04-30-24 WSJM Afternoon News

Sarah Spoonholtz from the Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber talks about all of the great events coming up including ribbon cuttings, Business After Hours and more! 

National Sense of Smell Day. Serious eats! And ways clutter can affect our health! That's what Paul Layendecker is BuZzin' about today on The Daily BuZz!!

In today's news: Effort to dredge the St. Joseph River for rec. boaters is stalled Pushback on State Rep. Andrews' short-term rental bills Pedestrian island back on track for St. Joseph's Main Street and more!

Here's what you might have missed from The Morning Show with Jonny & Ken for Monday Apr. 29th:  Ken updates us on the garage door repair, Detroit shatters record for NFL Draft, MLB is blaming Nike for bad uniforms, all that and more on the show! 

Miryssa Nelson of Coloma Softball is our WSJM Sports Player of the Week Coloma went 4-0 for the week with a sweep of Fennville 15-0, and 16-1,  Then the Comets swept Parchment 13-3 and 13-7. Miryssa was the starting pitcher in both of the opening game wins.  Against Fennville she allowed 1 hit and struck out 6 and against Parchment, she allowed 6 hits and had 2 earned runs while striking out 3. At the plate in the leadoff position, she's batted .750 for the week with 7 singles, 2 doubles, 4 walks, scored 8 times and had 5 rbi and stole two bases. She has a .621 batting average this season. Miryssa is currently a senior at Coloma high school and has a 3.9 GPA.  She also plays volleyball and basketball.

Today in Sports Detroit smashes the NFL Draft attendance record with over 775,000 fans flooding downtown Detroit over the three day draft.   Beating 600,000 by Nashville in 2019. Tigers take 2 of the 3 with Kansas City after beating Royals 4-1 on Sunday, Tigers home again tonight at 6:40 against St. Louis, 6:15 on WSJM. White Sox beat Tampa Bay 4-2 and complete three game sweep, improving record to 6-22.   Sox home vs. Minnesota tonight at 7:40. Cubs fall in 9th inning to Boston 5-4, Cubs remain out east as they visit the NY Mets at 7:10. NBA and NHL playoff results.

In today's news: Michigan State Police puts wounded trooper back on duty Upton Middle School named Evergreen School by EGLE Local officials facing primary challenges in August  and more!

Robotics Roundup is brought to you by Lake Michigan College, AEP Cook Nuclear Plant, and Berrien Springs Public Schools.  Robotics in Southwest Michigan would not be what it is without the many team mentors and volunteers. One of those volunteers is Scott Bradford who has spent many years volunteering with St. Joseph's Average Joes as well as one of the game announcers for the St. Joe competition, Berrien Springs competition and more! 

Got Something to Say? is brought to you by United Federal Credit Union - We Get U!  Michael Mompremier joins Jonny Reinhardt to talk about an upcoming hiring event happening Wednesday May 1st! Learn more at miworks.org/events 

John's goest this week is Kerry Hellmuth, the author of a new book, Willkie Sprint. Ir is a true life coming of age book about her racing and winning the first Little 500 for women at Indiana University, which parallels the men's race of that name, featured in the Academy Award winning movie: Breaking Away.

On this week's show, we spotlight St. Joe Softball, Lakeshore Boys Track, Bridgman Softball, and Berrien Springs Soccer.

04-26-24 WSJM Afternoon News

Meet Kyan...he is just a big softie! This sweet boy came to us as a stray. Kyan loves to go for walks, and does pretty well on a leash! He has just enough energy to get some playtime in, but not so much that he is overwhelming with his size. Kyan doesn't mind other dogs, and he enjoys snuggles with his favorite people. He weighs around 75 pounds, is neutered, vaccinated, heartworm negative, and microchipped. We estimate him to be 1-2 years old. Go to al-van.org/adopt to fill out an application if our big, adorable Kyan seems like your perfect match.

Jonny Reinhardt talks with Berrien RESA Superintendent Eric Hoppstock as well as Laura Robinson and Jen Fentress about Read and Ride - Parents as Teacher Collaboration with Silver Beach Carousel. 

Daniele from St. Joe Today talks about all of the great things happening this weekend in Southwest Michigan! 

It's normal to see demons in your bedroom? And Italian 'ice cream' ban! And a tree virus is affecting the world chocolate supply!  That's what Paul Layendecker is BuZzin' about today on The Daily BuZz!!

Today in Spors 275,000 fans descend into downtown Detroit for round 1 of the NFL Draft.  Bears, as expected, take USC QB Caleb Williams with the top pick, also take University of Washington WR Rome Odunze at pick 9.   Lions move up 5 spots with a trade with Dallas to take Alabama CB Terrion Arnold at 24.   Michigan QB J.J. McCarthy taken at #10 to Minnesota.  Tigers off on Thursday.  Host Kansas City at 1:10 to make way for NFL Draft, 12:45 pregame on WSJM. White Sox losing streak reaches 7 following 6-3 loss to Twins.  Chicago now MLB worst 3-22 on the season. Crow-Armstong's first MLB hit is a 2 run home run to give the Cubs a series sweep of Astros with 3-1 win.    NBA and NHL Playoff results Kalamazoo Wings pushed to the brink of elimination, host Red WIngs affiliate Toledo in Game 4 tonight. HS Sports scores

In today's news: Whirlpool Corp. job cuts expected next week Flurry of Republican primary challenges in Berrien County One down, two to go in NFL Draft in Detroit and more!

Flick Pick - The First Omen

Got Something to Say? is brought to you by United Federal Credit Union - We Get U!  Twin City Players is getting ready to break ground on an expansion project on April 26th. Jonny talks with Larry from TCP about this project as well as their season announcement from their 92nd season. 

Got Something to Say? is brought to you by United Federal Credit Union - We Get U!  Jamie from the Krasl Art Center talks about all of the great events that are coming up soon, ways you can volunteer, the upcoming Krasl Art Fair and more! 

Magenta HOT! Have a female doctor? You'll live longer! And at what age do we become 'old?' That's what Paul Layendecker is BuZzin' about today on The Daily BuZz!!

Today in Sports The Tigers fall to Tampa 7-5, ending Detroit's 3 game winning streak, still take series.  Detroit is off today. White Sox drop 6th straight, fall to Twins 6-3.  Final game of 4 game set today at 1:10. Cubs score 4 times in the first to beat Houston 4-3.  Verlander starts for Houston today in series finale at 2:20 at Wrigley NBA and NHL playoff scores NFL Draft begins tonight in Downtown Detroit Lions resign WR St. Brown and OT Sewell to extensions. Bears unveil plans for nearly $5 billion development for new stadium along lakefront HS Scores

Got Something to Say? is brought to you by United Federal Credit Union - We Get U!  Jonny Reinhardt talks with Michael Hoyh about Richard Hunt Day which is April 24th. Michael talks about how you can celebrate the legacy of Richard Hunt on this day. 

Got Something to Say? is brought to you by United Federal Credit Union - We Get U!  Wolf Financial Advisory has a new Charity of the Month and it's Red Bud Area Ministries, they talk with Jonny Reinhardt to learn more about RAM and how you can help! 

Today in Sports Tigers pick up third straight win as Riley Greene hits two home runs in 4-2 win at Tampa Bay.   Tigers face Rays again tonight at 6:50, pregame on WSJM tonight at 6:25 White Sox fall to Twins 6-5 with 2 outs in the bottom of the 9th on a walkoff RBI single.  Chicago falls to MLB worst 3-20, drop 5th straight Cubs score 5 in the first to beat Houston 7-2.   Siakum has 37 in Pacers 125-108 playoff win at Milwaukee, Series tied 1-1 going back to Indy. Minnesota goes up 2-0 on Phoenix, Dallas ties series with Clippers at 1-1. NHL Playoffs, Rangers beat Washington, to go up 2-0, Florida beat Tampa in OT, also going up 2-0.   Colorado beat Winnipeg, and Nashville beats Vancouver.  Both series tied at 1-1. High School Sports from Tuesday

Forgotten in an UBER. Chief Ice Cream "Officer." And a snake the size of a BUS!? That's what Paul Layendecker is BuZzin' about today on The Daily BuZz!!

Today in Sports Tigers down Tampa Bay 7-1, Tarik Skubal goes 6 scoreless innings as Tigers win 3 or 4.   Detroit at Tampa tonight at 6:50, 6:25 pregame on WSJM. White Sox blanked for the 8th time this season with 7-0 loss at Twins.  Sox back at Minnesota at 7:40 tonight. Cubs were off on Monday, Chicago welcomes Houston for a three game set at Wrigley starting tonight at 7:40. NBA Playoff winners, Cleveland, New York, Denver, all take 2-0 series lead. NHL Playoffs. Toronto over Boston, series now tied.   Carolina beats Islanders, up 2-0.  Vegas and Edmonton take game 1's Chicago Bears will hold news conference on Wednesday to announce plans for new stadium along Chicago lakefront.  Monday's HS Soccer scores.   St. Joe, Lakeshore, Michigan Lutheran, Our Lady of the Lake all winners.

In today's news: Huizenga cracks down on Iran St. Joseph is Bee City, USA Going Pro Talent Fund Grants Crime Victims' Rights Week and more!

04-22-24 WSJM Afternoon News

Bring on the Murse! how to look younger without cosmetic surgery! And the world's loneliest color. That's what Paul Layendecker is BuZzin' about today on The Daily BuZz!!

Ellie Howard of Our Lady of the Lake girls soccer is our WSJM Sports Player of the Week.  The Lakers went 3-1 over the week, falling to Kalamazoo Hackett, but defeating Covert, and then beating Niles and Dowagiac in a Saturday tournament. Ellie had 5 goals and an assist in the three wins, including a hat trick against Covert.   Ellie is a junior and in the classroom, she has a 4.3 GPA

Today in Sports Tigers pitcher Casey Mize picks up his first win since 2021 after Tommy John and back surgery as Detroit takes two of three game series with 6-1 win over Twins.  Tigers in Tampa Bay tonight at 6:50, 6:25 pregame on WSJM. White Sox swept by Philadelphia with 8-2 loss to Phillies.  Sox in Minnesota tonight. Cubs fall to Marlins 6-3 at Wrigley to split four game set,  Cubs off tonight. NHL and NBA Playoffs game 1's from Sunday NFL Draft in Detroit this week could see record amounts of Wolverines selected. HS Schedules for tonight.

In today's news: Berrien County's prosecutor stepping down New Buffalo Area Schools building housing  SW Mich housing market sales plunge in March and more!

Got Something to Say? is brought to you by United Federal Credit Union - We Get U! The Wild Game Dinner is happening at The Chapel in St. Joe April 25th and 26th. Get your tickets at yourplacetobelong.com  Jonny Reinhardt talks with Paul Carteaux about what will be happening at this years dinner.

John's guest this week is Carol Lime, Executive Director of Fernwood Botanical Gardens along the Saint Joseph River in Berrien County, Michigan, They talk over the vast and ever changing "gardens" near Buchanan. Really a combination of thousands of acres of woods, prairies, riverside land and buildings dedicated to bringing a fresh perspective of the environment, native and imported in this award-winning private/public adventure.

On this week's show, we talk Benton Harbor Golf, Benton Harbor Baseball, St. Joe Baseball, and St. Joe Tennis.

04-19-24 WSJM Afternoon News

WMTA Marketing Dir. Paige Bodine takes us to a Lantern Festival, Earth Day Celebration and on a walking tour around Michigan today!

A royal for a day. Martian dirt in limbo. And the "Weekend at Bernie's' Bank Loan! That's what Paul Layendecker is BuZzin' about today on The Daily BuZz!!

Today in Sports Tigers drop 3rd of 4 game series with Texas after Rangers score in 8th and 9th for a 9-7 over Detroit.  Tigers travel to Minnesota tonight at 8:10, 7:45 pregame on WSJM. Cubs and Marlins postponed, doubleheader on Saturday, today's game at 2:20 at Wrigley White Sox off on Thursday, Sox in Philly tonight at 6:40 Blackhawks fall to LA Kings 5-4 in OT in NHL's final game of the regular season.   Arizona Coyotes to relocated to Salt Lake City next season Bulls in Miami tonight in NBA play-in tournament, winner to face league leading Celtics in round 1.    Sacramento at New Orleans in West play-in game,  Winner gets OKC NFL Draft less than a week away in downtown Detroit, Lions pick 29, not expecting to take a starter.  Bears most likely to grab USC QB Williams with #1 pick, also pick #9. High School Sports scores

In today's news: A new candidate running for Berrien County Prosecutor The Bicentennial Bridge is back open for boat traffic Bridgman School District admits it overtaxed; reimburses $1.2 million and more!

Flick Pick - Civil War

04-18-24 WSJM Afternoon News

Jonny Reinhardt talks with Berrien RESA Superintendent Eric Hoppstock and Tonya Snyder and Dr. Denise Smith about the Michigan High School Research Symposium. 

Daniele from St. Joe Today talks about some of the great things that are happening this weekend.  Karen Joy from Nature Therapy Michiana talks about the importance of getting outside and some of the great things she is doing. 

Naps during work can make you more productive! Let's hear it for the Girls! And say it with me: ROAD TRIP! That's what Paul Layendecker is BuZzin' about today on The Daily BuZz!!