Tribune Staff Report
BERRIEN SPRINGS After a 16-year hiatus, the Berrien Springs Pickle Festival returns from 7 a.m. to dusk Sunday.
The day begins with registration and packet pickup at 7 a.m. at the Berrien County Youth Fair, 9122 U.S, Hwy. 31, for the inaugural “In a Pickle 5K” race. Pre-register at runsignup.com. The race begins at 8 a.m.
The Berrien Springs-Oronoko Township Fire Department presents a breakfast from 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Public Safety Building, 4583 Snow Road.
At 10:00 a.m., the festival starts on the grounds of the History Center at Courthouse Square and the Berrien Springs Community Library. Activities include contests such as big wheel racing, the pickle fling and a pickle decorating contest. Kids can enjoy old-fashioned games on the library grounds, with prizes for all winners. A special pickle-themed tasting room will be inside the 1839 Courthouse.
June 5, 2021
The United Way of Southwest Michigan has launched a summer food drive. Spokesperson Jennifer Tomshack tells WSJM News Summer Stock Up is intended to help local food pantries continue their mission during a lull period.
“People are more apt to give during the winter holidays, so their shelves are well stocked through the winter months, which is great, but come June, it can be a little lean,” Tomshack said.
Tomshack says this is a statewide effort with United Ways throughout Michigan collecting food thanks to support from Kellogg. There are several drop off sites where you can bring by items that might be sitting in your cupboard. Or…
The United Way of Southwest Michigan has launched a summer food drive. Spokesperson Jennifer Tomshack tells WSJM News Summer Stock Up is intended to help local
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