Whirlpool and Habitat Partnership Marks 50 Years of Helping Families
Appliance maker has donated over 260,000 appliances to Habitat homes worldwide.
Lake Michigan College Launches Cardiac Sonography Program
Jury convicts St. Joseph Township man in Benton Township arson-homicide
Business
Via Transportation takes over management of TCATA
Benton Harbor's Dial a Ride service now under new leadership

Benton Harbor Receives Clean, Unmodified Audit
City's net position grew, finishing fiscal year $1.4 million ahead despite budgeting for deficit
Southwest Michigan Regional Airport Seeks Millage Renewal
The airport's 0.1 mill levy has been vital to operations since 2006 and is up for a 10-year renewal vote.
Politics
Benton Harbor Audit, FEMA in Cass County, St. Joseph Park Grants Announced
Southwest Michigan news roundup covers local government and community developments

Michigan Secretary of State Hosts License Restoration Clinic in Benton Harbor
Clinic aims to help residents regain driving privileges through one-on-one support and services
Benton Harbor Seeks Public Input on CDBG Funding
City plans 5-year strategy for federal community development grants
Sports
LMC Hosting Soccer Showcase for College Teams
The event will feature five college soccer teams playing round-robin matches and providing information about their schools.

Soccer Showcase Planned at Lake Michigan College
Event to feature five college soccer teams playing round-robin matches and providing info about their schools.
Spartans beat Hoosiers 77-64 for 4th straight win
Jaxon Kohler, Jeremy Fears each score 21 points to help No. 13 Michigan St. top Indiana
Lifestyle
Krasl Art Center to Open Richard Hunt Studio Center to Public
The 20,000-square-foot facility in Benton Harbor will offer new programming and studio spaces.

Secretary of State Hosts 'Road to Restoration' Clinic in Benton Harbor
Event aims to help residents regain driver's licenses and get back on the road legally
Michigan Secretary of State Hosting Driver's License Restoration Clinic in Benton Harbor
Clinic aims to help eligible residents regain driving privileges through one-on-one consultations and on-site services.
Finance
Russell Investments Group Boosts Whirlpool Stake by 34%
Institutional investor now owns over 400,000 shares of the appliance maker.

Zacks Research Downgrades Whirlpool to Strong Sell
Analysts cite concerns over the appliance maker's performance and outlook
Whirlpool Shares Hit New 12-Month Low
Appliance maker's stock price drops amid market uncertainty