WMU researcher asks: Can virus fight colon cancer?

A WMU professor is working to find out if a virus can be modified to fight colon cancer. Dr. Karim Essani, a WMU virologist and professor of biological sciences, has […]

Sunapten Therapeutics uses the power of the immune system to fight prostate cancer
Electric charging stations open to public on WMU campus
WMU grateful for $100 million cash gift for med school

The WMU School of Medicine is scheduled to open in the fall of 2013 or 2014. A $100 million anonymous donation has made the whole endeavor a whole lot more real.

Angels Crossing an economic drive

Already, the Village of Vicksburg's purchase of a golf course is paying dividends for the community. A clubhouse is being built and area golfers are taking notice of one of Southwest Michigan's finest courses. Jeff Barr talks with Director of Golf Jeff Rohrstaff about what a difference a year makes.

Borgess brings bariatric services under one roof
Housing cooperative selects new leadership
South Haven wants to reclaim agricultural roots, sustainably
2012 Senior PGA opens office in Benton Harbor
The Cheese Lady opens up shop in Texas Corners

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