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.

Aspen Dental opens office in Benton Harbor

A new dentist’s office will open in Benton Harbor Jan. 30 at 1817 M-139 . Dr. Scott Nigle will lead the practice that will offer services including preventative care, general […]

Southwest Michigan’s craft beer news from A through W

As Southwest Michigan becomes a hub for craft beer it's tough keeping up with everything that's going on. Jeremy Martin has all the news that's fit to sip from Arcadia Ales through Walldorff Brewpub.

Remembering the best-read stories of 2013

One thing about the new journalism--as an editor you know right away whether a story hits or not simply by seeing how many people clicked on it, how long they spent reading it and whether they shared it. Here is Second Wave's top hits of 2013.

Drop outs get a second chance with online education program
Learn how to preserve your wetlands and our future
Helena’s Boutique opens doors in Benton Harbor
Sun Times: River kayaking in Berrien County
New photography studio opens in downtown Niles
Lakeland welcomes three physicians
Dowagiac Daily News: Mno-Bmadsen breaks ground

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