Update: Weather alert for strong thunderstorms in St. Joseph and Branch counties Saturday evening
The National Weather Service issued an updated weather alert at 6:33 p.m. EDT on Saturday for strong thunderstorms until 7:15 p.m. EDT for St. Joseph and Branch counties. Residents may experience wind gusts of up to 40 mph. "At 6:33 p.m., Doppler radar tracked strong thunderstorms along a line extending...
Water clean up after mechanical system issue temporarily closes Kalamazoo Valley Museum
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — The Kalamazoo Valley Museum is closed after issues with their mechanical systems. Local: No Kings rallygoers explain why they're protesting. Around 11:00 a.m. Sunday Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety (KDPS) were called out to Kalamazoo Valley Museum on 230 N. Rose Street after they had issues...
These Kalamazoo, MI based Dogs are the latest up for adoption and in need...
Whether you're thinking about adopting a pet or simply delight in watching cute animals, you'd find a plethora of endearing pets awaiting adoption at animal shelters across and close to kalamazoo..
SHARE Center Steps Up To Help The Homeless This Winter
As the cold sets in, the community rallies around those in need, making a difference one warm meal at a time.
Paw Paw man faces drug charges, CPS called for children found at drug house
VAN BUREN COUNTY, Mich. -- The Van Buren County Sheriff's Office reports a 43-year-old Paw Paw man was arrested following the Van Buren County Narcotics Unit's investigation into the illicit sale of methamphetamine and cocaine. The investigation led to a search warrant being executed at a home in the 200...
‘Take Back the Trash’ campaign challenges Portage single-hauler decision
PORTAGE, MI — Portage residents are pushing back against a controversial contract for trash pickup in the city. If organizers can collect 4,000 signatures to “take back the trash” before Dec. 20, the issue will go to a vote in May 2026, just two months after the single-hauler ordinance takes effect.
West Michigan Rain Totals Top 2.5 Inches After Weekend Storms
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Grand Rapids, MI – Parts of west and southwest Michigan saw a soaking weekend as a slow-moving system brought steady, widespread rainfall across the region. According to the National Weather Service in...
Kalamazoo’s Two Fellas Grill Shuts Down Gull Road Spot Suddenly
Two Fellas Grill suddenly closes its Gull Road spot in Kalamazoo, leaving locals without a late-night food favorite.
Michigan National Guard company heads to southern border
On Friday, family, friends, and community members filled the stands at Western Michigan University’s Lawson Ice Arena, cheering as soldiers from the Michigan Army National Guard’s 1430th Engineer Company marched in for their departure ceremony.
Deadly Deer Virus Confirmed in 4 Michigan Counties
Deer in several Michigan counties have tested positive for a deadly viral disease.

















