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Growlers's Horwedel closes in on Northwoods League history
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — If you're ever able to catch the Kalamazoo Growlers in their element before a game you'll see a few familiar sights: batters taking cuts in the cage, fielders sharpening their skills, and a franchise record holder acting as coach for his teammates. "I just love it....
Meeting Brief: July 16, 2024 City of Kalamazoo Historic District Commission
The Commission approved an alteration request from 813 W Lovell – where the apartment building owner will paint the brick surface of non-contributing structures and will add a free standing sign as management changes branding. The historical South Street Vine Area structure was built in 1965. The Commission denied...
Niles manufacturer celebrates expansion, rebrand with ribbon-cutting ceremony
NILES CHARTER TOWNSHIP — A local manufacturer celebrated its expansion and rebrand Friday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Members of the Greater Niles Area Chamber of Commerce were on hand to celebrate Pratt Intermodal Chassis, a leading manufacturer of container chassis located at 2070 S 3rd St., Niles. PIC guided attendees through the 300,000 square-foot facility, […] The post Niles manufacturer celebrates expansion, rebrand with ribbon-cutting ceremony appeared first on Leader Publications.
25,000-year-old Michigan cave partially collapses after heavy rains
BERRIEN COUNTY, MI -- One of Michigan’s few public caves is closed for tours after heavy rains caused a partial collapse. A wall of Bear Cave in Buchanan collapsed this week, said Adam Morris, the property manager at Bear Cave RV Campground. The cave, one of Michigan’s few open to the public, is closed until further notice.
Question of the Day: Were you directly affected by the Crowdstrike outage?
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Global operations were halted after a faulty software update led to a worldwide outage Friday morning. This included News Channel 3, whose morning broadcast did not go on-air due to the outage. For today's question of the day, we want to know: Were you directly affected...
Niles man faces jail time for carrying concealed weapon
A 64-year-old Niles man was sentenced to jail time on Monday. Gladger Ross pleaded guilty to carrying a concealed weapon and was sentenced to 20 days in jail with credit for one day served after being arrested for carrying a loaded stolen gun. The incident happened in October of last...
Saint Joseph Health System, UnitedHealthcare reach agreement to keep patients in network
(WNDU) - After announcing a split earlier this month that impacted thousands of patients, Saint Joseph Health System and UnitedHealthcare have reached a new multi-year agreement. The agreement, which went into effect Friday, reinstates in-network access to the Saint Joseph Health System hospitals, doctors, and specialists for patients covered by...
Greene, Marquette and Eggleston elementary placed on 30 day listing after SB School committee meeting
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) On Friday afternoon the new South Bend School Committee held a public demolition meeting to discuss the future of five non-operating school buildings. According to our reporting partners the South Bend Tribune, back in April the committee voted 4-3 to demolish the old Marquette School, the former Greene Intermediate Center and Eggleston Elementary School.
AUDIO: Kalamazoo schools announce new disciplinary measure
KALAMAZOO, MI (WKZO AM/FM) – While most school students continue to enjoy their summer vacation, school personnel are busy planning for the day they are back in class. Last night, Kalamazoo Public School trustees ratified an agreement with their administrator’s union, and superintendent Darrin Slade announced a new disciplinary measure for this fall. They will be setting up a separate classroom for elementary students with serious behavior problems.
Copper wiring, tools stolen from electrical substation in southwest Michigan
ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, MI – Police are investigating a theft that occurred at an electrical substation in southwest Michigan in June. A larceny was reported at the AEP Mottville Substation, 10005 North River Road in Mottville, north of the Michigan and Indiana boarder, where multiple items appeared to have been taken by someone trespassing on the site, according to the Michigan State Police.
Plainwell library seeks tax renewal — would likely cut hours, staff if voted down
PLAINWELL, MI — The Charles A. Ransom District Library in Plainwell is asking select voters in parts of Allegan and Kalamazoo counties to renew an expiring operating millage this August. The 0.58-mill proposal is a continuation of the same rate the library — at 180 S. Sherwood Ave. —...
Green Thumb: Japanese Maple Trees
July is wrapping up to a close very soon but it's still perfect time for those trees and plants of yours to thrive this season! Greg from Ginger Valley shows off the Japanese Maple Trees that are grown at Ginger Valley!. Green Thumb on WSBT22 is sponsored by Ginger Valley...
Granger's Bella Bauer as Miss Indiana Teen 2024
Recent Penn High School Graduate and soon-to-be student at Purdue University, Bella Bauer is representing the state of Indiana as Miss Indiana Teen 2024. Though she won the biggest title at the competition, Bauer also won the preliminary talent award, overall dance award, tied for the overall interview award and the Joy of Life award.
Pony Rides and Line Dancing Offered At Western Third Friday
WARSAW — Pony rides and line dancing lessons were among the offerings at the Western-themed Third Friday in downtown Warsaw on Friday, June 19. Live music, food trucks and other local vendors filled the streets, as Center Street was blocked off from Buffalo Street to Lake Street. The Western...
U.S. 30’s Future May Depend On Indiana’s Next Governor
Whoever the next governor of Indiana is, current Republican Gov. Eric Holcomb said it’s crucial that they get on board with the U.S. 30 freeway project. “I think it’s critically important that 30 comes to fruition, and it’s an immensely important corridor that speaks to not just the potential but the demand for growth in an area like this,” he said. “I mentioned how special this community is. The same can be said going across the northern part of our state. It’s beautiful, it’s safe, it’s high-quality of life, and businesses increasingly are wanting to grow where people want to live. And so, it’s really a win-win-win when we get done with all the due diligence on 30 and get busy finishing it.”
Mother in Crash with Kids Charged
(La Porte, IN) - Criminal charges are now stemming from a violent single vehicle crash involving a mother and her three children in La Porte County. Crystal Singleton, 39, is charged in La Porte Circuit Court with operating while intoxicated and two counts of neglect of a dependent. According to...
Edwardsburg to consider rental fees for Gunn Park shelter
EDWARDSBURG — The Village Council of Edwardsburg met Monday at the Village Hall for their regular monthly meeting.= The council continued discussion regarding possible rental fees for use of the new shelter at Gunn Park after bringing back additional research. Trustee Hughes put forth the idea of offering rentals for full or half days, with […] The post Edwardsburg to consider rental fees for Gunn Park shelter appeared first on Leader Publications.
Money Tight? No State’s Worse For That Than Michigan
If you're in Michigan and struggling to make ends meet, know that you're not alone. A new study finds that Michigan leads the nation with the greatest percentage of people in financial distress. The personal finance website WalletHub recently dug into the data to determine the "States with the Most...
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