May 31, 2026

Harbormaster Mike Moran and the St. Joseph - Benton Harbor Shipping News

Harbormaster Mike Moran and the St. Joseph - Benton Harbor Shipping News
Harbormaster Mike Moran and the St. Joseph - Benton Harbor Shipping News
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Harbormaster Mike Moran and the St. Joseph - Benton Harbor Shipping News

What does a harbormaster do, and why does Southwest Michigan need one? In this episode, St. Joseph Harbormaster Mike Moran shares how he went from Coast Guard member and shipping enthusiast to coordinating activity in one of Lake Michigan's busiest small harbors. Learn how commercial freighters, tugboats, and research vessels move through the harbor, why ship watching has become a popular attraction, and the story behind the beloved "St. Joe-nuts" tradition. Whether you're a boating enthusiast, a maritime history buff, or simply curious about life on the waterfront, this conversation offers a fascinating look at the activity that keeps St. Joseph's harbor moving.