Meet Olivia Ford: Three Rivers’ Inspiring Student-Athlete
Meet a third-grader who's not just hitting the court, but also hitting all the right notes with her teammates. This young sports star is on the rise.
Sigma Tau Delta creates a home for English lovers at WMU
The Western Michigan University (WMU) chapter of Sigma Tau Delta (STD) hosted their first yearly meeting on Sept. 9 welcoming old and new members to join the English honors society. Alpha Nu Pi is the local chapter of STD and a Registered Student Organization at WMU. They hope to continue...
St. Joseph County Grange Fair kicks off with entertainment
ST. JOSEPH, Mich. (WSBT) — Michigan's St. Joseph County Grange Fair is underway!. Several 4-H animal shows will take place throughout August 14 to 21, along with a variety of entertainment. Including a rodeo, tractor pulls and a demolition derby. New this year, the fair will have the Tiny...
Arson fire damages playground structure in Otsego
OTSEGO, MI (WKZO AM/FM) – The Otsego Police Department is looking for the public’s help to solve an arson fire that destroyed a playground structure in the city earlier this month. September 2 at 12:18 a.m. Allegan County Dispatch received a call regarding a fire engulfing the wooden...
Driver crashes into Portage resident after medical issue
PORTAGE, Mich. (WOOD) — A driver crashed into a utility pole and then a restaurant building in Portage on Friday morning after suffering a medical issue, authorities said. The car struck Viva! Fajita Restaurant near the intersection of Portage Road and Winters Drive, according to Portage Public Safety Director Nick...
Vibes Fest, Michigan Irish Fest, Lucius Fox, Celeste Allison, Soccer Mommy: Photo Recap
Music lovers couldn’t have asked for much more: Regional bands at KDL Vibes Fest, Celtic strains in Muskegon, an M-45 Celebration, album-release shows in Kalamazoo. The photos at Local Spins. SCROLL DOWN TO BROWSE PHOTOS FROM ALL OF THE EVENTS. September’s late-summer glory had a lot to offer music...
Portage celebrates German culture at 3rd Oktoberfest with music, games, and vendors
PORTAGE, Mich. — Portage celebrated German culture Saturday during the 3rd annual Oktoberfest. The celebrations, free to the public, happened right off Westnedge. Local: KDPS investigate hit and run causing power outage. The event was a great way to squeeze the last bit out of a great summer, according...
Kalamazoo’s Vine neighborhood hosts A Recipe for Abundance, building community
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — A special kind of block party took place in Kalamazoo on Saturday. The party, called "A Recipe for Abundance," allowed people a chance to meet their neighbors and collaborate in Kalamazoo's Vine neighborhood. Local: Silent Climb at WMU's Waldo Stadium honors lives lost on 9/11. "It's...
Beloved Craftsman Chop Company Closes After 20 Years In Portage
After nearly two decades serving the community, a beloved local eatery is saying goodbye, leaving behind a wave of memories and heartfelt thanks.
Police: Man dies after Battle Creek motorcycle crash
A 52-year-old motorcyclist died after a crash in Battle Creek on Friday afternoon, police say.

















