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Michigan’s Gerald Ford Once Gave Incredibly Prescient Answer to Question about First Female President
President Gerald Ford is venerated around Michigan as a favorite son. His presidential museum is a prominent feature in his hometown of Grand Rapids. He also appears sage on the pathway to a potential female president. In a clip from 1989, long after his term in office, Ford was speaking...
Youth fair sets still exhibit registration deadline for Aug. 1
BERRIEN SPRINGS — The registration deadline for Berrien County Youth Fair still exhibits has been set for Aug. 1. Registration is open to any county resident, ages 5 to 20 years of age as of Jan. 1. Youth fair officials said entry forms are available at the fair office,...
Kalamazoo-area officials urge Whitmer to appeal FEMA's aid denial for the May 7 storms
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has denied Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s request for a major disaster declaration in response to the May 7 severe storms and tornados in Southwest Michigan. The declaration would’ve unlocked financial assistance for businesses and families trying to rebuild in Kalamazoo, Cass, Branch, and St. Joseph...
Broncos Sign Transfer Seryee Lewis
KALAMAZOO, Mich. – The Western Michigan men's basketball program and head coach Dwayne Stephens have announced the signing of 6-9 transfer forward Seryee Lewis. "Seryee is a great addition to our program," coach Stephens said. "He is a forward who brings size and athleticism to our team. Seryee has had good experience playing at the highest level in the Big 12. He is an exceptional student who will be a great addition to the Kalamazoo community."
Tyler Omness Named GCAA Cobalt Golf All-America Scholar
Tyler Omness of the Kalamazoo men's golf team was named a GCAA Cobalt Golf All-America Scholar by the Golf Coaches Association of America on Thursday (July 25). To be eligible for Cobalt Golf All-America Scholar nomination, an individual must be a sophomore, junior, or senior both academically and athletically in NCAA Division I, II, III, and NAIA, or receiving their Associate's Degree and in their last year of athletic eligibility in the NJCAA. In addition, they must participate in 50% of their team's competitive rounds, have a stroke average under 76.0 in NCAA Division I, under 78.0 in NCAA Division II, under 79.0 in NCAA Division III, under 78.0 in NAIA, and under 77.0 in NJCAA, and maintain a minimum cumulative career grade-point average of 3.2. A recipient must also be of high moral character and be in good standing at their college or university.
Register Now for WMU Football Kickoff Luncheon
KALAMAZOO, Mich. – Registration is now open for the annual Western Michigan Football Kickoff Luncheon, presented by Discover Kalamazoo Sports. The event takes place on Thursday, Aug. 22 at 12 p.m. at the Radisson Plaza Hotel in downtown Kalamazoo. Fans will hear from second-year head coach Lance Taylor and...
Men's Golf Winning the Defiance College Invite Featured Kalamazoo Athletics' Top Moment Thursday
The Kalamazoo College men's golf team was featured in the department's seventh edition of the summer's Top Moment Thursday from the 2023-24 season for winning the Defiance College Invite this past spring. In the two-day event, the Hornets sat in second place after shooting a 321 on the first day....
Nothing slowing down Kalamazoo's LaPoint, as pickleballer plays on at 99
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Come across anyone from the pickleball community and you're bound to find someone speaking highly of the sport. If you come across Minnie LaPoint, you're bound to have found your inspiration to give it a try. LaPoint got into the sport 10 years ago, encouraged by...
FBI Warning Michigan Residents of New Crime Trend Called Jugging
A new crime trend has led to law enforcement warning everyone to be very careful at ATMs in Michigan. I was today years old when I learned of the term 'Jugging.' The FBI describes this new crime trend below,. Jugging refers to a crime in which a suspect, or group...
19,000 citations issued in first year of Michigan's 'Hands Free Law,' sheriff says
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — It's been officially a year since Michigan's "Hands Free Law" went into effect. Enacted in June 2023, the legislation made it illegal for any drivers to use their phone while behind the wheel, according to Michigan Legislature. Specifically, the law banned drivers from doing anything that...
EV road trip postcard: Learning the ABCs of charging in Michigan’s UP
ST. IGNACE — The Upper Peninsula is known as an electric vehicle desert, with just 11 fast chargers available in a nearly 16,500 square-mile area. Where: Stephenson Bakery, 4000 10th St. in Menominee. When: 8-10 a.m. on Friday. We want to get to know our readers and hear your...
Michigan’s weekend weather: Wildfire smoke will play a factor
The general weather data shows an almost hot weekend on the way. We will have to adjust the temperatures though do to wildfire smoke. We will also have to keep an eye on the next rain and whether it gets to some of us by the end of the weekend.
Governor of Michigan & Secretary of the Navy Announce Michigan Maritime Manufacturing Initiative
The US Navy is once again demonstrating that it’s at the forefront of the domestic advanced manufacturing landscape, with Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro on July 22 announcing the Michigan Maritime Manufacturing (M3) Initiative. At a press conference at Macomb Community College, alongside other policymakers including Governor of Michigan Meg Whitmer, Secretary Del Toro introduced a plan that includes over $50 million in near term investments into Michigan’s manufacturing sector.
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