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Kalamazoo belongs to two groups challenging EPA limits on PFAS in drinking water
The City of Kalamazoo says it has no position on a lawsuit challenging new federal rules to limit PFAS in drinking water. But Kalamazoo belongs to the pair of water utility associations challenging those rules, the American Water Works Association (AWWA) and the Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies (AMWA). An...
‘Bigger than basketball’: WMU men’s hoops holds camp for people with disabilities
KALAMAZOO, MI – There’s this special power with sports and its ability to unite people. As Western Michigan men’s basketball team stepped onto the court Wednesday morning, they were moved to that power and connection –– but on an entirely different level. And a perspective...
Best-selling Christmas band to steamroll into WMU’s Miller Auditorium
KALAMAZOO, MI — The best-selling Christmas artist of all time will steamroll into Western Michigan University’s Miller Auditorium this December. The venue announced this week that Chip Davis’ Mannheim Steamroller Christmas tour will be making a stop in Kalamazoo on Wednesday, Dec. 11. Tickets, ranging from $53...
Meeting Brief: July 15, 2024 Kalamazoo City Commission
The Commission stays late to address community road construction complaints, a variety of million dollar grants, and ordinance amendments for parking. Watch this meeting recap and tune into LIVE gavel to gavel coverage of local government meetings on publicmedianet.org.
Northview’s Brady Swartz makes Division-I college hoops commitment
GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Western Michigan men’s basketball program added another in-state prospect to its 2025 recruiting class by securing a commitment from Northview senior Brady Swartz. The 6-foot-6 guard announced his pledge to the Broncos on July 3, joining South Christian guard Carson Vis, Orchard Lake St....
Restaurant building demolished near Kalamazoo, developer plans new construction
KALAMAZOO COUNTY, MI -- A former Long John Silver’s restaurant building has been demolished, leaving only the signage of the iconic fast food eatery standing. The familiar signage is also a sign of things to come -- as the developer plans to build a new and revamped Long John Silver’s in the same spot.
Portage to continue Mill & Fill road work Friday
PORTAGE, Mich. — The city of Portage is continuing its Mill & Fill program with several road projects beginning tomorrow. Starting Friday, July 19, milling will begin on Woodlawn Drive from Wetherbee Avenue to Stanley Avenue, with paving set to begin July 23. Milling on Woodlawn Drive from Stanley...
Branch County Democrats expected to vote in Republican primary Aug. 6
BRANCH COUNTY — While Branch County Democratic Party Chair Anita Hoyt will vote in the very short party primary on Aug. 6, she's not telling party members not to vote in the Republican primary instead. That would allow them to have a say in local races, even though there...
Multiple agencies respond to a two-vehicle crash on M-66 in Battle Creek
BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — Multiple agencies responded to a two-vehicle crash in Battle Creek Wednesday afternoon. It happened on M-66 near B Drive South around 3 p.m. News Channel 3 was on the scene and could see that one vehicle was on its side while the other vehicle, a utility van, sustained heavy front-end damage.
Boyfriend of missing Portage woman arraigned on murder charge
KALAMAZOO, MI — The boyfriend of a Portage woman who went missing in December 2022 was arraigned this week on one count of open murder. This January, 13 months after Heather Kelley was reported missing by her family on Dec. 11, 2022, Carlos Vance Watts Jr., 39, was charged with murder by Kalamazoo County Prosecutor Jeff Getting.
Electric Aircraft Initiative at West Michigan Regional Airport Gets Financial Boost From Lansing
LANSING, MI (WHTC-AM/FM, July 18, 2024) – Developing the future at West Michigan Regional Airport and other aviation facilities across the state is behind a series of grants announced in Lansing on Wednesday. Sharing in $6.25 million in Advanced Aerial Mobility Activation Funds is BETA Technologies, who will get...
High school year in review: Top 5 girls stories of the school year
It was a stellar school year for high school athletics in the Holland area. Here is a look at the top girls stories of the school year:. Gabby Reynolds named Miss Basketball, leads West Ottawa's historic season. When Gabby Reynolds was a freshman, she asked West Ottawa girls basketball coach...
BEWARE-Dangerous Viral Disease Now Confirmed In More MI Counties
While many Michigan residents enjoy more outdoor activities with the summer weather, there are some summertime illnesses to be concerned about such as those associated with heat or swimming. There is one concerning viral disease now being detected in more Michigan counties that could cause serious illness or death to people and pets.
Michigan Man Faces 20 Years in Prison for Stealing Mperks Data From Meijer Customers
A 22-year-old West Michigan man has pleaded guilty and could spend 20 years in prison for a massive mPerks theft scheme targeting Meijer customers last year. Nicholas Mui of Grand Haven will also give up $630,000 in cash and cryptocurrency and surrender his computer. mPerks Scheme Costs Meijer More Than...
Money Tight? No State’s Worse For That Than Michigan
If you're in Michigan and struggling to make ends meet, know that you're not alone. A new study finds that Michigan leads the nation with the greatest percentage of people in financial distress. The personal finance website WalletHub recently dug into the data to determine the "States with the Most...
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