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WSJM Afternoon News for 02-24-26

The Morning Show with Ken & Friends! – WSJM 94.9 | Southwest Michigan News & Talk Podcast Wake up with The Morning Show with Ken & Friends!, the go-to morning news and talk program from News/Talk/Sports 94.9 WSJM serving Southwest Michigan. Airing weekday mornings, the show delivers local news, weather updates, sports coverage, community events, and interviews with area leaders, organizations, and experts. Hosted by Ken Lundberg and the WSJM morning team, the program covers the stories shaping Berrien County, Van Buren County, and surrounding communities, along with state and national headlines that impact local listeners. Regular segments feature community spotlights, business news, public safety updates, health topics, and regional happenings, making it a daily source for staying informed in Southwest Michigan. Whether you're commuting, getting ready for work, or catching up later, the podcast version of The Morning Show with Ken & Friends! keeps you connected to local conversation, breaking news, and the people behind the stories in your community.

As heard on The Morning Show with Ken & Friends, this is the weekly News from the Bear Den! segment from Kristen Bawks, Superintendent for St. Joseph Public Schools. This podcast is your opportunity to learn more about what's new at St. Joseph Public Schools and what they're celebrating with students, parents, faculty, and the community! For more information, visit: https://www.sjschools.org/ 

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! For more information: https://www.uwsm.org/ 

Putting a Price on TIME. A 'bright' black hole. And the Naked Man festival draws the curtain. That's what Paul is BuZzin' about today on The Daily BuZz!!

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. 

WSJM Afternoon News for 02-23-26

The Morning Show with Ken & Friends! – WSJM 94.9 | Southwest Michigan News & Talk Podcast Wake up with The Morning Show with Ken & Friends!, the go-to morning news and talk program from News/Talk/Sports 94.9 WSJM serving Southwest Michigan. Airing weekday mornings, the show delivers local news, weather updates, sports coverage, community events, and interviews with area leaders, organizations, and experts. Hosted by Ken Lundberg and the WSJM morning team, the program covers the stories shaping Berrien County, Van Buren County, and surrounding communities, along with state and national headlines that impact local listeners. Regular segments feature community spotlights, business news, public safety updates, health topics, and regional happenings, making it a daily source for staying informed in Southwest Michigan. Whether you're commuting, getting ready for work, or catching up later, the podcast version of The Morning Show with Ken & Friends! keeps you connected to local conversation, breaking news, and the people behind the stories in your community.

TA DA Lists. The 'Medicated' States of America! And a 'Brine' Crime. That's what Paul is BuZzin' about today on The Daily BuZz!!

In this episode of Core Conversations with Natalie Baggio, Dr. Chris Harvey, Medical Director of Specialty and Primary Care in Southwest Michigan, shares how health care works best when physicians are aligned with the community they serve. With more than 20 years practicing pediatrics in Niles, Dr. Harvey discusses how innovation and leadership are helping improve patient access and strengthen provider support. He highlights the role of new technology, including ambient AI documentation tools, in allowing physicians to focus more fully on their patients. Dr. Harvey also reflects on a powerful patient story that underscores the impact of teamwork in health care. Together, Natalie and Dr. Harvey explore the ongoing commitment to expanding primary care access across Southwest Michigan.

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. 

This week, we talk St. Joe, Our Lady of the Lake, Lakeshore, and Michigan Lutheran Girls Basketball.

WSJM Afternoon News for 02-20-26

The Morning Show with Ken & Friends! – WSJM 94.9 | Southwest Michigan News & Talk Podcast Wake up with The Morning Show with Ken & Friends!, the go-to morning news and talk program from News/Talk/Sports 94.9 WSJM serving Southwest Michigan. Airing weekday mornings, the show delivers local news, weather updates, sports coverage, community events, and interviews with area leaders, organizations, and experts. Hosted by Ken Lundberg and the WSJM morning team, the program covers the stories shaping Berrien County, Van Buren County, and surrounding communities, along with state and national headlines that impact local listeners. Regular segments feature community spotlights, business news, public safety updates, health topics, and regional happenings, making it a daily source for staying informed in Southwest Michigan. Whether you're commuting, getting ready for work, or catching up later, the podcast version of The Morning Show with Ken & Friends! keeps you connected to local conversation, breaking news, and the people behind the stories in your community.

Jonny Reinhardt talks with Berrien RESA Superintendent Eric Hoppstock as well as Emma Rauch, Agriculture Program Instructor at Niles High School as well as one of the students in the program. 

Luxury items that are pretty much worthless today. Love your job? You're probably healthy! And the "Condiment" Culture. That's what Paul Layendecker is BuZzin' about today on The Daily BuZz!!

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. 

Flick Pick is a podcast about movies. In today's episode, Andrew Green reviews Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't Die, which is a movie now in theaters.  

WSJM Afternoon News for 02-19-26

As heard on the WSJM Morning Show, the Hear & Now segment covers everyday hearing issues and questions and shares insights on how to improve your hearing experience! For more information, reach out to Professional Hearing Services office in St. Joseph. http://ProHear.net. 

The Morning Show with Ken & Friends! – WSJM 94.9 | Southwest Michigan News & Talk Podcast Wake up with The Morning Show with Ken & Friends!, the go-to morning news and talk program from News/Talk/Sports 94.9 WSJM serving Southwest Michigan. Airing weekday mornings, the show delivers local news, weather updates, sports coverage, community events, and interviews with area leaders, organizations, and experts. Hosted by Ken Lundberg and the WSJM morning team, the program covers the stories shaping Berrien County, Van Buren County, and surrounding communities, along with state and national headlines that impact local listeners. Regular segments feature community spotlights, business news, public safety updates, health topics, and regional happenings, making it a daily source for staying informed in Southwest Michigan. Whether you're commuting, getting ready for work, or catching up later, the podcast version of The Morning Show with Ken & Friends! keeps you connected to local conversation, breaking news, and the people behind the stories in your community.

Guys. Why we should bring her flowers! Wait, Is that a 'flying car??' And playtime is important! Even for adults! That's what Paul is BuZzin' about today on The Daily BuZz!!

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. 

Jonny Reinhardt talks with some of the cast of Emma, the latest production at Twin City Players that runs Feb 20th to Mar. 8th. Get more info at TwinCityPlayers.org

WSJM Afternoon News for 02-18-26

The Morning Show with Ken & Friends! – WSJM 94.9 | Southwest Michigan News & Talk Podcast Wake up with The Morning Show with Ken & Friends!, the go-to morning news and talk program from News/Talk/Sports 94.9 WSJM serving Southwest Michigan. Airing weekday mornings, the show delivers local news, weather updates, sports coverage, community events, and interviews with area leaders, organizations, and experts. Hosted by Ken Lundberg and the WSJM morning team, the program covers the stories shaping Berrien County, Van Buren County, and surrounding communities, along with state and national headlines that impact local listeners. Regular segments feature community spotlights, business news, public safety updates, health topics, and regional happenings, making it a daily source for staying informed in Southwest Michigan. Whether you're commuting, getting ready for work, or catching up later, the podcast version of The Morning Show with Ken & Friends! keeps you connected to local conversation, breaking news, and the people behind the stories in your community.

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. 

WSJM Afternoon News for 02-17-26

As heard on The Morning Show with Ken & Friends, this is the weekly News from the Bear Den! segment from Kristen Bawks, Superintendent for St. Joseph Public Schools. This podcast is your opportunity to learn more about what's new at St. Joseph Public Schools and what they're celebrating with students, parents, faculty, and the community! For more information, visit: https://www.sjschools.org/ 

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! For more information: https://www.uwsm.org/ 

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. 

WSJM Afternoon News for 02-16-26

The Morning Show with Ken & Friends! – WSJM 94.9 | Southwest Michigan News & Talk Podcast Wake up with The Morning Show with Ken & Friends!, the go-to morning news and talk program from News/Talk/Sports 94.9 WSJM serving Southwest Michigan. Airing weekday mornings, the show delivers local news, weather updates, sports coverage, community events, and interviews with area leaders, organizations, and experts. Hosted by Ken Lundberg and the WSJM morning team, the program covers the stories shaping Berrien County, Van Buren County, and surrounding communities, along with state and national headlines that impact local listeners. Regular segments feature community spotlights, business news, public safety updates, health topics, and regional happenings, making it a daily source for staying informed in Southwest Michigan. Whether you're commuting, getting ready for work, or catching up later, the podcast version of The Morning Show with Ken & Friends! keeps you connected to local conversation, breaking news, and the people behind the stories in your community.

A Pickle Brawl! And now there's even a 'smart' toothbrush! That's what Paul is BuZzin' about today among other things on The Daily BuZz!!

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. 

After an emergency turns into something far more complex, Core Conversations with Natalie Baggio continues to follow Pat Moody as he shares more of his health care journey into unfamiliar and uncertain territory. Pat reflects on the days of waiting, the weight of unexpected complications, and the trust placed in the care teams at Corewell Health, guiding him forward. Through candid conversation and moments of perspective, this episode explores what happens between diagnosis and outcome. DISCLAIMER: The guest featured in this episode of Core Conversations with Natalie Baggio is both a Corewell Health patient and an employee of Mid-West Family Marketing & Media, the company producing this podcast. Corewell Health also advertises on Mid-West Family Marketing & Media radio stations, including the guest’s show Moody on the Market. Pat Moody/the guest did not receive any direct payment for his story and appearance on the podcast.  

Jonny Reinhardt talks with Katie from the North Berrien Historical Museum about all the great events and programs coming up. 

Jonny Reinhardt talks with Jamie from Krasl about all the great events and programs coming up. 

This week, we talk Our Lady of the Lake, Michigan Lutheran, and Benton Harbor Boys Basketball.

WSJM Afternoon News for 02-13-26

The Morning Show with Ken & Friends! – WSJM 94.9 | Southwest Michigan News & Talk Podcast Wake up with The Morning Show with Ken & Friends!, the go-to morning news and talk program from News/Talk/Sports 94.9 WSJM serving Southwest Michigan. Airing weekday mornings, the show delivers local news, weather updates, sports coverage, community events, and interviews with area leaders, organizations, and experts. Hosted by Ken Lundberg and the WSJM morning team, the program covers the stories shaping Berrien County, Van Buren County, and surrounding communities, along with state and national headlines that impact local listeners. Regular segments feature community spotlights, business news, public safety updates, health topics, and regional happenings, making it a daily source for staying informed in Southwest Michigan. Whether you're commuting, getting ready for work, or catching up later, the podcast version of The Morning Show with Ken & Friends! keeps you connected to local conversation, breaking news, and the people behind the stories in your community.

How much do we 'really' know about Friday the 13th? Most believe Valentines Day is a $$ racquet! And how to turn 12 cents in to 13 MILLION DOLLARS! That's what Paul Layendecker is BuZzin' about today on The Daily BuZz!!

Sports headlines for February 13, 2026.

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. 

Flick Pick is a podcast about movies. In today's episode, Andrew Green reviews Send Help, a movie now in theaters.