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PHOTOS: Gull Road Speedway station goes dark, closed until further notice
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — "We are closed," a sign taped to the front door of a Speedway gas station in Kalamazoo read. Global outage: Microsoft outages caused by CrowdStrike glitch paralyze airlines, other businesses. Friday, the gas station on Gull Road went dark, but it's unclear whether or not the...
Village rallies behind venue as neighbors make noise about decibel levels
VAN BUREN COUNTY, MI — While a noise ordinance may be in the works for Warner Vineyards, the loudest noise in Paw Paw Thursday evening was made by supporters of the local concert venue. As a standing-room-only crowd spilled into the hallway at the July 18 Planning Commission meeting,...
Off to a Great Start: Peek Inside This Michigan Home Where Derek Jeter Grew Up
Maybe West Michigan doesn't get all the credit, but baseball hall-of-famer Derek Jeter certainly got a great start in life, growing up in this modest Mitten-State bungalow. Derek Jeter's family had high expectations for him as he was growing up in Kalamazoo, Michigan. His parents insisted that he sign a 'good behavior contract' every year. That code of ethics carried him through his longtime career with the New York Yankees and followed him into the Baseball Hall of Fame. (Sure, there was that little incident in 2010 that put a chink in Jeter's reputation, but nobody's perfect, right?)
2 Republicans compete to become next Schoolcraft Township clerk
KALAMAZOO COUNTY, MI -- Two are competing to become Schoolcraft Township‘s next clerk. Eska Brown and Joanne Wiley, both Republicans, will appear on the Aug. 6 ballot. No Democrats filed to be on the ballot. If there aren’t any write-in candidates in August or November, the winner of the August primary will win the race for clerk.
Vice President Kamala Harris speaks during a political event at the Air Zoo Aerospace & Science Experience in Portage, Michigan, on July 17, 2024.
Kamala Harris, trailblazer eying America's last glass ceiling. For years Kamala Harris faced criticism that she was not up to the job of being a heartbeat away from the presidency. Now, she finds herself feted by Democrats as their best hope to stop Donald Trump's comeback.
First-time winner, competitor in his first try at a 'tri' highlight Cereal City Triathlon
BATTLE CREEK - A first-time winner and a second-place finisher in his first try at a 'tri', highlighted the 2024 Cereal City Triathlon & Duathlon event in Battle Creek on Saturday. After finishing in the top five a few times in recent years, 39-year-old Jeremy Sikkama of Kalamazoo won the annual triathlon, held at Goguac Lake and the surrounding area. ...
Northwoods League Baseball
The Kalamazoo Growlers dominate the Battle Creek Battle Jacks 11-1. Eric Becker (University of Virginia) went 1-for-4 with a three-run home run, ending the day with four RBI. Sam Harris (Duke University) went 2-for-4 with a three-run home run. Gabe Springer (Stanford University) went 1-for-4 scoring once with a double and one RBI. Patrick Straub (Baldwin Wallace University) earned the win throwing nine innings with nine strikeouts allowing three hits, one run, and zero walks.
UK offensive lineman commit Darrin Strey loves playing football
Darrin Strey had over 20 scholarship offers including four from Southeastern Conference schools and eight from Big Ten programs before he decided Kentucky was where he wanted to play his college football. The 6-7, 300-pound offensive lineman from Paw Paw, Mich., decided to make his commitment during his June visit...
City of Plainwell, Michigan Breaks Ground on New Hotel
Residents of Plainwell, Michigan were surprised to discover the news via a recent social media post. First, why am I so flustered by this news? Maybe as someone who grew up in nearby Allegan my jealousy is showing. Why does Plainwell get to have two hotels now and Allegan barely has one?
Vacant building catches fire in Comstock Township
COMSTOCK TOWNSHIP, MI (WKZO AM/FM) – A vacant building in Comstock Township caught fire early Sunday morning. Township firefighters say no one was hurt and the fire was at a building that used to be a dentist’s office and has been converted to being residential. Smoke and flames...
You Could Own Retired Kalamazoo Police Cruisers
Police cruisers are some of the most recognizable cars around. They're traditionally all the same make and model (which makes it handy when you're going a little too fast on the highway and need to slow down). Police cruisers usually are driven until they can't anymore, and when the time comes for them to be sold, they're sent to auction.
Duff Beer in Michigan? Maybe The Simpsons Lived Here After All
This could be the missing link. For nearly 35 years America's favorite yellow family has made their home in the town of Springfield. However, exactly which of the 67 populated places in the U.S. named Springfield is the show referring to?. We do not know. Unfortunately, one of the longest-running...
AUDIO: Housing choice voucher program not releasing new vouchers
KALAMAZOO, MI (WKZO AM/FM) – The situation for the hundreds who are living on the streets in Kalamazoo, and those trying to avoid it, is about to get a little worse, especially those who choose not to use shelters. Due to a shortage of funds, the housing choice voucher...
OBITUARY: Harold Wiescholek
Harold Wiescholek, 93, of Burlington Township, passed away on Saturday, July 20, 2024 at the Villa at Winston Court in Marshall, Michigan, surrounded by his family. A celebration of Harold’s life will be held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, July 28, 2024 at Lighthouse Funeral & Cremation, 1276 Tate Trail, Union City, MI, 49094 with Pastor Jon Wallace of the Burlington Church of God officiating. Private interment will take place at Burlington Township Cemetery.
Voters weigh in on Biden decision to drop out of 2024 presidential race
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Shockwaves were sent throughout the political landscape after President Biden announced he would be dropping out of the 2024 race. Sunday, News Channel 3 spoke with voters on both sides of the aisle, who say they'll be interested to see what happens leading up to election day.
Law clerk held in contempt of court, sentenced to jail time
A law clerk was held in contempt of court and sentenced to jail time on Friday. That’s according to Leader Publications. Rosemary Kuerbitz, a law clerk for the Cass County Prosecutor’s Office, was sentenced to 30 days in jail after being arrested for contempt of court. The incident...
7 Things People Love About Decatur, Michigan
From delicious ice cream and burgers to historical figures here are 7 fun facts that people love about the small village of Decatur according to your Facebook comments. 7. "Decatur was once the celery capital of the United States" ~Judy Spradlin. Judy is correct, the nutrient-rich swampland that Decatur sits...
Off to a Great Start: Peek Inside This Michigan Home Where Derek Jeter Grew Up
Maybe West Michigan doesn't get all the credit, but baseball hall-of-famer Derek Jeter certainly got a great start in life, growing up in this modest Mitten-State bungalow. Derek Jeter's family had high expectations for him as he was growing up in Kalamazoo, Michigan. His parents insisted that he sign a 'good behavior contract' every year. That code of ethics carried him through his longtime career with the New York Yankees and followed him into the Baseball Hall of Fame. (Sure, there was that little incident in 2010 that put a chink in Jeter's reputation, but nobody's perfect, right?)
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