Ken Lundberg

Michigan

News Director at WSJM & Mid-West Family, SWMI. Communications professional, former Capitol Hill journalist. Ties to WA, FL, ME, DC. Living in St. Joseph, MI.

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Whirlpool Corp. adds president of Reynolds Cooking & Baking to board of directors

1 week ago | moodyonthemarket.com | Ken Lundberg

Whirlpool Corporation has announced the appointment of Judith K. Buckner, President of Reynolds Cooking & Baking, to its board of directors. “Judith is a highly respected leader who knows how to create a positive impact in all aspects of the business, and we are excited to have her joining our board,” said company CEO Marc Bitzer.
Asian longhorned ticks found in Berrien County

2 weeks ago | wsjm.com | Ken Lundberg

The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) announced today the first-ever detection of the Asian longhorned tick (ALHT) in Michigan. Two ALHT nymphs were identified through routine surveillance at Grand Mere State Park in Berrien County, marking a significant new concern for animal health in the state.
Fatal Crash Claims Lawton Woman's Life in Van Buren County

2 weeks ago | wsjm.com | Ken Lundberg

A two-vehicle crash on M-40 Highway near 64th Avenue in Antwerp Township in Van Buren County resulted in the death of a 64-year-old Lawton woman Thursday afternoon. According to Sheriff Daniel E. Abbott, deputies were dispatched to the scene at approximately 3:30 pm following reports of a traffic crash. Upon arrival, emergency responders found one of the vehicle occupants unresponsive.
Two charged in Bertrand Township road rage shooting

2 weeks ago | wsjm.com | Ken Lundberg

Two suspects have now been charged with felonies in relation to an alleged road rage incident that happened in Bertrand Township on June 6. The Berrien County Sheriff’s office says both suspects are from Mishawaka.
MSP trooper escapes injury after I-94 collision in Lincoln Township

2 weeks ago | wsjm.com | Ken Lundberg

A Michigan State Police trooper in our area is lucky to be alive after a truck slammed into his patrol vehicle on I-94. The MSP says the crash happened Saturday night just after 11 pm on I-94 Westbound near mile marker 25 in Lincoln Township. Police say during a traffic stop, a trooper was standing outside his vehicle when a 33-year-old Missouri man headed westbound on I-94 veered off the road and struck the rear of the patrol vehicle.
Busy weekend for area law enforcement; two shooting incidents in Benton Harbor

2 weeks ago | wsjm.com | Ken Lundberg

A busy weekend for area law enforcement in Benton Harbor. Police responded to reports of a shooting wounding six at a large gathering and a different incident where gunfire erupted in broad daylight. On Saturday, officers responded to the 1000 Block of Bishop Street in Benton Harbor for a complaint of a shooting at a large party. Upon arrival officers located what they call a scene in chaos. They discovered that 6 people in total had been wounded by gun fire. One of those in critical condition.
City officials change parking rules - business community still unsatisfied

3 weeks ago | wsjm.com | Ken Lundberg

The city of St. Joseph is making more updates to the parking rules in downtown St. Joseph. “Residents now have free parking in all of the lots in the downtown. So all City of St. Joseph residents can park for free in the lots in the downtown.” — Emily Hackworth, City Manager.
City officials change parking rules - open city lots to residents and adjust hours/dates

3 weeks ago | wsjm.com | Ken Lundberg

The city of St. Joseph is making more updates to the parking rules in downtown St. Joseph. “Residents now have free parking in all of the lots in the downtown. So all City of St. Joseph residents can park for free in the lots in the downtown.” — Emily Hackworth, City Manager. After weeks of mostly negative feedback from residents and business owners, the City Commission today approved changes put forth by the Parking Subgroup to make city-owned lot parking in the downtown free to residents.
St. Joseph on the brink of making downtown city lots free for residents

3 weeks ago | wsjm.com | Ken Lundberg

A special Thursday meeting by the St. Joseph City Commission is set to get underway in minutes. As we’ve reported, due to ongoing concern and consternation from citizens and downtown business owners, councilmembers have floated ideas for how to change the parking parameters.
Parking emergency? St. Joseph to hold special meeting on parking Thursday

3 weeks ago | wsjm.com | Ken Lundberg

Following weeks of debate and consternation shared by area residents and downtown business owners, the St. Joseph City Commission is holding a special meeting this afternoon to discuss the Downtown Parking Program. For the city, calling special meetings of the full commission in the middle of the day is relatively rare.