Michigan man thought lottery ticket was a loser, wins $2 million
A Michigan man initially thought his ticket was loss. It was not.
Historic Homes Tour will show off 19th century architecture for event’s 60th year
MARSHALL, Mich. — A historic home tour is coming back for its 60th year. Local: 'Overdoses don't discriminate': Rally raises awareness about opioid epidemic, addiction. On Sept. 6 and Sept. 7 the annual Marshall Historic Home Tour is letting people experience the town's 19th century charm through a showcase of seven...
Kalamazoo’s Weather Forecast: Sunny Days Turn Rainy
It's a perfect start to the week with sunny skies ahead — but don't stash those umbrellas just yet!
‘Corks and Kegs’ returns to Binder Park Zoo this weekend. Here’s what to know:
BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — Have you ever wanted to try an array of beer, wine and food while visiting the animals at Binder Park Zoo? This weekend is your chance. "Cork and Kegs at the Zoo" returns to Binder Park Zoo on Saturday. Take a look below to find...
Long Drop-off Lines Test Patience Of Battle Creek Parents
Picture this: parents lined up for what feels like a school traffic jam that would make anyone lose their patience. It’s that time of year again!
Labor Day marks end of summer camping, but fall camping awaits in Yankee Springs
YANKEE SPRINGS, Mich. — Campers at Yankee Springs Recreation Area are packing up after labor day weekend. The park is home to a modern campground and dedicated spaces for equestrian groups and youth organizations. Hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding trails also wind through the park, catering to explorers...
‘Pop-up protest’ rallies for migrant laborers on Labor Day in Van Buren County
PAW PAW, Mich. — If you drove through Paw Paw Monday, you likely saw protestors. A local group used Labor Day to draw attention to workers' rights and federal funding. Indivisible Paw Paw stood for an hour and a half at one of the city’s busiest intersections, greeted by hundreds of honking horns and the sounds of...
Unearthed Skeletons In Coldwater Puzzle Us 117 Years Later
Imagine stumbling upon a grave that hints at giants in our own backyard—two towering skeletons that have locals buzzing with curiosity.
Labor Day’s ‘government mule’ quandary: Musicians seek fair return on songs, live shows
Welcome to our annual examination of the plight of musicians’ seeking a living wage and better working conditions. This year, we take a closer look at the negligible revenue from streaming services. SCROLL DOWN FOR GOV’T MULE PHOTO GALLERY, MUSICIAN COMMENTS. It’s apropos in some ways that the...
These 6 blank walls will be transformed this week at Kalamazoo mural festival
KALAMAZOO, MI – Kalamazoo’s cityscape is set for a vibrant transformation this week as six blank walls will be simultaneously beautified during the inaugural Brush the Block mural festival. The festival runs from Tuesday, Sept. 2, through Sunday, Sept. 7, downtown and on the Northside. Attendees to the...
