5 different departments respond to mobile home fire in Van Buren County
VAN BUREN COUNTY, Mich. — Five different departments responded to a fire at a Columbia Township mobile home early Sunday morning. According to South Haven Area Emergency Services (SHAES), the departments were dispatched to 18th Avenue near 53rd Street, west of Breedsville, around 3:15 a.m. The single occupant of...
📢 Battle Creek Mayor’s March 29 Update: Holiday Hours, Yard Waste & Water Quality
Mayor Mark Behnke shared several updates for Battle Creek neighbors in his March 29, 2026 report:. Good Friday (April 3): City offices and Ride Calhoun admin offices will be closed, but bus services and Republic Services pickups will run as usual. Full Blast Recreation Center will stay open.
Grand Rapids Schools Equip Buses with Stop-Arm Cameras
Michigan students get safer as GRPS joins districts using stop-arm cameras to ticket drivers passing stopped school buses.
🐶 Playful, Gentle & Loyal Dogs Ready for Adoption in Kalamazoo
Looking for a furry friend to brighten your days? These wonderful dogs in Kalamazoo, MI are waiting for loving homes. Each one has a unique personality and plenty of love to give.
📢 Free Lead Abatement Supervisor Training in Kalamazoo, April 6–9
A free, four-day Lead Abatement Supervisor Training will be held April 6–9, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day at Kalamazoo Michigan Works, 1601 S Burdick St. Participants will learn hands-on methods for safely removing lead hazards from homes, including window and door replacement, lead-safe painting, and HEPA...
🚧 Runway 17-35 Extension Starts April 27 at Kalamazoo Airport
Construction on Runway 17-35 at the Kalamazoo Battle Creek International Airport will start on April 27, 2026. The project will extend the runway by 450 feet and include new pavement, lighting relocation, grading, drainage, and safety upgrades.
🏭 Multiple Manufacturing Jobs in Kalamazoo County – $20/hr+
Kalamazoo County’s manufacturing scene is buzzing this month, with solid openings for folks who like hands-on work and steady hours. These roles come with good pay, benefits, and room to grow.
Paw Paw Police Honor Van Buren County Sheriff’s Deputies
The Paw Paw Police Department recently hosted a ceremony to recognize individuals and organizations that have gone above and beyond in serving the community. Several Van Buren County Sheriff’s Office deputies were honored for their outstanding contributions, and the Reserve Division received a group award for their...
Branch County officials say FEMA funding unlikely as tornado clean up enters third week
UNION CITY, MI (WTVB) – Clean up efforts in the Union City area are entering their third week following the deadly March 6 tornado. As the costs continue to mount for both the county and property owners, Branch County Administrator Frank Walsh says he doesn’t believe the totality of the damage will qualify for...
Discover Kalamazoo Brings Local Retailers to Western Michigan University Bookstore
Lindsey Jenn March 28, 2026 0 Events , Kalamazoo , Michigan Photo courtesy of Discover Kalamazoo KALAMAZOO, MI – Discover Kalamazoo has launched a new initiative bringing products from local retailers into the Western Michigan University Bookstore, operated by Follett, connecting campus retail with the area’s...

















