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$900,000 to go to EV infrastructure on Lake Michigan
LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) — The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy awarded a total of $905,567 to continue the development of the Lake Michigan Circuit—a project to install electric vehicle infrastructure around Lake Michigan. The Lake Michigan Circuit is an initiative to support coastal tourism in Michigan, Wisconsin, Illinois, and Indiana by creating […]
Broncos ready to battle: non-con schedule features five NCAA Tourney teams
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — The Western Michigan volleyball program and head coach Colleen Munson rounded its 2024 schedule by unveiling its non-conference slate on Thursday. The 11 non-conference tilts are all against teams which posted winning records in 2023, with six of those squads having posted 20 or more victories and five reaching the 2023 NCAA Tournament.
Summer fun meets learning: Kids enjoy day of activities at Kalamazoo park
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Kids are out of school for the summer, but that doesn’t mean they have to stop learning. Thursday, Kalamazoo Youth Development Network held their 9th annual summer learning event on what was observed as the National Day of Summer Learning. Classroom: Sen. Stabenow launches summer...
Kalamazoo Man Charged with Open Murder in Case of Missing Mother of Eight
Kalamazoo County has become the focal point of a harrowing case as 39-year-old Carlos Watts Jr. faces the charge of open murder in the disappearance and suspected killing of Heather Kelley, the mother of eight children. Kelley, 35, was last seen on the 10th of December, 2022, and despite extensive searches, her remains have not been located. Information from court documents suggests that investigators believe Watts, who was Kelley's boyfriend and long-time suspect in the investigation, was with her at the time of her disappearance, as reported by WOOD.
K Alumnus Earns Distinguished Teacher Honors
Kalamazoo College alumnus Sean Smith ’08, a chemistry teacher at Pritzker College Prep, is one of seven serving the network of Noble Schools in Chicago to be admitted into its Distinguished Teacher program this year. According to a Noble Schools news release, the program rewards network teachers who have...
Maranda’s Park Party Recess unfolds at Milwood Elementary School in Kalamazoo
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (ABC 4)- Park Party Recess season is underway!. On Thursday, Maranda, WOOD TV8 staff and community partners supplied a fun-filled afternoon to Milwood Elementary School students in Kalamazoo. With sneakers laced and exciting activities and attractions awaiting outside, students were eager to let loose, have a blast...
County eases discipline policy for employees who test positive for legal drugs
KALAMAZOO, MI -- The Kalamazoo County Board of Commissioners voted this week to make changes to its employee drug testing policy. The board voted to unanimously to make changes to the policy, including new language about legal drugs, at the Tuesday, July 16, meeting. Under the former drug-free workplace policy,...
Kalamazoo police investigate person shot, more gunfire nearby
KALAMAZOO, MI -- Police are investigating after a person was shot and more shots were fired at a nearby location in Kalamazoo. The two incidents are not known to be related, the Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety said in a statement to MLive/Kalamazoo Gazette in the days after the shooting.
Hartford Township discusses progress of Van Buren Emergency Services housing; township road repairs remain on schedule
The Hartford Township Board met for their regular, monthly meeting on July 11, 2024 where updates on the Van Buren Emergency Services housing project were discussed. Currently, the parking lot behind Hartford Township Hall is not in use due to the need to install the water and sewer lines.
Meeting Brief: July 15 City of Kalamazoo Committee of the Whole
Daniel Gundersen and Alexandra Tranmer of Camoin associates presented the first draft of the Economic Development Strategy developed for the CIty of Kalamazoo. The proposal was created with input from the Commission and the community but consideration will continue. The strategy team laid out a framework of the proposal ahead, goals to reach for, and metrics to measure success. Watch the full meeting for a glimpse at Kalamazoos potential future. The Commission postponed the scheduled update on the Sidewalk Snow Clearing Project to be reviewed in first reading at a later date.
Demolition begins on WMU’s student center
KALAMAZOO, MI -- The sound of backhoes crushing concrete rang out across Western Michigan University’s main campus on Wednesday, July 17. Demolition started earlier this week on the university’s landmark Bernhard Center, 1903 W Michigan Ave. The building used to be the university’s student center until a new student center opened in August 2023 across the main plaza from the Bernhard Center.
10 most expensive homes sold in Kalamazoo County, July 8-14
A house in Portage that sold for $695,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Kalamazoo County in the past week. In total, 51 residential real estate sales were recorded in the county during the past week, with an average price of $320,489. The average price per square foot ended up at $201.
Retired police cruisers, other Kalamazoo property going up for auction
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Retired police cruisers and other government property could be yours at an upcoming auction in Kalamazoo!. More items up for bid include pickup trucks, other city- and county-owned vehicles, furniture, electronics and equipment, according to Biddergy.com. We’re told bidding will be open to the public online...
Lane Automotive hosts Founders’ Day Cruise-In
WATERVLIET, Mich. (WNDU) - The Watervliet community celebrated the 60th anniversary of Lane Automotive by attending its “Founders’ Day Cruise-In” on Thursday evening. The event was perfect for car lovers. Viewable vehicles ranged from hot rods, customs, classics, and even modified jeeps and trucks. A special plaque...
Gun Lake Tribe Raises Elevated Water Tower
SHELBYVILLE, MI – The Gun Lake Tribe recently raised the final major piece of the water tower adjacent to the tribe’s government campus in Shelbyville. The final piece added to the tower was its one-million-gallon water tank, emblazoned with the logo of the tribe. Groundbreaking for the elevated water tower took place in June 2023 as a blessing and water ceremony, with the project scheduled to be complete and operational by the end of this year.
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