Battle Creek street named for church pastors and their 20 years of service
BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — Battle Creek celebrated a first Sunday afternoon, with a street named for a husband-and-wife team, and two of the city's most giving citizens. A ceremony honored Ivan and Tina Lee, the pastors of New Harvest Church. Mayor Mark Behnke spoke at a ribbon cutting for...
Group of residents hopes to reverse zoning for data center in Augusta Charter Township
Residents in a rural area of Washtenaw County will vote next year on a ballot question related to a rezoning for a proposed data center. Travis Matts is an organizer of the petition drive, called Protect Augusta Charter Township. He says the data center will create noise, environmental damage, and worsen electricity...
Printmedia Society allows students to experiment with printing at eraser-carving event
Western Michigan University's Printmedia Society hosted the “Make your own Eraser Print” event in South Kohrman Hall Oct. 12. The event served as a way for WMU students to learn more about print media and how to create it. “It's just an event where we're trying to introduce...
Vandalism investigation ongoing after several headstones damaged at historic cemetery
EMMETT TOWNSHIP, Mich. — Damage to several headstones at a historical cemetery is being investigated as a possible vandalism. Emmett Township Police Department (ETPD) officers are investigating a possible vandalism after Emmett Historical Preservation Committee Chair Heather Rocho discovered on Friday night around 7...
WATCH: Runner who survived heart attack at Detroit marathon finishes final miles
One year after suffering a heart attack mid-race, a Kalamazoo runner finished the last few miles in the 2025 Detroit Free Press marathon, with Patrick Banderbush completing the marathon 1 year later.
Skinny Kenny’s BBQ In Kalamazoo Announces Final Closure
After six years of serving up mouthwatering BBQ, a beloved local spot is preparing to say goodbye. Let’s take a moment to appreciate the memories they’ve made.
Kalamazoo’s Timid Rabbit Costume Shop To Close After 50 Years
After more than five decades, Kalamazoo's favorite costume shop is hanging up its cape. A few more chances to snag that perfect outfit await your visit!
Kalamazoo nonprofit helps fathers reconnect with their children
A Kalamazoo organization is working to fill a gap in services for fathers who want to be more involved in raising their children.
A Sweet Surprise: New Ice Cream Shop in Kalamazoo
As local stands close for winter a new ice cream shop brings year-round ice cream and dirty sodas to Kalamazoo.
Kalamazoo veteran uses military lessons in road to recovery
A Kalamazoo veteran is in the final stages of recovery after losing his foot in an accident.
