80s hair bands.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Daniele Crevier joined us from St. Joseph Today to fill us in on what’s happening this weekend and fun stuff coming up in March.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

High School engineering students create a project to help three-legged dog walk better.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Raquel Welch passes away. Alec Baldwin allowed to finish “Rust”. Jennifer Coolidge’s recent popularity comes with a downside.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fun Facts about almonds on National Almond Day. These are the TOP feel good songs of all time. Cadbury looking for “rescue” pets to appear in this year’s cream egg commercial.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Madonna may have a new clothing line for Gen Z. Rihanna’s secret. Jason Mraz is BACK and better than ever.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Sweet bus driver crochets over 7,000 hats for needy students over the years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pamela Anderson and Drew Barrymore share a “mother bear” moment on Drew’s talk show. Celine Dion directs and stars in a movie coming out in May. Tiger Woods is back and believes he’ll win this week’s Genesis Invitational.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest trends in engagement and wedding rings. Weddings are up the most in these states. Air B&B income is up in these states.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Charlie Puth’s tour is coming to Michigan this summer. Find out where. Pink drops a new, tear-jerking song with a special guest. Ace of Base releases a HUGE new box set-find out how many versions of “The Sign” it will feature.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We spoke with Bill Downey and Susan Matheny about Heart of Cook Grants.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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A lottery win in Washington state leads to a huge food bank donation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds welcome baby #4. Bostonians were not necessarily amused with Ben Affleck taking their order for the Dunkin commercial. Barney is back!!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do women “really” love Valentine’s Day? What women say they want for Valentine’s Day. Don’t take your Valentine’s Day date here for dinner…whatever you do.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Taylor Swift makes an elite list. Elton John will do private performances after his tour for how much$$$ Chris Stapleton doesn’t want to watch his replay of Sunday’s National Anthem.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we spoke with Dawn Marie Smith, Director of Be Healthy Berrien and Marcy Hamilton, Deputy Executive Director/Senior Planner at the Southwest Michigan Planning Commission and the federal funding United Way of SWMI received to expand the Indiana-Michigan River Valley Trail.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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We spoke with Kristin Patzer, Director of the Women’s Business Center at Cornerstone Alliance and Jackie Yates, Manager of the Women’s Business Center at Cornerstone Alliance along with Ashley Butler, Director of Community Engagement Cornerstone Alliance. We discussed honoring business women of color during Black History Month.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Runaway pup shows up on shelter’s Ring doorbell and gets reunited.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How much extra did the players in last night game really make??? Who were the big box office winners over the weekend? Is William Shatner getting married again?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can you really recycle your pizza box? What foods are people in bed? Galentine’s Day is a thing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Just in case you missed Rihanna’s big announcement at last night’s game. Who won Brit Awards. Britney Spears wants everyone to go away.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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02-10-23 WSJM Afternoon NewsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

115 dogs saved from burning building.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alec Baldwin has another lawsuit filed against him. John Candy documentary in the works. What celebrities will be appearing the “Big Game” ads this Sunday? Find out here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A VERY special and history flyover after the National Anthem Sunday. This is how many chicken wings and how many calories Americans consume during Sunday’s game. Find out what the biggest snack food purchases have been this week leading up to the game.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bruno is a male Dogue de Bordeaux! This gentle giant is also known as the French Mastiff. If you know your movie history, you will know you’ve seen a dog face similar to Bruno. Yes– “Turner and Hooch!” But, Bruno’s story is a bit different from Hooch’s story. Bruno came to the shelter two weeks ago with an issue that many people also deal with… he’s allergic to cats! Bruno’s cat allergy will not stop us from finding the perfect forever home for him. Bruno is super-friendly, yet very gentle. He loves cookies and will sit politely for them after his walks. Just don’t wait too long to give Bruno his cookies because he will start to drool in anticipation of the tasty treat! Bruno is up-to-date on vaccinations, but still needs to be neutered. His adoption fee is $65.00, part of which is a deposit that will be refunded once Bruno has been neutered. Please reach out to Cass County Animal Control (323 M-62 North, Cassopolis, MI 49031; Phone 269-445-3701) to learn more about our very handsome guy, Bruno. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bruno is a male Dogue de Bordeaux! This gentle giant is also known as the French Mastiff. If you know your movie history, you will know you’ve seen a dog face similar to Bruno. Yes– “Turner and Hooch!” But, Bruno’s story is a bit different from Hooch’s story. Bruno came to the shelter two weeks ago with an issue that many people also deal with… he’s allergic to cats! Bruno’s cat allergy will not stop us from finding the perfect forever home for him. Bruno is super-friendly, yet very gentle. He loves cookies and will sit politely for them after his walks. Just don’t wait too long to give Bruno his cookies because he will start to drool in anticipation of the tasty treat! Bruno is up-to-date on vaccinations, but still needs to be neutered. His adoption fee is $65.00, part of which is a deposit that will be refunded once Bruno has been neutered. Please reach out to Cass County Animal Control (323 M-62 North, Cassopolis, MI 49031; Phone 269-445-3701) to learn more about our very handsome guy, Bruno. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rihanna is STILL working on her set list for Sunday’s performance. Taylor Swift has a drink on Starbuck’s Secret Menu. Burt Bacharach leaves us at 94.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.