@citizenptnewsmi.bsky.socialBerrien County's Road Department is racing against time to fill high-demand engineering positions while navigating unexpected challenges that cut internships short.
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@citizenptnewsmi.bsky.socialBerrien County just approved a $27.6 million plan for 144 new residential units, promising affordable housing for the community!
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@citizenptnewsmi.bsky.socialBerrien County is rethinking its emergency operations center plans, cutting the proposed footprint by nearly 9,000 sq ft and eyeing a new facility costing up to $30 million—what will the commissioners decide next?
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@citizenptnewsmi.bsky.socialBerrien County is taking a groundbreaking step to tackle youth domestic battery by introducing a Family Violence Intervention Program that aims to reroute at-risk teens into community support rather than detention.
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@berriendems.bsky.socialWho’s on the ballot?
Check out our 2026 Democratic voter guide to get familiar with the candidates running across Berrien County and Michigan. Learn more about the races, get informed, and make your voice heard this November. 💙
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@citizenptnewsmi.bsky.socialBerrien County's board chair warns that without state funding, local counties might be left to foot the bill for public transit, urging caution on new taxes that could burden rural property owners.
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@citizenptnewsmi.bsky.socialThe Children's Advocacy Center is hailed as a vital force in Berrien County, uniting law enforcement and the judiciary to ensure safer investigations and better courtroom outcomes for vulnerable children.
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@citizenptnewsmi.bsky.socialBerrien County’s Children’s Advocacy Center is facing a $140,000 budget shortfall, risking vital services for children amid federal funding cuts.
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@citizenptnewsmi.bsky.socialBerrien County commissioners have taken a bold step by waiving attorney-client privilege to address serious governance issues within Kinexus, revealing potential misconduct that could reshape the future of workforce development in the region.
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@citizenptnewsmi.bsky.socialBerrien County is on the brink of a major transportation overhaul with a new authority aimed at better serving rural areas and vulnerable riders—are you ready for the changes coming in 2026?
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@citizenptnewsmi.bsky.socialBerrien County faces a looming funding gap as state grants dwindle, potentially leading to a countywide millage to keep essential services afloat.
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@citizenptnewsmi.bsky.socialIndiana Michigan Power is investing $300,000 into local projects while pursuing the relicensing of the Cook Nuclear plant—what's next for Berrien County?
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@citizenptnewsmi.bsky.socialBerrien County is on the verge of launching a new transportation authority aimed at enhancing transit services and securing crucial funding—could this be the game-changer residents have been waiting for?
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@citizenptnewsmi.bsky.socialBerrien County's road department is ramping up construction projects and eyeing an uncertain $1.8 million in funding—what's next for our roads?
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@citizenptnewsmi.bsky.socialA potential $3.5 million liability looms over Connexus as federal agencies probe the handling of forgiven PPP loans and employee retention credits.
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@citizenptnewsmi.bsky.socialBerrien County is on the brink of a major transformation with a proposed $39 million project to build 34 new homes, including affordable options for families in need.
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@citizenptnewsmi.bsky.socialA recent interim governance report reveals alarming control deficiencies at Connexus Group, where key decisions affecting over $18 million in public workforce funds were made by a small executive committee instead of the full board.
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@citizenptnewsmi.bsky.socialBerrien County is taking a monumental step towards enhancing public transportation by proposing a new authority with a diverse 11-member board to advocate for the community's needs!
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