Iconic Kalamazoo Ice Cream Shop Sets Closing Date
However, we can't say we didn't see this one coming. The new owners of the beloved ice cream shop were very vocal about the challenges their business faced in recent years and it sounds as though they were quite able to recover. Here's What We Know About Kalamazoo's Latest Business...
AUDIO: Kalamazoo woman to compete for Miss Wheelchair USA
KALAMAZOO, MI (WKZO AM/FM) – July is Disability Pride Month and Saturday is the anniversary date for the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Kalamazoo has a special reason to mark the occasion this year because a Kalamazoo woman has been named Miss Wheelchair Michigan. Rynita McGuire has a congenital...
Incredible Survival Story After Lightning Hits Truck In Michigan
Thursday night brought strong storms to Southwest Michigan, and one man in particular is lucky to be alive after his F-150 was struck by lightning while he was driving in the Fort Custer Recreation area in Augusta. I think we all have a fear of being struck by lightning, but...
The Surprising Story Behind Purple Front Doors In Our Town
In Southwest Michigan, those purple doors aren’t just for show. They hold stories of magic, prosperity, and even a bit of royal flair. I've been a Prince for my entire life. With that being said, I must confess that when I see a house with a purple door, I immediately assume that the homeowner is also a fan of the...
6 Historic Michigan Restaurants Worth the Road Trip from Kalamazoo
From the roaring twenties to today, some restaurants have become pillars of their communities. Let’s celebrate the enduring spirit of these dining gems. The restaurant industry may be one of the toughest in America. Keeping a restaurant open is quite a hustle in any economy. We have restaurants that have been open in...
Kalamazoo officials urge parents to better manage children at night
KALAMAZOO, MI (WKZO AM/FM) – Kalamazoo has seen a decrease in youth gun violence so far this year, but that doesn’t mean it’s been eliminated entirely, as four shootings on the 4th of July were proof of that. Local officials are calling on parents to do a...
Suspects arraigned in Easter Sunday murder of John Lusch
Three persons are being held in the April 20 murder of John Lusch, 45, of Marshall, who was killed by gunshot in a house on the 900 block of Orchard Place in Jackson. Defendants Bryan Johnson, age 21; Jemel Milton, age 35; and Phillip Gauze, age 40, have been arraigned on the charges of First-Degree Homicide, Felony...
Driver describes head-on RV crash that killed Kalamazoo woman
KALAMAZOO, MI — Jim Jager has seen other cars drift over the centerline while driving his 36-foot RV on road trips. The drivers usually notice and correct their path. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our...
Man returned to Michigan to be charged in girlfriend’s death
A man accused of shooting and killing his girlfriend near Battle Creek last month has been brought back to Michigan to face a murder charge.
Portage mayor responds to criticism of Waste Management trash pickup contract
PORTAGE, Mich. — Portage says it's set on picking a single provider to haul away trash. City officials are denouncing what they call a lack of decorum at Tuesday's city council meeting after residents upset about the decision made their voices heard. Right now, residents have a few different...