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Forbes Finds Form in Capturing 18s Title in Kalamazoo
KALAMAZOO, Mich. - Matthew Forbes is the first to admit that his results in 2024 had been underwhelming. Winning just five matches in the eight International Tennis Federation Junior Circuit tournaments he played didn't inspire much confidence as the USTA National Championships in Kalamazoo approached, and as the No. 20 seed, he was projected to lose in the round of 32.
Here’s Why We’re Excited For The 2024 Allegan County Fair
Don't get it twisted, I don't want summer to end either. But you know what? It's still going to. Don't fret there are still plenty of reasons to get excited for fall; mainly the Allegan County Fair!. Full disclosure: I grew up in Allegan, Michigan so believe me when I...
Major Home Improvement Chain Shutters 94 Stores including Michigan
LL Flooring - which you probably know by its former name Lumber Liquidators - has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. The chain currently owns and operates locations in 47 US states. LL Flooring Closing Stores in Michigan. The flooring company announced earlier this week that it plans to shutter 94...
Owner, CEO and Bronco at helm of Kaiser Enterprise adds to significant gift
KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Robert (Bob) S. Kaiser, B.B.A.’78, owner and CEO of Kaiser Enterprise, has made an additional investment in the sales lab that bears his name at Western Michigan University. The new gift, which will become part of the lab’s endowment, allows the Robert S. Kaiser Sales, Negotiation and Leadership Lab to remain a state-of-the-art space, supported by best-in-class technology, faculty and experiences that prepare students for success in sales and business marketing.
Police: Boy, 3, dies in hot car while dad was inside Kalamazoo County grocery store
A three-year-old boy died Tuesday in a car while his father went inside the Family Fare grocery store in Vicksburg, officials say. Kalamazoo County Undersheriff James VanDyken said in a statement that the death was likely heat-related, making it the 20th hot-car death of a child in the country this year. VanDyken...
PHOTO STORY: Plainwell sweeps annual Viking Stampede
NILES — The Niles and Edwardsburg cross country teams kicked off the 2024 season at the Viking Stampede in Madeline Bertrand Park Friday morning. Marshall’s Reece Davis placed first overall with a time of 16:08 and Plainwell’s Claire Vos took first in the girls race with 20:40. Niles’ boys team placed fourth overall with 96 […] The post PHOTO STORY: Plainwell sweeps annual Viking Stampede appeared first on Leader Publications.
Kalamazoo Growlers Win Great Lakes Championship; Hosting Northwoods Championship Game Thursday Night
The Growlers were an unsuspecting team this season. Staying just under the radar of excellence, and winning decisive games when they needed, they scratched and clawed their way into a secure playoff spot this season. From there, it was all grit and grind (plus some awesome hitters and pitching abilities)...
Strip mall ripped apart by tornado gets demolished
PORTAGE, MI -- A Portage strip mall ripped apart by the May 7 tornado has been demolished. A Pizza Hut, barbershop, barre studio, vape shop and insurance office were among the businesses occupying the 7,740-square-foot building in the 2000 block of West Centre Avenue. Some businesses had people inside when the tornado struck.
Marshall Football Has Focus Set On 5th Straight Conference Title
Marshall Football has been a synonym for dominance in the Madison area in recent memory, and the expectation is nothing different for the season ahead. The Marshall Cardinals were red hot yet again last season, going 8-1 in the regular season and grabbing a share of the Eastern Suburban Conference with Horicon Hustisford.
Mendon Riverfest kicks off Thursday
MENDON – St. Joseph County’s namesake will be at the center of a three-day community celebration starting today in Mendon. The 36th Mendon Riverfest wraps up the county’s summer festival schedule but has plenty to offer. (Constantine stages its one-day Harvest Festival Sept. 7.) Roger Cupp, head of the Riverfest Planning Committee, said the...
PFAS, mercury found in groundwater costs Kalamazoo extra $1.8M in paper mill project
KALAMAZOO, MI -- Work on a new $3.9 million pipeline to take waste from Graphic Packaging International to the city’s water reclamation plant is underway. Officials say the new pipeline will reduce odor and air pollution by eliminating the splash of wastewater as it enters the city’s wastewater treatment facility — which is right next door.
Unanswered questions remain in death of child in Vicksburg
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — After a 3-year-old boy was found dead in a vehicle in a Family Fare parking lot in Vicksburg, law officials have questions. The boy's death is being investigated as a heat-related incident. They are investigating how the boy died, how long he was in the parking...
Three-Year-Old’s Death Caused By Prolonged Heat Exhaustion
(Vicksburg, MI) – The Kalamazoo County Sheriff’s Office says the three-year-old boy who died after being in an SUV while his father went to the Family Fare grocery store in Vicksburg Tuesday afternoon, died from “prolonged heat exhaustion.” Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine’s Dr. Jayce Deleon says children should never be left alone inside a vehicle due to how quickly the car can heat up. She says children need more time for their bodies to dissipate heat than adults and are more prone to getting heat stroke.
175th Calhoun County Fair runs through Saturday
MARSHALL — The 175th Calhoun County Fair continues through Saturday, with livestock and exhibit judging alongside carnival rides and a variety of entertainment. The TK Pro Rodeo kicked off grandstand events Monday night, but there are plenty more events to soak in through the week. ...
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