Music for the community gets lift from benefit concert
A concert at The Livery, in Benton Harbor’s Arts District, will help promote a free concert this summer for the whole community. Pianist Jean Prosper will bring his wide ranging […]
Benton Harbor
Water plays a big part in this city in the southwestern corner of Michigan. Benton Harbor boasts a river and a Great Lake. The river offers not only a backdrop for recreational boating and fishing, but also for businesses growing along the waterfront. Jean Klok Park is the perfect spot to sit with a bag lunch and enjoy the view. Tourists come for the water sports and stay to check out the area’s fruits and vegetables. Manufacturers like Whirlpool Corp. call it home.
Water Street Glassworks keeps the flame alive in the Arts District
Glass fused, stained and blown is used to teach young people about art and more in downtown Benton Harbor. Kathy Jennings visits the Water Street Glassworks to learn more about art and economic development there.
Second opinion: The story behind the story about Jean Klock Park
There may be legitimate concerns with Michigan's law that allows the take over of local governments when fiscal disaster is at hand. The future of Jean Klock Park isn't one of them.
