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Kalamazoo to distribute free water filters in Edison neighborhood beginning Aug. 23
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — The City of Kalamazoo announced Thursday that they will be distributing free water filters to residents living in the Edison neighborhood beginning Friday morning. City staff will be visiting households from 9 a.m. to noon to give out the free filters, and will also offer information...
AUDIO: Mother of murder victim trying to prevent confessed killer’s release
GALESBURG, MI (WKZO AM/FM) – The man who admitted shooting and killing Kailey and Virgil Walker in their Galesburg apartment in June 2021 is expected to be released soon from psychiatric care. Kailey’s mother, Denise Cooper, found out about the release this week when she was contacted by state...
Schoolcraft football preview: New field, fresh talent charging up Eagles in 2024
SCHOOLCRAFT, MI – When Schoolcraft’s varsity football team runs out onto the field for their first home game this season, it’s likely to be an unforgettable moment in an electrifying atmosphere. The Eagles will finally be home, after all. If you purchase a product or register for...
United Persuit, Point Community Center host back to school backpack giveaway
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — United Persuit Basketball Club aimed to make sure students were ready to hit the basketball courts and classrooms this school year. Thursday, the club partnered with the Point Community Center to give away backpacks. basketballs and supplies to students in the community. For Corey Person, founder...
Love Halloween? Where To Find Spirit Halloween In West Michigan
I am an annoyingly big fan of Halloween. I love autumn, how everyone is in a good mood expressing themselves in random costumes, and how creative (or unoriginal) people can be. My sweet tooth loves all the candy. This means that when Spirit Halloween, America's premier destination for all things...
A popular Flint based Children's Cooking Class is expanding to West Michigan
The Culture Matters Children's Cooking Class is now being offered in Kalamazoo. The classes are designed for children 8-17 years-old and focus on teaching beginner culinary techniques, healthy eating habits and essential life skills in a fun, hands-on environment. The classes not only provide children with culinary skills but introduce...
Southwest Michigan Business Giving Away Free Furniture
It's that time of the year where all of the incoming freshmen are beginning to start their college years. They are jumping with joy and excitement as they are going dorm room shopping, meeting their roommates, and preparing to move away from their family and friends for a new phase in their life. On top of the freshmen joining campus, all over the sophomores and upperclassmen are returning to their second home.
Kalamazoo Donut And Beer Festival – What You Need To Know
One of Michigan's most fun and delicious events is the Donut and Beer Festival in Kalamazoo. This is the world's first Donut and Beer Festival, and since its inception in 2017, the event has expanded not only to other Michigan cities but also to out-of-state locations,. Grand Rapids, Michigan. Battle...
Donut & Beer Festival returns to Kalamazoo roots this fall
KALAMAZOO, MI — In 2017, the Kalamazoo Growlers and Townsquare Media hosted the first ever Donut & Beer Festival in Kalamazoo. Now run by Outlier Events, the festival will return to its roots after five years of touring across the Midwest with stops in Columbus, Ohio; Evansville, Indiana; Oconomowoc, Wisconsin; Battle Creek and Grand Rapids.
Early morning fire shuts down Riverview Drive in Kalamazoo
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — The Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety battled a fire at a home early Saturday morning. Crews were called around 4:30 a.m. It happened in the 700 block of Riverview Drive. KDPS says the road is closed in both directions between Hotop Ave and Gull Road. Investigators say you should avoid the area.
MTV Misery Queen ‘Daria’ Voiced By One of Kalamazoo’s Own
Premiering on MTV in 1997 Daria ranks among the top 50 greatest cartoon characters of all time. Our favorite angst queen and original "misery chick" Daria Morgendorffer said and thought it all, so we didn't have to. And by "we" I mean us Gen Xers and Millennials who remember a...
Broncos holding Broncos accountable as Western football closes in on new year
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — After Year 1 of the Lance Taylor era, hopes are high for the Western Michigan football team heading into Year 2. The skipper knows, though, that it can't just be him and his coaching staff invested in those hopes for success to take place. Meeting with...
Centreville football preview: New coach expects Bulldogs to win ‘the right way’
CENTREVILLE, MI – You should expect to see Centreville pack a punch and play a swift, in-your-face brand of football this fall. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our User Agreement and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
Student to compete in international CrossFit competition
Cavitt Bruhn, a junior in mechanical engineering from Plano, Texas, and a goalkeeper for S&T’s men’s soccer team, will be taking a trip to southwest Michigan next week to compete in the PIT Collegiate Throwdown (PCT). The event is an international CrossFit competition in Kalamazoo and Three Rivers, Michigan, that will be held Aug. 27-30. To earn an invitation to compete, Cavitt participated in a competitive global online qualifier, finishing in the top 30 in the world.
AUDIO: Kalamazoo Public Schools classes start Monday
KALAMAZOO, MI (WKZO AM/FM) – Kalamazoo Public Schools officials say they are looking forward to the start of the new school year on Monday. The board of trustees met last night, hearing final reports and making final preparations. Trustee Carol McGlinn quoted the superintendent, who used an Olympics reference...
Portage, MI Announces Major Road Closures on Portage Road Starting Friday
Portage, MI – Road closures are scheduled in Portage starting Friday as crews complete the final paving on Portage Road. Work on the west side of the road between Fairfield Road and Romence Road Parkway will begin at 6 p.m. Friday and is expected to cause significant traffic disruptions. East Milham Avenue will be closed at Portage Road, with detours in place.
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