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Southwest Michigan's Morning News podcast is prepared and delivered by the WSJM Newsroom. For these stories and more, visit https://www.wsjm.com and follow us for updates on Facebook. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Governor Gretchen Whitmer is pushing for free school meals to remain in the final state budget.  A new program is turning Benton Harbor residents into community leaders so they can help make their neighborhoods healthier.  More than 1,200 extra workers are now on site at the Cook nuclear power plant in Bridgman for Unit 2's 28th refueling outage. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As heard on the WSJM Morning Show, learn about the latest economic development happenings in our community from Cornerstone Alliance. They are a leading economic development organization dedicated to fostering growth and prosperity in Michigan’s Great Southwest. For more information on Cornerstone Alliance, please visit https://www.GoMichigan.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ozempic for Pets? A big OOPS for a Judge! And Spiking Anxiety! That's what Paul Layendecker is BuZzin' about today on The Daily BuZz!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Southwest Michigan's Morning News podcast is prepared and delivered by the WSJM Newsroom. For these stories and more, visit https://www.wsjm.com and follow us for updates on Facebook. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John's guest this week is Christopher Yates, an author of psychological thrillers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daniele from St. Joe Today talks about great events happening this weekend. Also Lars from Re/Max by the Lake talks about the great things they are doing for the Fall Festival. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Katie talks with Jonny about the upcoming Denise Bohn Pink Event at The Inn at Harbor Shores and also how you can nominate someone for the Denise Bohn Promise Award.  Got Something to Say? is brought to you by United Federal Credit Union - We Get U! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Becky with Berrien County Suicide Prevention Coalition talks about their 5K happening in Baroda.  Got Something to Say? is brought to you by United Federal Credit Union - We Get U! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Pregame show, actual game broadcast, halftime show, and post game show. Lakeshore gets their first win of the year and are now 1-3 on the season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Silver Beach County Park in St. Joseph had a busy summer, according to new numbers just released by the Berrien County Parks Department.  Lakeshore Public Schools says it's working with leaders at Kalamazoo Public Schools after an incident during the JV football game between Lakeshore and Kalamazoo Central on Thursday that left a player injured. Several Southwest Michigan food producers are getting a big boost in the form of more than $400,000 in state grants to grow their operations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Southwest Michigan's Morning News podcast is prepared and delivered by the WSJM Newsroom. For these stories and more, visit https://www.wsjm.com and follow us for updates on Facebook. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Flick Pick is a podcast about movies. In today's episode, Andrew Green reviews The Long Walks, which is a movie now in theaters. More info: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10374610/?ref_=mv_closeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Berrien County is getting a larger opioid settlement payout than previously expected.  The Berrien County Board of Commissioners is taking steps to ensure the county is prepared if there's a state government shutdown on October 1. A group of Michigan lawmakers, including state Representative Joey Andrews has announced a new package of legislation intended to protect unemployment benefits and expand unemployment rights. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As heard on the WSJM Morning Show, the Hear & Now segment covers everyday hearing issues and questions and shares insights on how to improve your hearing experience! For more information, reach out to Dr. Kasewurm’s Professional Hearing Services office in St. Joseph. http://ProHear.net. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Southwest Michigan's Morning News podcast is prepared and delivered by the WSJM Newsroom. For these stories and more, visit https://www.wsjm.com and follow us for updates on Facebook. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: The Michigan Department of Transportation will hold an open house this month on its plans to reconstruct M-139 in Benton Harbor starting next year.  Students at Lake Michigan College facing financial hardship and having difficulty purchasing books for classes have received a boost from the Berrien Community Foundation.  The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has removed the swim buoys from most state parks around the Great Lakes for the season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jonny Reinhardt talks with Berrien RESA Superintendent about the successes of the previous school year and looking at how they continue to build upon it in the coming school year and beyond. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gretchen from Youth Solutions talks with Jonny about the great things they are doing focusing on career focused education.  Got Something to Say? is brought to you by United Federal Credit Union - We Get U!   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Katie from North Berrien Historical Museum in Coloma talks with Jonny about some of the great events and programs they have coming up in September. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Southwest Michigan's Morning News podcast is prepared and delivered by the WSJM Newsroom. For these stories and more, visit https://www.wsjm.com and follow us for updates on Facebook. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: The U.S. Department of Energy has released its sixth loan disbursement to Holtec International to help the company restart the Palisades nuclear power plant in Van Buren County. Benton Harbor Mayor Marcus Muhammad was in Lansing Tuesday as Governor Gretchen Whitmer delivered an address calling on state lawmakers to approve a budget before October 1 deadline.  The Hagar Township Board of Trustees could soon consider a resolution opposing a proposed constitutional amendment in Michigan that would eliminate property taxes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As heard on The Morning Show with Ken & Friends, this is the weekly United We Thrive segment from United Way of Southwest Michigan. This podcast is your opportunity to learn more about the mission, vision, and programs of the local United Way organization and find out how you can get involved to make a difference! For more information: https://www.uwsm.org/ 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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Southwest Michigan's Morning News podcast is prepared and delivered by the WSJM Newsroom. For these stories and more, visit https://www.wsjm.com and follow us for updates on Facebook. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Whirlpool Corporation says it's confident the Trump administration will investigate the company's allegations that competitors are evading tariffs by underreporting the value of their imports. Lincoln Township Clerk Michael Brown will serve as the interim township manager when current manager Ralph Bansen steps down next month.  Lake Michigan College has been ranked the 13th best community college in the country by financial services firm SmartAsset.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As heard on the WSJM Morning Show, learn about the latest economic development happenings in our community from Cornerstone Alliance. They are a leading economic development organization dedicated to fostering growth and prosperity in Michigan’s Great Southwest. For more information on Cornerstone Alliance, please visit https://www.GoMichigan.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Southwest Michigan's Morning News podcast is prepared and delivered by the WSJM Newsroom. For these stories and more, visit https://www.wsjm.com and follow us for updates on Facebook. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The phenomenon is called Burning Man. Now tens of thousands of people go annually to the fast open spaces of Nevada to meet and greet nature and often outlandish arlistic expressions of their fantasies. This year someone died under mysterious circumstances. Shirley Meyer, a past guest of John, tells of the history of Burning Man and its roots in Michigan and Nevada.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jonny talks with some of the organizers of Oaktoberfest happening this weekend in Three Oaks, MI!  Got Something to Say? is brought to you by United Federal Credit Union - We Get U! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, we talk St. Joe, Lakeshore, Twin City, & Benton Harbor Football, and the Jim DeLapa Collegiate coming to the Point O' Woods Golf & Country Club.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Full game broadcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Full game broadcast, includes pre and post game shows and halftime show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: The Benton Harbor Department of Public Safety is working with partner agencies to create a new countywide Fire and Police Training Facility.  The Benton Harbor Area Schools Board of Education is considering an endorsement of a proposed constitutional amendment in Michigan that would increase taxes on those with the highest incomes to support schools. The city of St. Joseph is planning a few of new special events for the downtown area this fall.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As heard on the WSJM Morning Show, the Hear & Now segment covers everyday hearing issues and questions and shares insights on how to improve your hearing experience! For more information, reach out to Dr. Kasewurm’s Professional Hearing Services office in St. Joseph. http://ProHear.net. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Merry Christmas NOW? Why dogs aren't training well after Covid. And the longest-running gender streak finally broken! That's what Paul is BuZzin' about today on The Daily BuZz!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Southwest Michigan's Morning News podcast is prepared and delivered by the WSJM Newsroom. For these stories and more, visit https://www.wsjm.com and follow us for updates on Facebook. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Flick Pick is a podcast about movies. In today's episode, Andrew Green reviews The Conjuring: Last Rites, which is a movie now in theaters. More info: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt22898462/?ref_=mv_closeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: County leaders across Michigan are being urged to put pressure on their state lawmakers to end the political stalemate in Lansing.  Construction has started on the Humane Society of Southwestern Michigan's new Mary C. Grish Animal Community Center.  A formal plan for the revitalization of Ox Creek will be considered by Benton Harbor City Commissioners next week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Space Race is back on. Beer Drinkers are Mosquito Magnets! And the "Covid Pause". That's what Paul Layendecker is BuZzin' about today on The Daily BuZz!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Southwest Michigan's Morning News podcast is prepared and delivered by the WSJM Newsroom. For these stories and more, visit https://www.wsjm.com and follow us for updates on Facebook. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: A Stevensville-area bicycle club will hold a special memorial ride Thursday in honor of a member who was killed on the road this past weekend. To honor those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001, the annual 9/11 Stair Climb is taking place Thursday at Lakeshore High School's Al Stockman Stadium.  The Berrien Community Foundation has awarded more than $145,000 to Berrien County non-profits in its latest round of For Good Grants. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jonny talks with Berrien RESA Superintendent Eric Hoppstock and this time Eric interviews Jonny to recap some of the latest conversations we've had over the last few months or so to see what Jonny has learned. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.