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Today in Sports The Lions close out the season with a 30-20 win over Minnesota, but lose rookie TE Sam Laporta to a knee injury the could keep him off the field for a while. Bears fall to Packers 17-9, Green Bay sneaks into the playoffs as the 7th seed. Lions will host LA Rams Sunday at Ford Field, Packers at Dallas in NFL Plaoffs #1 Michigan takes on #2 Washington for College Football Championship tonight. Kickoff at 7:30, pregame at 6:30 on News/Talk/Sports 94.9 WSJM. Michigan and MSU fall in Big Ten College Hoops. Notre Dame women upset at home by UNC Benton Harbor at St. Joe tonight in Boys Basketball. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Meijer mPerks program hacked Economic development grant opportunity in Stevensville Water system upgrades coming to Eau Claire and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John's guest this week is Michael Patrick Shiels, the host of Michigan's Big Show, a radio discussion program airing on 13 stations around the State. They talk over the remarkable ride that Michael Patrick has been on since he first joined the staff of Dick Purtan and later J.P. McCarthy the King of Detroit radio. He has been hosting his own show for 13 years and is listened to all over Michigan for his talks with guests from political, entertainment and travel worlds.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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

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Austin is a 2-1/2 year old male Husky mix. This handsome boy weighs in at 50 pounds. He is neutered, up-to-date on vaccinations, and microchipped. Please contact Humane Society of SW Michigan at 269-927-3303 (5400 Niles Road, St Joseph, MI 49085) to learn more about awesome Austin! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Here's what you might have missed from The Morning Show with Jonny & Ken for Thursday Jan. 4th: CNN came out with list of best places to travel around the world and a town in Michigan make the list! Plus a dog ate $4000 cash! Also there was a big recall for one of the most popular trucks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is 'Tamarind' the flavor or the year? Your 1996 calendar will work this year! And somebody stole the driveway!!? That's what Paul Layendecker is BuZzin' about today on The Daily BuZz!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the news: South Haven sued over beach flags leading to 2022 drownings LMC prepares for MLK week Ballot initiative underway to restore local solar decisions and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Flick Pick - FerrariSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Daniele from St. Joe Today talks with Jonny about all of the great events that are happening this weekend in Southwest Michigan! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does the Instructional Services Department Do at Berrien RESA? Jonny Reinhardt talks with Superintendent Eric Hoppstock and Bekki Crocker from Berrien RESA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: $2 million grant for Southwestern Michigan College nursing program New cabin rentals coming to Benton Township Area hospitals report they're at capacity but no visitor mask mandates, yet and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Here's what you might have missed from The Morning Show with Jonny & Ken for Wednesday Jan. 3rd: Joan Rivers' apartment is for sale, well was for sale. Zuckerberg is building a bunker in Hawaii, and we talk with Congressman Tim Walberg. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Austin from Austin Tax & Financial talks to Jonny Reinhardt about some things folks should do regarding their finances in the new year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A cure for bad breath! Use those gift cards right away! And Tattoo FAIL! That's what Paul Layendecker is BuZzin' about today on The Daily BuZz!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: New manufacturing complex moves forward in Benton Township St. Joe Harbormaster gives insights on Manitowoc incident Second annual Michigan Black Summit set for LMC in February and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Here's what you might have missed from The Morning Show with Jonny & Ken for Tuesday Jan. 2nd! We recap our holiday break and dive right into the news of the day including: BIG boat stuck in St. Joe yesterday, Michigan got the W and moves to the National Championship game, Detroit Lions had a controversial loss over the weekend, and speaking of losing the Pistons broke the streak! All that and more on today's show! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

'5 finger' price increases. A 3 virus average. And girls are better at empathy. That's what Paul Layendecker is BuZzin' about today on The Daily BuZz!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today in Sports #1 Michigan's 4th and goal stop of #4 Alabama QB Jalen Milroe in Overtime sends Wolverines to National Championship game with 27-20 OT win. Wolverines will face #2 Washington after Huskies beat #3 Texas 37-31 Pistons losing streak now at ONE. Detroit falls to Rockets 136-113 in first game since ending record losing streak. Seattle over Vegas 3-0 in NHL's winter classic in Mariners home ballpark. WMU, CMU, EMU men's hoops in action tonight. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Bulk freight ship briefly stuck in St. Joseph River channel Next steps after Orchards Mall back taxes paid Michigan sells winning Powerball ticket and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paul has the day off too! Enjoy a fun 'recycled' version of The BuZz!! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John's show this week is a reprise of a show with Kieren Conway, the native of Kilkenny, Ireland, who starred in the world champion Rugby football team, entertained around the world with his music and repartee and finally settled in Three Oaks, MI. But the story he tells today is of his greatest challenge, fighting cancer, told with humor and inspiration for a New Year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Jeff Street from BOSS Services!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paul has the week off too! Enjoy some fun 'recycled' versions of The BuZz this week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today in sports Pistons make history by losing their 28th straight game, blowing a 21 point lead and falling to Celtics 128-122 in OT. Tyrese Haliburton becomes only the 5th NBA player to record 20 assists without a turnover and Pacers 120-104 in Chicago. NHL tonight, Red Wings host Nashville, Hawks in Dallas Cleveland Browns clinch a playoff spot with 37-20 win over Jets. Lions at Dallas on Saturday. Sunday the Bears host Atlanta, and Vegas travels to Indy. Thursday's College Bowl games, U of M basketball faces McNeese tonight, Live on WSJM. MSU home on Saturday against Indiana State, live on Cosy. Thursday HS Basketball Scores See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Flick Pick - Poor ThingsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12-28-23 WSJM Afternoon NewsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jonny Reinhardt talks with Superintendent Eric Hoppstock and Abbie Benfield, Whole Child Consultant from Berrien RESA talk about whole child support. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daniele from St. Joe Today talks about all of the great events happening in Southwest Michigan! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah from the Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber talks about all of the great upcoming events that can be found at SMRChamber.com!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paul has the week off too! Enjoy some fun 'recycled' versions of The BuZz this week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today in Sports Blackhawks get 2 goals from Bedard, including 1st career OT winner in Hawks 2-1 win over Winnipeg Red Wings slump continues with a 6-3 loss at Minnesota Pistons face Boston tonight, 2 games left in 2023, still winless since October 28. Bulls host Pacers College Football bowl recaps High School Basketball scores See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12-27-23 WSJM Afternoon NewsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paul has the week off too! Enjoy some fun 'recycled' versions of The BuZz this week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Noah from the Berrien Community Foundation talks about Gotcha Doin' Good, highlighting great people in our community that are volunteering. Plus Richard from Benton Harbor DDA talks about how they were able to do their Holiday Lights event with help from a For Good Grant from the Berrien Community Foundation! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paul has the week off too! Enjoy a recycled versions of The BuZz this week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today in Sports Lions fans still feeling great after team wins NFC North Division Championship with 30-24 win at Minnesota. Bears still alive (but need help) for a playoff spot after win over Cardinals. Vegas, Philly and Baltimore win on Christmas Day. Pistons face Brooklyn tonight, trying to avoid setting NBA record for consecutive losses at 27. MSU point guard Jeremy Fears recovering after being shot in Joliet Illinois late Friday/early Saturday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John's guest this week is former US Congressman Fred Upton, from the Southwesternmost District of Michigan. They discuss Upton's participation in Congress for the past 36 years and his new volunteer work in No Labels, an organization aimed at working on a bipartisan basis to work for practical solutions to national problems. Especially they talk over that organization's movement for a possible 3rd Party nomination for President of the United States in 2024.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duke is a big teddy bear! He wants to be your best buddy, but doesn't quite realize how strong he is. Duke is about 1 year old. He loves to play with anyone who will share a toy with him and would be a wonderful couch buddy. Being part Rottweiler, Duke could use some training. He is very curious about other animals but would not do well with smaller pets. Call Animal Aid of SW Michigan at 269-934-7729 to learn more about Duke.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The WSJM Sports Player of the Week is Jakob Diamond of St. Joseph boys basketball. St. Joe went 2-0 during the week with the Bears coming back from a 12 point deficit to beat Gull Lake 54-53, and then the Bears beat Mattawan 66-61. Jakob had 11 points in the win over Gull Lake and 20 points in the win at Mattawan. He's also a member of the St. Joseph High School Orchestra and has a 3.963 GPA. Earlier this week we had to sit down with Jakob and head coach Gregg Schaffer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Holiday tips from BOSS SERVICES, keep your home cool with cooking and people visiting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you a 'terrible' gift giver? What makes the season really 'bright?' And Christmas BEER is HERE! That's what Paul Layendecker is BuZzin' about today on The Daily BuZz!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen back to Lakeshore's SMAC West Division game against MattawanSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today in Sports Pistons losing streak climbs to 25, one short of the NBA record after 119-111 loss to Utah. Bulls get 22 points from Coby White in 114-95 win over Spurts/Wemby. Pacers fall to Grizzlies Rams top New Orleans 30-22 on TNF, Stafford throws for 328 and 2 TD's Rams win keeps Lions from clinching playoff spot. Lions can clinch playoff spot and NFC North with win at Vikings on Sunday MSU, CMU, EMU win in men's NCAA hoops. WMU falls Busy night last night in High School basketball See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.