Van Buren County residents optimistic about Palisades reactivation
VAN BUREN COUNTY, Mich. — The Palisades station in Covert Township is about to take the unprecedented step of reopening. In a matter of months, it will produce power once again, and local and county officials in Van Buren County have spent the summer preparing for decontamination and evacuation in a worst-case...
Richland Animal Rescue to offer free vaccines, microchips for cats and dogs Saturday
RICHLAND, Mich. — Pet owners in the Richland area will have the chance to get their four-legged friends free vaccines and microchips on Saturday. The Richland Animal Rescue said they will set up shop at Pampered Paws Doggie Daycare on North 34th Street from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., offering free rabies vaccines and...
Meet Maui The Playful Pup Ready For A Forever Home
At just two years old, Maui's playful spirit and love for cuddles make him the perfect companion. Who could resist that adorable face?. Maui has been at the shelter for two months. He's a super lovable doggie that deserves an equally lovable home. This is what the SPCA of Southwest Michigan has to say about this...
Man injured in dune crash
GOLDEN TOWNSHIP — A 23-year-old Kalamazoo man was transported to an area hospital after the side-by-side ATV he was driving at the Silver Lake Sand Dunes Sunday, Aug. 10, “overturned several times,” according to an Oceana County Sheriff’s Office accident report. The man was operating a...
Deputies: Lawton man, passenger hurt in Mecosta County crash
Deputies say a driver and his passenger were taken to the hospital after a crash in Mecosta County.
Six injured after SUV crashes into Amish buggy in Southwest Michigan
Six Amish buggy riders were taken to a hospital – one with critical injuries – after a sport utility vehicle struck a buggy in Van Buren County.
Pickleball 365: Michigan’s Self‑Serve Pickleball Facility
Michigan's new autonomous pickleball club is open 24/7, 365. Locals love the smart tech and easy app access, check it out!
Portage Public Schools seeking to ‘cover the gaps’ after school bond money turns up...
PORTAGE, Mich. — Portage Public Schools is asking voters to approve a bond this November, to the tune of $132.4 million dollars. The district tells FOX 17 the bond will not increase taxes, as other bonds are expiring. In 2021 the district passed a bond to rebuild and renovate...
Civic Snapshot: August 6, 2025 City of Kalamazoo Civil Rights Board
The Board Members discussed updates on ordinance enforcement, emphasizing the need for collaboration with the city commission and the search for a new city manager. The board appointed members to various subcommittees, including the educational and ordinance review committees. They reviewed the public complaint log,...
Kalamazoo sees success with youth justice reforms, but serious crimes persist
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Nearly two years ago, a package of bills were signed into Michigan law to reform the youth justice system by providing more mental health resources, while creating programs to keep kids out of the system. In 2025, youth crime is down compared to this time last...