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Flick Pick is a podcast about movies. In today's episode, Andrew Green reviews The Surfer, which is film now in theaters.

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In today's news:

The Berrien County Democratic Party says it's disappointed that the Berrien County GOP is welcoming two January 6 defendants and two men charged in the plot to kidnap Governor Gretchen Whitmer to Stevensville Friday.

Students at Paw Paw High School are preparing to take part in the painting of a mural near the building's entryway to spread a message about mental health. 

The Berrien County Sheriff's Department is clarifying its role helping U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrest undocumented migrants in the area.

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Surveillance machines on wheels? What do you MEAN i'm not living? And 'Hushworkcations'. That's what Paul Layendecker is BuZzin' about today on The Daily BuZz!!

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Southwest Michigan's Morning News podcast is prepared and delivered by the WSJM Newsroom. For these stories and more, visit https://www.wsjm.com and follow us for updates on Facebook. 

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In today's news:

The city of Buchanan has been awarded a $1 million state grant for its downtown infrastructure project. 

State Representative Brad Paquette has introduced new legislation that would ban gender transition procedures for minors in Michigan.

A Van Buren County has won more than $5 million in the Michigan Lottery.

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"SOLD OUT" Prom. Uninspired on the job. And Birdwatching can be therapeutic! That's what Paul Layendecker is BuZzin' about today on The Daily BuZz!!

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Southwest Michigan's Morning News podcast is prepared and delivered by the WSJM Newsroom. For these stories and more, visit https://www.wsjm.com and follow us for updates on Facebook. 

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In today's news:

The South Haven City Council is inching closer to taking a vote on the return of a lifeguard program for city beaches.

Work to improve Hall Park in Benton Harbor will now move forward following action by city commissioners Monday.

Kimberly "Kimmy" Cramer is this spring's recipient of Lake Michigan College's Spirit of Nursing award, one of the highest honors bestowed upon a graduating nursing student at the college. 

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An Apple A Day... Does your face show your political leanings? And if you want to be happier, watch more sports! That's what Paul is BuZzin' about today on The Daily BuZz!!

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Today in Sports

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This is Southwest Michigan's Morning News podcast for Tuesday, May 6, 2025. For these stories and more, you can find us on Facebook and on the web at https://www.wsjm.com. 

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Mandi Somers from Michigan Works! joins Jonny Reinhardt to talk about their Adult Education Program They JUST STARTED offering ESL for Adult Learners! 

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Daniele from St. Joe Today talks about the fun weekend activities. 

Plus Tatiyana and Kimberly from Naturally You Aesthetics Medical Spa talk about all the great things they have going on including their anniversary! 

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Meet Archie, a playful little orange kitten with a big personality and a zest for fun! Always ready for an adventure, Archie loves chasing toys, climbing, and exploring every corner he can find. His bright eyes and endless energy make him a joy to be around. When he is done playing, Archie is happy to curl-up for some snuggles. Archie is ready to bring love, laughter, and nonstop fun to his forever home! Archie's estimated birthday is March 9th, 2025. He tested negative for Feline AIDS and Feline Leukemia, has started on his kitten-series of vaccines, and will be neutered...

Jonny Reinhardt talked with Berrien RESA Superintendent Eric Hoppstock as well as Sarah Brookshire Lead Administrator of Countryside Academy. 

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In today's news:

Congressman Tim Walberg has been working on some changes to the federal government's student loan program to reduce costs and help prevent young college students from going too deeply into debt. 

The deadline to get a REAL ID is fast approaching after years of postponements and delays. 

The Berrien County Health Department is planning a Community Baby Shower for first-time expectant parents this month. 

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The dumbest 'phrase' to put in an email. There's a shortage of 'cousins!' And how many pictures do you think new parents will take of their kid in the first year? That's what Paul is BuZzin' about today on The Daily BuZz!!

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Today in Sports

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This is Southwest Michigan's morning news for Monday, May 5, 2025 from WSJM. You can find these stories and more at https://www.wsjm.com. 

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John's guest this week is Ryan Postmen, the Executive Director of Chiming Open Lands, a not for profit organization which works to preserve land in environmentally and socially useful states in Berrien County, Michigan. They talK about how we can save the lands around us for beneficial uses such as natural states, farming, parks and generally make sure we and our children and grandchildren have a world fit to live in.

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John's guest this week is Robin Allen, the owner of Forever Books in St. Joseph, Michigan. They talk over the world of new books for the Spring of 2025, as well as what motivates the book industry in pushing particular books or genres at any given time.

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This week, we talk Lakeshore Girls Basketball, St. Joe Girls Soccer, and Michigan Lutheran Track.

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Kate Ort of Lakeshore girls track and field is our WSJM Sports Player of the Week.  

Kate is currently in her junior year at Lakeshore and has a 3.2 GPA

During the week, Lakeshore participated in 3 meets, In a meet against Portage Central, won the 400 meter dash with a time of 57.78, which broke her own school record, and her 1600 meter relay team also came in 1st.

Then in a meet at St. Joe, she won the 800 meter run and broke a 26 year old school record with a time of 2:15.82, and her 1600 meter relay team al...

In today's news:

The city of South Haven has applied for an emergency dredging permit from the Army Corps of Engineers to get its recreational harbor ready for boaters this summer as the water in the harbor has become too shallow. 

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order slashing federal funding to public broadcasters PBS and NPR. How does that affect WNIT in South Bend?

Berrien County is being required to return $320,000 in COVID funding back to the federal government. 

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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!

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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!

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On Paul Layendecker's 'Daily BuZz' today! How long does it take hackers to figure out our passwords? A soviet era spacecraft is about to crash (somewhere) on earth! And the Italians have their own 'fantasy football' game for picking a pope? 

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Today in Sports

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This is Southwest Michigan's Morning news podcast for Friday, May 2, 2025, produced in the WSJM Newsroom. For these stories and more, visit https://www.wsjm.com/. 

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In today's news:

Congressman Bill Huizenga isn't laying out a timetable for making a decision on whether to run for the U.S. Senate, but he's feeling pretty good about the idea. 

A St. Joseph man who was killed Wednesday in a Benton Township crash has been identified as a popular instructor at Lake Michigan College.

As Benton Township plans the creation of a new park near the intersection of Euclid and Laurel avenues, it's seeking more input from the public. 

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Belting it out behind the wheel! Dog Walking injuries? And bugs are idiots! That's what Paul Layendecker is BuZzin' about today on The Daily BuZz!!

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Today in Sports

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The city of St. Joseph is notifying the public the Whirlpool Compass Fountain below the bluff downtown won't be opening on its traditional date this year. 

St. Joseph City Manager Emily Hackworth has received a positive performance evaluation from city commissioners. 

It's time once again for the Bridgman Open Air Market to reopen for the season. 

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Predicting your adult weight. Cutting the climb. And GET OUT of my swimming pool! That's what Paul Layendecker is BuZzin' about today!

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Today in Sports

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Applications are now available for the next round of Heart of Cook grants.

Corewell Health is planning to build some new apartments in St. Joseph. 

Thursday is the big day for the Benton Harbor Soup Kitchen as it completes its move into a new location.

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Jonny Reinhardt talks with Berrien RESA Superintendent Eric Hoppstock about some of the construction projects that have been happening recently in and around the Berrien RESA campus. 

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