Barrels in a work zone.

Final year of I-94 rebuilding project in #BerrienCounty resumes this week www.michigan.gov/mdot/news-ou...

Plow cam of a road with snow on the shoulders.

A view from Blizzard of Oz on I-196 in #BerrienCounty. mdotjboss.state.mi.us/MiDrive/map?...

Conditions are bad for driving in SW #Michigan right now. This is I-94 in Berrien County, the second crash within an hour causing traffic impact.
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GRAPHIC, WITH GREY BACKGROUND OF PEOPLE PROTESTING, WITH RED WHITE AND YELLOW LETTERING STAING: ICE OUT FOR GOOD WEEKEND OF ACTION: JANUARY 10-11

Tonight, Friday, January 9th, there will be a candlelight vigil for Nicole Good in Saint Joseph, Michigan, at 6PM.

On the bluff.

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So glad this is done for the year. So NOT looking forward to it starting again next year. #BerrienCounty #Michigan

Streaks of light on a freeway.

Second year of three-year I-94 rebuilding project in #BerrienCounty wraps up for the winter www.michigan.gov/mdot/news-ou...

Berrien County administration outlines lean budget plan; courts request 50% funding for positions County administration told commissioners a near-balanced budget would require defunding or delaying several vacant positions, that no layoffs are planned in the proposal, and that courts requested funding at a 50% level; use of fund balance was revised from about $1.2 million to $120,000, with a target fund balance near 37.2%.

Berrien County is redefining its budget with strategic cuts that bring a projected $1.2 million drawdown down to just $120,000—no layoffs planned!

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Berrien County health officials propose two-year harm-reduction pilot in Niles, Benton Harbor The Berrien County Health Department proposed a two-year, state-funded harm-reduction pilot to establish two sites in Niles and Benton Harbor offering syringe services, testing, naloxone and referrals; MDHHS grant funds would cover the $91,000 program and the county reports no local match is required.

Berrien County is set to launch a groundbreaking $91,000 harm-reduction pilot providing vital services to combat substance use and save lives, all with zero local investment.

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Residents urge action on alleged foreclosure-deed scams; board to send resolution to Lansing Public commenters urged Berrien County commissioners to support state bills aimed at curbing alleged foreclosure-deed scams after residents described cases in which deeds were purchased from vulnerable homeowners. Commissioners expressed support and agreed to forward the county resolution to Lansing.

Residents in Berrien County are sounding the alarm on a shocking wave of foreclosure-deed fraud that preys on vulnerable homeowners, urging local officials to take action!

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Residents press county on broadband activation and meeting audio accessibility Residents asked when service will be activated in parts of the Sawyer/Chikaming area and raised complaints about the meeting sound system; Midwest Energy Communications said maps and construction updates are on its site and residents must sign up and pay a $100 hookup for service activation.

Residents in Berrien County are demanding answers about broadband activation while also tackling audio issues at public meetings—are your voices being heard?

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Berrien County counsel briefs board on resolution backing state bills to bar sale of homeowners'rights in foreclosures Corporate counsel told the Berrien County Board the resolution — slated for a full-board vote next week — would support two Michigan House bills that aim to stop firms from buying homeowners'rights to surplus proceeds or the right to redeem a foreclosed property and would require notice to homeowners of those rights before a sale.

Berrien County is taking a stand to protect homeowners from losing their rights in foreclosure sales with new proposed legislation!

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Berrien County holds public hearing on River’s Edge Brownfield plan for former golf course County staff and the developer presented a Phase 1 plan to convert the former Berrien Hills Golf Course in Saint Joseph Charter Township into a mixed-use development with 180 residential units (60 income-restricted) and 19,500 sq ft of commercial space. The project team said eligible brownfield activities include demolition, abatement, site work, a

Berrien County is transforming the former Berrien Hills Golf Course into a vibrant mixed-use community, featuring 180 new residential units and commercial space that aims to support local workers!

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Berrien County delays final action on GLP‑1 coverage; board to meet Blue Cross Blue Shield and purge employee mailing list Commissioners agreed to convene a small working group to meet with Blue Cross Blue Shield to review options and cost-benefit data after staff raised concerns about removing GLP‑1 drug coverage. The board also authorized purging a mailing list that contained potentially protected employee information and directed staff to invite BCBS early next week

Berrien County is at a crossroads, deciding the fate of GLP-1 medication coverage as concerns about budget, employee impact, and market dynamics swirl!

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Berrien County administration advances draft asking MDOT to preserve jail access, parking and broadband provision on Pearl Street project An administration committee approved sending a draft county resolution to the full board asking MDOT to (1) preserve a left-turn access onto Pearl Street, (2) reinstate 54 public parking spaces, (3) maintain uninterrupted 24/7 vehicular and utility access to the county jail, and (4) include broadband conduit in the roadway work. Sheriff Chuck Hite,

Berrien County officials are pushing for crucial changes to the Pearl Street project, including maintaining jail access and reinstating lost parking spaces—will MDOT listen?

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County IT reports mainframe elimination, PC upgrades and cybersecurity steps; flags 2026 data-center replacement Information Systems staff briefed commissioners on 2025 IT work including a mainframe pension migration, replacement of 225 Windows 10 PCs, expanded wireless and guest Wi‑Fi, and plans for next-year capital items including a data-center replacement and endpoint multifactor authentication tied to CJIS audit requirements.

Berrien County is making huge strides in IT with a mainframe elimination, hundreds of PC upgrades, and ambitious plans for cybersecurity and infrastructure in 2026!

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Sheriff seeks board approval for MAT program contracts, highlights inmate tablet and camera contracts; oversight questions raised on term and funding The sheriff asked the full board to approve contracts to expand medication-assisted treatment (MAT) in county correctional facilities and an inmate-tablet platform with HIPAA-compliant vendor Biopath; commissioners and counsel discussed contract terms, renewal language and use of opioid-settlement funds.

The sheriff is pushing for a groundbreaking expansion of medication-assisted treatment in Berrien County jails, aiming to enhance inmate care with a new HIPAA-compliant tablet platform—could this reshape rehabilitation efforts?

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Berrien County holds public hearing on Brownfield TIF for 120‑home Royalton Township subdivision County held a public hearing on a proposed Brownfield tax‑increment financing (TIF) plan to support a 120‑home subdivision by Allen Edward Homes at Glen Lord and Hollywood Road in Royalton Township. The plan would reimburse developer infrastructure costs and up to $2.5 million in rental subsidies over 10 years; no adoption vote was taken at the Feb

Berrien County is considering a groundbreaking Brownfield tax plan that could pave the way for a transformative 120-home subdivision, including affordable rental options for local families!

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County Commissioners Review Resolutions and Approve Staffing Changes Amid Emergency Meeting Commissioners discuss staffing adjustments and approve resolutions after achieving quorum.

Despite an urgent family matter sidelining Commissioner Ott, the Berrien County Board forged ahead to tackle critical staffing changes and the future of GIS technology.

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Berrien County Board Holds Meeting to Elect County Canvassers Amid Quorum Issues Board discusses election of county canvassers after struggling with quorum complications.

The Berrien County Board of Commissioners meeting faced a rocky start as they struggled for a quorum, leaving key decisions hanging in the balance.

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Peninsula Fiber Updates Berrien County's Data Center Connection Project Timeline Peninsula Fiber plans to begin construction on Berrien County's data center connection in 2026.

Berrien County is on the brink of a digital revolution as Peninsula Fiber gears up to connect the area to a major data center in Chicago, promising enhanced internet access and infrastructure improvements.

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Niles Township Celebrates Project T Groundbreaking and Channel Commons Park Completion Community members engage at Niles Township while celebrating new housing and park developments.

Exciting developments are transforming Berrien County, with a groundbreaking housing project and a new community park that honor local heritage and foster connections!

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Sheriff's Department Honors Deputies for Life-Saving Actions During Inmate Crisis Sheriff's Department presents life-saving awards to deputies who intervened in suicide attempt.

Berrien County deputies were recently honored for their heroic actions that saved a life during a critical incident, showcasing the unwavering dedication of local law enforcement.

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County Officials Assess State Payment Delays Impacting Schools and Veteran Services County anticipates receipt of state payments despite potential budget disruptions.

Berrien County is bracing for a potential state budget shutdown that could disrupt vital services, from public transit to school lunches.

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Michigan Counties Monitor Federal Shutdown and Revenue Sharing Budget Discussions Michigan counties assess revenue sharing impacts amid potential federal government shutdown.

Local leaders in Berrien County are sounding the alarm over a potential federal government shutdown that could disrupt essential community services and funding.

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Lawmakers Strive For Budget Deal Ahead Of October 1 Government Shutdown Negotiations continue for a budget deal as a government shutdown looms next week.

Berrien County is on the brink of a government shutdown as last-minute budget negotiations heat up, leaving vital community services in jeopardy.

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Michigan House GOP Pushes $3.4B Roads Budget Amid Ongoing Funding Disputes House Republicans prioritize road funding while Senate Democrats focus on human services protection.

In a heated budget meeting in Berrien County, Michigan, lawmakers clash over road funding versus essential social services, leaving residents on edge about the looming government shutdown.

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Bipartisan Lawmakers Prepare Short Term Rental Legislation Amid Budget Negotiations Bipartisan group of lawmakers discusses new rules on short term rentals before budget completion.

Berrien County officials are gearing up for a pivotal change in short-term rental regulations while navigating a complex budget process—could this be the turning point for local governance?

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School Funding Uncertainty Looms Amid Legislative Budget Negotiations Schools face funding ambiguity as budget negotiations continue with looming deadlines.

Berrien County schools are on edge as budget negotiations leave essential funding in limbo, threatening vital programs for students and families.

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County Finance Committee Approves Phone Upgrade and Discusses Juvenile Center Staffing Needs Finance committee approves phone system upgrade and discusses juvenile center staffing criteria.

Berrien County is taking bold steps to enhance local services, from upgrading communication systems to addressing critical staffing needs in the juvenile center.

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Berrien County Commissioners Set to Approve Jake Littaker as New Finance Director Commissioners prepare to finalize the appointment of Jake Littaker as finance director next week.

Berrien County is poised for a transformative shift with Jake Littaker's promotion to finance director, promising to enhance community projects and budget stability.

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