WMU and Kalamazoo County consider new management plan for Asylum Lake Preserve
Western Michigan University (WMU) and Kalamazoo County officials are discussing a proposal that could change management of Asylum Lake Preserve from the university to the county. Asylum Lake Preserve is a 274-acre natural area located near the intersection of Drake Road and Parkview Avenue. The preserve is currently...
Meat Cute tops ‘Punk Rock Lottery,’ plus Neighbor, Fox Stevenson, Toasters, Shlump
The region’s first-ever Punk Rock Lottery featuring three new bands revved up Dormouse Theatre, closing out a week of rousing shows by The Jet Stone Conspiracy, Supo and more. Browse the photos. SCROLL DOWN FOR PHOTO GALLERIES. Call it a slice of festival frolicking in the midst of a...
Annual Chili Cook-off heats up downtown Kalamazoo Saturday
KALAMAZOO, MI (WKZO AM/FM) – Hundreds braved the cold Saturday to sample chili at over 20 locations during the 21st Annual Downtown Kalamazoo Chili Cook-Off. The People’s Choice award went to Factory Coffee. They also won that award in 2025. The Judge’s Choice was won by ROCA Kalamazoo,...
Recycled tires under a Southwest Michigan street prevent cracks, costly repairs
ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, MI — Southwest Michigan road commissioners are using recycled tires to extend the life of a residential road in Mottville Township. Just north of the Indiana border, M-103 branches off to Old M-103, a 0.46 mile stretch of cracking pavement. In 2024, the St. Joseph County...
Winter weather advisory affecting Southern Michigan until early Monday evening
A winter weather advisory was issued by the National Weather Service on Monday at 9:52 a.m. EST in effect until 4 p.m. EST for Cass, St. Joseph, Branch, Hillsdale and Berrien counties. “Freezing drizzle with ice accumulation of a glaze,” can be expected according to the weather service. “A mix...
Parents In Kalamazoo Frustrated By Last-minute School Closures
Imagine getting up before dawn only to find out school is closed. That's the reality for many Kalamazoo parents right now.
Kalamazoo’s Cold Streak: 27 Days Below Freezing Forecast
(UPDATE) With the mercury stuck below freezing, Kalamazoo and Battle Creek are about to make some unwanted history that locals won’t soon forget.
Nearly 30 unique chili concoctions competing for bragging rights at 21st annual cook off
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Nearly 30 unique chili creations took to the streets of downtown on Saturday. Scam | Fake towing service targets stranded drivers during winter storms. For the 21st Annual Chili Cook-Off, downtown Kalamazoo businesses busted out their chili pots and cooked up an array of chili-inspired dishes for...
St. Joseph County gives kids teddy bears made of old deputy uniforms
Children in St. Joseph County who have been in traumatic situations have received handmade teddy bears created from retired deputy uniforms.
Kalamazoo’s Unexpected Connection To Jeffrey Epstein Files
Kalamazoo's name pops up in an unexpected scandal, with connections reaching all the way to a royal family member. Grab your coffee; this is a wild ride.
