Curbside collection of storm debris starts Tuesday in Kalamazoo
KALAMAZOO, MI (WKZO AM/FM) – Even though the power is back on, the clean-up from the May 15 major storm in Kalamazoo continues. Curbside collection of fallen branches and limbs from the storm will start Tuesday, May 27 for city residents. You can place any volume and any size of fallen branches, limbs, or debris from...
Homeless Shelter In Kalamazoo Delayed, Winter Shelters In Works
Homelessness has become one of the biggest problems in not just Michigan but all over the United States as many people are losing their homes for several different reasons. Some people have lost their jobs, have gotten hurt at work, come back from the military, and other unfortunate situations that have landed them...
Police to bolster security at Hastings graduation ceremony
HASTINGS, Mich. — Hastings Area School System said there will be more police officers present at the high school graduation ceremony Thursday evening after investigating a now non-credible threat. The school district said the police department learned about a potential threat against the high school. While the...
$100K in Damage at Kalamazoo Nature Preserve – Police Hunt for Suspects
Kalamazoo Police are asking for help identifying suspects involved in a vandalism incident at Bow in the Clouds Preserve. The 60-acre natural area—owned and managed by Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy (SWMLC)—features scenic trails, wetlands, and observation decks. Bow of the Clouds Vandalized April 25. According...
New Kalamazoo County career center offers teens hands-on learning
A new career center campus aims to make it easier for Kalamazoo County teens to get hands-on experience in high-demand careers.
Father of man killed in Kalamazoo tries to jump court barrier at murder hearing
KALAMAZOO, MI — During testimony, the father of a man shot and killed outside a Kalamazoo distillery tried to jump over a barrier in the courtroom, disrupting a hearing for the man charged with his son’s murder. The outburst happened Thursday, May 22, in Kalamazoo County District Court...
Legendary Michigan Parade May Be In Its Final Years
Parades are one of the most exciting spectacles in life as many people take the time out of their lives to represent their organizations while walking through their city, spreading joy and candy to everyone watching. There are several different parades that happen in a year for several different reasons some of them...
K-Central holds Signing Day ceremony for college bound athletes
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Kalamazoo Central held a Signing Day ceremony on Wednesday, May 19th inside the school auditorium. A total of 24 student-athletes signed their new college flags while getting recognized for their varsity accomplishments. SMAC sports:Knights hold Signing Day ceremony as student athletes take center...
Kalamazoo offers curbside storm debris pickup in wake of severe weather
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — In wake of the May 15 severe weather that struck our area, the city of Kalamazoo is offering curbside collection of fallen branches and limbs to residents. City residents can place any volume and any size of fallen branches, limbs, or debris from trees at the...
‘It’s an honor’: KPS Superintendent named Region VII Superintendent of the Year
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — With less than two years under his belt at Kalamazoo Public Schools, superintendent Dr. Darrin Slade has been named the Michigan Association of Superintendents and Administrators (MASA) Region VII Superintendent of the Year. Region VII includes the public school and intermediate school districts in...
