In recognition of Radon Action Month, the Berrien County Health Department is encouraging all residents to test their homes for radon by offering free radon testing kits and raising awareness about the health risks of long-term exposure to radon.

Brandon L. Combs, age 40, formerly of Watervliet, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026, at A Place Called Home Adult Foster Care Facility in Stevensville, following an extended illness. A celebration of Brandon’s life is being planned for mid to late June of this year at Duffield & Pastrick Family Funeral Home in Coloma. Actual day and time of the service will be updated on the funeral home website www.duffieldpastrick.com as information becomes available. Those wishing to share a memory or...

Wightman is preparing to celebrate its 80th anniversary in 2026. Beginning in January, the firm will celebrate this significant milestone by launching a year-long celebration recognizing eight decades of partnership, innovation, and community impact across the Great Lakes region.