Motorcyclist dies following crash in downtown Plainwell
A motorcyclist died from injuries sustained in a crash involving a motorcycle and an SUV in downtown Plainwell on Tuesday, Sept. 1. The crash occurred at approximately 2 p.m., according to the Plainwell Department of Public Safety. Public Safety personnel responded to the scene and immediately began providing emergency
Battle Creek seeks voluntary property data for emergencies
The city of Battle Creek is inviting businesses, schools, houses of worship, property managers and other organizations to share information with emergency responders through its Protected Places Program. Participation is voluntary, and organizations can choose how much information they provide, according to a community
After chaotic takeover attempt, judge to decide who controls People’s Food Co-op
KALAMAZOO, MI -- Parties locked in a dispute over control of the People’s Food Co-op will present their arguments at a Sept. 14 hearing at Kalamazoo County Gull Road Justice Complex. Judge Gary Giguere Jr., who heads Kalamazoo County’s civil division, will decide whether the current board can continue...
Property Revolution Issues Post-Storm Roof Inspection Advisory for Portage and Kalamazoo County Homeowners
Property Revolution Roofing and Decks is encouraging homeowners throughout Portage, Kalamazoo, Mattawan, Paw Paw and surrounding Kalamazoo County communities to inspect their homes for possible exterior damage following severe thunderstorms that moved through the area in early September. On September 5, the National We
Portage, Karen Dempsey Horan reach deal on contract for her as next city manager
PORTAGE, MI (WKZO AM/FM) – The Portage city council has finalized their deal to secure a new city manager. They voted last night to approve the negotiated contract with Karen Dempsey Horan. Mayor Patricia Randall says Horan flew up from Texas, where she is currently a township administrator, to...
Where Was the 101 Ranch Motel and Restaurant in Galesburg?
We found the address and satellite location of the former 101 Ranch Motel & Restaurant in Galesburg, but finding it on the ground is a whole different story...
Sturgis Man Hospitalized After Motorcycle Crash in Sturgis Following Police Pursuit That Began Over...
STURGIS, MI — A 19-year-old Sturgis man was taken to a Kalamazoo hospital after a motorcycle crash that followed a police pursuit Thursday afternoon. The Sturgis Department of Public Safety said the incident began when an officer tried to stop the motorcycle for a traffic violation just before 3:45 p.m. The bike fled,
Portage to contribute $100,000 for winter emergency homeless shelter
PORTAGE, MI (WKZO AM/FM) – It took some persuading, but the Portage city council has agreed to contribute $100,000 to help shelter the homeless this coming winter. Chief Development Officer Pete Dame says the number of homeless students attending Portage Public Schools has more than doubled over the last six years, the
47-year-old Dowling man killed in Ross Township motorcycle crash on wet road
ROSS TOWNSHIP, Mich. — A 47-year-old man died after crashing his motorcycle Tuesday night in Ross Township. Michigan State Police (MSP) troopers responded to M-89 near 46th Street at around 10:15 p.m. for a motorcycle crash. A preliminary investigation, including eyewitness statements, indicates the motorcyclist was tr
Urban Meyer reacts to controversial Michigan win: ‘I saw what I saw, there’s three...
The reactions have come from just about every corner of the country in the wake of the controversial finish to the Michigan vs. Western Michigan game this weekend. The Wolverines won on a walk-off Hail Mary, a second attempt at it after time had seemingly expired on the previous failed attempt. Former Ohio State coach

















