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Unsung Heroes: Eugene Greenman of Dowagiac

What was Greenman's contribution to the Dowagiac Fire Department?. WSBT 22 is saluting our unsung heroes. Tonight, we honor Eugene Greenman of Dowagiac. Greenman passed away last month at the age of 100. He served in the U.S. Navy and participated in the Invasion of Okinawa. He then served 9 years with the Dowagiac Fire Department.

Dowagiac, MI · 1d
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Students injured, stadium damaged during rush to field following Irish win

Following an Irish win over the top-ranked Hurricanes, Notre Dame fans rushed and filled the football field. As announcements repeatedly reminded fans to take their time reaching the field, stadium infrastructure was impacted, and some fans were injured. The Nov. 7 rush was Notre Dame Stadium’s first since the Oct....

South Bend, IN · 3d
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Dowagiac gives update on October water main break, diesel smell

The city of Dowagiac is reassuring residents that their tap water is safe after an Oct. 26 water main break and a diesel odor near Dowagiac Creek. Officials said the city’s boil-water advisory from the water main break was lifted on Oct. 29.

Dowagiac, MI · 1d
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Heartsick family of Sandy Nicole Lopez hopes for answers into her sudden death

CASS COUNTY, Mich. -- A heartsick family is begging for answers after the sudden death of their loved one remains suspicious after two full months. Thirty-two-year-old Sandy Nicole Lopez, or Nikki as her friends and family called her, died in the middle of the night inside a Niles home on August 20th.

Niles, MI · 3d
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Former hospital property transforms to Mercy Harbor neighborhood

BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (WSBT) — A former hospital property in Benton Harbor is getting a new lease on life!. Mercy Hospital is now home to a new housing development called Mercy Harbor. The project is creating opportunities for families to become homeowners, with newly built homes start at just...

Benton Harbor, MI · 2d

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‘A God-send’: Volunteers rake leaves at seniors’ homes across southwest Michigan

Michigan (WNDU) - Rakes were out in full force across southwest Michigan on November 12, all to help local seniors. From 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. on November 12, nearly 1,500 volunteers took to yards across Berrien, Cass and Van Buren Counties as part of “Rake a Difference.”. The...

Van Buren County, MI · 23h

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Toliver finding peace out on the water

Basketball was Lucas Toliver’s first love. Starting in the third grade, he spent hours and yearsperfecting his shot, crafting his ball-handling skills and ultimately becoming a record-breaking scorer at Paw Paw High School before playing for three years at Western Michigan University. Then, it all ended, and without basketball,...

Paw Paw, MI · 1d

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Seniors receive help with fallen leaves in annual United Way "Rake a Difference"

INDIANA (WSBT) — If you're a senior, United Way of Southwest Michigan is holding its annual "Rake a Difference" program. “Rake a Difference” is an annual program that helps seniors with raking their lawns. The event is happening on November 12, 2026 from 8a.m. to 5p.m. The program...

Van Buren County, MI · 2d

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Raiders sweep past Brandywine to claim district crown

BRIDGMAN — The Red Arrow Raiders showed the power of being a smart team on Nov. 5 by winning the Division 3 District 77 high school volleyball championship. In just its second year, the co-op squad made up of players from River Valley and New Buffalo high schools won its first district title with an impressive three-set sweep over Niles Brandywine in Bridgman High School’s “Hive.”

Bridgman, MI · 2d

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Benton Harbor considers AI property code enforcement

Benton Harbor officials are considering using artificial intelligence to spot property code issues. According to WNDU’s reporting partners at The Herald Palladium, the city is looking at a program called City Detect.

Benton Harbor, MI · 2d

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Meet the 2026 HYPE Contestants

HYPE is proud to announce the contestant finalists; come support them on November 18th at the Solarium by Watermark. In August, the Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber announced the return of HYPE – Highlighting Young Professional Excellence – for its third year. The Shark Tank-style pitch competition gives early-stage business owners across Berrien, Cass, and Van Buren Counties a platform to showcase their businesses, connect with the community, and compete for funding and in-kind resources.

Stevensville, MI · 2d

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Buchanan Area Chamber of Commerce Moves Office Buildings

BUCHANAN AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE RETURNS TO HISTORIC ROSS-SANDERS HOUSE. A homecoming that brings two community-focused organizations together under one roof. The Buchanan Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce its return to the historic Ross-Sanders House at 107 W. Front Street in downtown Buchanan, where it will share office space with the Michigan Gateway Community Foundation (MGCF).

Buchanan, MI · 2d

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St. Joseph County Board of Zoning Appeals approves sound wall for Microsoft data center

GRANGER, Ind. (WSBT) — The St. Joseph County Board of Zoning Appeals has approved a proposal for a sound wall at Microsoft’s data center under construction in Granger. The 30-foot wall would run along the north end of the site, parallel to the Indiana Toll Road. Microsoft says it would reduce noise reaching nearby neighbors once the data center opens.

Granger, IN · 21h

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Benton Harbor's Wonderland Toy Store to help struggling families this Christmas

BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (WSBT) — Benton Harbor's Wonderland Toy Store understands the importance of Christmas magic this holiday season. A special Christmas shopping experience is returning to Southwest Michigan, helping families who may be struggling financially still put gifts under the tree. The Wonderland Toy Store in Benton Harbor...

Benton Harbor, MI · 1d

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Michigan DNR tackles invasive crayfish

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is investigating an infestation of invasive red swamp crayfish found in Cass County. While colder temperatures are slowing them down, state wildlife officials said the threat is not going away. Native to the southern United States, the crayfish become more active as temperatures rise. The DNR plans to assess the extent of the infestation next spring, when warmer weather makes the crayfish easier to detect. Kathleen Quebedeaux, fisheries biologist for the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, said the state will have people in the field to learn more as they work toward next steps. "In the spring, we would like to go out and talk with nearby landowners to the found invaded sites, determine how widespread that invasion is in that site in Cass County, and that will kind of determine our options," Quebedeaux said. In September, two dead specimens were found in a private pond near Niles, marking the county's first confirmed detection. Red swamp crayfish have been prohibited in Michigan since 2014, and populations were first detected in the state in 2017. Residents can report suspected sightings and learn more at Michigan.gov/invasives . Invasive red swamp crayfish can damage aquatic vegetation, compete

Cass County, MI · 19h

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City of Watervliet receives Certification as Redevelopment Ready Community

LANSING, Mich. – For its efforts in establishing a solid foundation to attract private investment and further build on municipal assets, the City of Watervliet has been awarded the Redevelopment Ready Communities (RRC) certification, the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) announced today. The MEDC has officially designated Watervliet as...

Watervliet, MI · 1d

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Microsoft plans to build hyperscale data center on former Holy Cross farmland

Microsoft is moving toward vertical construction for a hyperscale data center on 900 acres of land in Granger, Indiana. The Observer spoke with assistant professor Ryan Juskus, a faculty member at the Institute for Social Concerns, who has been working with We Make Indiana to obtain a Fair Share Agreement from Microsoft. We Make Indiana is a faith-based organization that works toward the common good of St. Joseph County. Although Juskus does not represent Notre Dame or the Institute for Social Concerns in his work, he noted that his faith is an important part of his community organizing efforts.

Granger, IN · 1d

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Hagar Township approves one-year pause on data centers

Hagar Township trustees are pumping the brakes on data centers. The board voted unanimously Monday night for a one-year moratorium, joining other Berrien County communities that have done the same this year.

Berrien County, MI · 2d

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Five Michigan Cities Vote In Health Boards as Officials Sort the Rules

The key question after the Nov. 3 votes is whether five Michigan cities can establish their health care committees in time to meet the recurring deadlines written into their charters. The election results set the task; they did not settle when the work must begin. Bridge Michigan reported the margins:...

East Lansing, MI · 1d