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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.

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.

Creative ways to say Happy Valentines Day to your not so favorite people! Why to put some 'play' in your day! And Tip Fatigue! That's what Paul Layendecker is BuZzin' about today on The Daily BuZz!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today in Sports MSU drops their 2nd in a row in their Big Ten LA trip, falling to UCLA 63-61.   Notre Dame falls at Florida state 67-60 Western, Eastern and Central Michigan all lose as well #24 Michigan will host Oregon tonight at 6:30, 6:00 pregame on WSJM. NBA Bulls top Miami, Pacers fall to Trailblazers.   Red Wings win 7th straight with 5-4 shootout win in Seattle. Tuesday's High School Basketball Scores See 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.

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.

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.

Today in Sports Atlanta edges Pistons with late basket 132-130.  Pacers beat Utah 112-111.   Bulls host Miami tonight, Pacers in Portland Red Wings visit Seattle NCAA Basketball tonight, Notre Dame at Florida State.   Michigan State travels to UCLA at 10:00, 9:00 pregame on Cosy Classic Hits 103.7.   Michigan MAC teams all in action High School Basketball Scores 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.

Fresh Perspective with Baird Wealth Management A unique segment from our WSJM Morning Show with Ken & Friends where we visit with Mike Wyble from Baird Wealth Management to talk about news and views in the financial retirement realm! For more information, visit https://stjoseph.bairdwealth.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The most productive day of the week. 'smart' diapers and overwhelmed by streaming services! That's what Paul Layendecker is BuZzin' about today on the Daily BuZz!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why Jersey cancelled Groundhog Day. Again.  Masha & The Flouder. And Phew! That video game SMELLS. That's what Paul Layendecker is BuZzin' about today on The Daily BuZz!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today in Sports Bulls trade Zack Lavine in three team deal, then fall to Pistons 127-119.  Cade Cunningham has 22 for Detroit, Coby White has 22 for Bulls. Red Wings win 6th straight with 3-2 OT win in Vancouver. NFC wins Pro Bowl Games 76-63, Lions QB Jared Goff named MVP on offense. Michigan, Michigan State, Notre Dame pick up women's basketball wins. HS Sports. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: I-94 road construction near Exit 23 restarts this week Popular fast food restaurant preparing to open this month BHAS appeal on staying in varsity sports conference fails and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jon LaPorte from MSU Extension talks about the MI Ag Ideas to Grow With virtual conference. Sign up and learn more at https://www.canr.msu.edu/miagideas/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amy and Denise from Bridgman Public Library talk about some of the cool upcoming events!  Got Something to Say? is brought to you by United Federal Credit Union - We Get U! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Beckwith Theatre in Dowagiac is hosting a series of 10 minute plays Feb. 7th, 8th & 9th! Get details and tickets by going to BeckwithTheatre.com 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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John's program this week is a discussion with John Buchanan, former pastor of a famous church in downtown Chicago, the Second Presbyterian Church. They talk over how he brought and fostered a special community in that parish on Michigan Avenue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, we talk Our Lady of the Lake, Lakeshore, Michigan Lutheran, and Benton Harbor Boys Basketball.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Carlee Osborn of Marcellus High School Wrestling is our WSJM Sports player of the Week. Carlee is a senior at Marcellus High School and has a 3.7 Grade Point Average. Carlee was perfect on the mat over the last two weeks with a win in the Wildcats dual meet win over Comstock.  In the Marcellus individual tournament, she won first place in her weight class with three wins coming by pin.  Then at the Berrien County Lisa Altman girls tournament, Carlee also came in first place with two wins by pin and a 9-3 win in the championship match, coming back from down 0-3.  Carlee is a member of the National Honor Society, and also plays soccer, is on the sideline cheer team and in the band. The WSJM Sports Player of the Week is Carlee Osborn of Marcellus Wrestling.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen back to WSJM's broadcast of Portage Central at St. Joe.   Joel Cordes and Shawn Robinson had the call of the game from the Bear Den in St. Joe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jamie from Krasl Art Center talks about the upcoming new exhibition in the Gallery and the Lab plus a bunch of other great events!  Got Something to Say? is brought to you by United Federal Credit Union - We Get U!   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke Young from The Chapel talks about the upcoming No Regrets Men's Conference happening Saturday Feb. 1st.  Got Something to Say? is brought to you by United Federal Credit Union - We Get U!   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jonny Reinhardt talks with Berrien RESA Superintendent Eric Hoppstock and this time Eric is the one asking the questions. Today we learn more about the Radio Class that Jonny is teaching at New Buffalo High School! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daniele from St. Joe Today talks about all the events happening this weekend and beyond in Southwest Michigan!  Plus Jamie from Silver Harbor Brewing talks about some of the events they have coming up! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: The Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber is planning a business roundtable in Lincoln Township.  State Representative Pauline Wendzel has been named the chair of the Michigan House Energy Committee.  Set to open next month is the new Chick-Fil-A in Benton Township. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why Cattle 'gallstones' are so valuable right now!?? Let's cruise! Seems everybody it. And some habits take longer to adjust to than others. That's what Paul Layendecker is BuZzin' about today on The Daily BuZz!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen back as Benton Harbor faced Lakeshore in a non-conference matchup at Farnum Gymnasium on Thursday as you heard on WSJM.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today in Sports Red Wings rally from 2-0 first period deficit to beat Edmonton 3-2 in a shootout.  Blackhawks fall to Hurricanes 3-2. Women's NCAA Hoops. Oregon upsets #16 MSU 63-59, #3 Notre Dame wins at Virginia Tech 77-61. Men's hoops on Saturday, Michigan, Michigan State and Notre Dame on the road Pistons home tonight against Dallas, Bulls in Toronto. High School Sports updates. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Quademic? RSV, norovirus, flu, and covid taking toll on area hospitals Violent crime stats show positive signs in Benton Township and Benton Harbor State democrats on the hot seat to act on tipped-workers wage issue and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Flick Pick is a podcast about movies. In today's episode, Andrew Green reviews Brave the Dark, a new movie from Angel Studios about a teacher who takes in a troubled student. More info: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10381102/?ref_=tt_mv_closeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Hospitals around Michigan are seeing a high volume of patients with respiratory illnesses due to the flu, COVID, and RSV. Michigan Senate Republicans are crying foul as the Democratic leadership has still not advanced legislation that would change the state's minimum wage law to preserve tipped wages and avoid changes to paid sick leave rules.  The Lake Michigan College Sonography Department is offering free 3D and 4D ultrasounds to the community. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fresh Perspective with Baird Wealth Management A unique segment from our WSJM Morning Show with Ken & Friends where we visit with Mike Wyble from Baird Wealth Management to talk about news and views in the financial retirement realm! For more information, visit https://stjoseph.bairdwealth.com/ 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 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.

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.

Stuff AI Chatbots still can't answer. Dopamine ' dressing' and darn! We missed national sweatpants day! That;s what Paul Layendecker is BuZzin' about today on The Daily BuZz!!. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today in Sports Pistons fall at Pacers 133-119, Siakum leads Indy with 37.  Cunningham leads Detroit with 32. Bulls drop 8th in last 9 with 122-100 loss at Boston. WNBA news Women's NCAA Basketball, Michigan falls at Wisconsin,  Michigan MAC teams lose as well. High School Scores, See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Benton Harbor man arraigned on charges of illegal drugs, firearms Berrien Co. Health Department sorting through implications of Federal money freeze Benton Harbor Area Schools meets today to discuss options for rejoining athletics conference and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: The Berrien County Health Department explains how it could have been affected by a freeze of federal grant funding. The city of Buchanan is preparing to begin a $19.4 million infrastructure project downtown. The Berrien County Road Department is planning a public meeting on a project planned for Red Arrow Highway in Chikaming Township this year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Swearing is UP. The World's 'dirtiest; man! And sisters on sleighs! That's what Paul Layendecker is BuZzin' about today on The Daily BuZz!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Local governments and nonprofits reviewing federal grant/loan freeze Edwardsburg man in custody after dispute erupts in gunfire Lincoln Township Library expanding multimedia offerings and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: The Trump administration on Tuesday issued a surprise order that all federal grants and loans be frozen pending a political review, and that's got organizations of all kinds nationwide wondering how they'll be affected.  Criminal charges have now been filed in a Sunday mobile home fire in Lincoln Township.  The Lincoln Township Library will be expanding its new digital lab thanks to a grant from the Berrien Community Foundation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Three killed, two police wounded in Elkhart Martin's Grocery shooting St. Joseph residence a total loss after nighttime fire Benton Harbor pauses restoring fluoride treatments in city water and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: No one is hurt, but a home is a total loss after a fire in the city of St. Joseph on Sunday. The city of South Haven has been warning people to stay off the piers, and it's serious about that.  Berrien County Sheriff Chuck Heit will be freezin' for a reason this coming Saturday as he takes the polar plunge for the Special Olympics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More 'Soup Drops' have dropped. Positivity can be 'toxic' too? And 1100 Salt Shakers! That's what Paul Layendecker is BuZzin' about today on The Daily BuZz!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Senate Republican Leader Nesbitt optimistic tipped wage issue will be solved Warning to stay off Lake Michigan ice  One arrested after 57-year-old man stabbed multiple times in Cass County and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.