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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...
The Restless Viking: Kalamazoo’s Secret — Arcadia Creek
This article was written by Martha Hayden and originally appeared on The Restless Viking website on October 31, 2023. I had no idea that Kalamazoo held a secret, Arcadia Creek. Chuck and I had attended Western Michigan University in the early 1990’s. We’d explored urban areas, usually at night, with no idea that a creek had been spying on us from beneath the streets. Join us as we put on our “puddle boots” and investigate this mysterious waterway!
Emergency repairs on East Michigan Avenue viaduct to disrupt Kalamazoo traffic
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — A new construction project at the viaduct on East Michigan Avenue and Riverview Drive in Kalamazoo began Friday. Expected to last much of the weekend, the project is for what the city is calling emergency repairs after the rain that fell earlier this week. "It's possible...
Trump's RNC speech leaves Kalamazoo voters with mixed feelings
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Former President Donald Trump's speech at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, Wisconsin Thursday night left viewers in Kalamazoo with mixed reactions. News Channel 3 spoke with Kalamazoo residents about whether or not Trump's speech, and sudden change of tone and demeanor, was enough to sway...
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.
Downtown Kalamazoo kicks off delicious deals for Restaurant Week
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Restaurant Week has officially kicked off in downtown Kalamazoo. Starting Thursday, Kalamazooians are invited to head downtown and enjoy some of the best bites the city has to offer. January Restaurant Week: Get a taste of Kalamazoo: Restaurant Week kicks off Jan. 25. What restaurants are...
Michigan Site of Former Long John Silvers Will Now Be A…New Long John Silvers
It’s always a great thing when new business comes to town the announcement of a new business on West Main is somewhat comical if you look at it for what it is. Nearly 2 years ago in late August 2022 the long John silvers located at 5481 West Main St. in Kalamazoo is officially condemned.
Kalamazoo Valley Blues Fest to mark 30 years with vibrant return downtown
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — The Kalamazoo Valley Blues Fest will be returning to downtown for its thirtieth year next weekend. The event is set to take place Saturday, July 27, at the Arcadia Creek Festival Place from noon until 11:30 p.m. Community: Organizers: KRESA's $100M education center aims to open...
County eases discipline policy for employees who test positive for legal drugs
KALAMAZOO, MI -- The Kalamazoo County Board of Commissioners voted this week to make changes to its employee drug testing policy. The board voted to unanimously to make changes to the policy, including new language about legal drugs, at the Tuesday, July 16, meeting. Under the former drug-free workplace policy,...
Portage residents push back on corporate-owned rental housing plan
PORTAGE, Mich. — The City of Portage has a proposed plan to build 45 units of single-family houses on a plot of land off of Centre Avenue. The homes and two apartment complexes would be strictly for-rent. The plan is in its tentative stages and has still not been...
Warner Vineyards concert series becomes hot topic of discussion
Pat Warner, third-generation owner of the 86-year-old Warner Vineyards in Paw Paw, Michigan, addresses noise concerns from neighbors and thanks the nearly three dozen supporters who spoke during a Village Planning Commission meeting on Thursday, July 18, 2024 in Paw Paw. 2 / 7. Warner Vineyards concert season. 4 /...
7/19/24: The heart of Stuart
Kalamazoo residents are gathering input on how to redevelop the heart of their neighborhood. Also: KPS has a new discipline policy for the next school year. And peregrine falcons are on the rebound in Michigan. Do you find value in getting local news and events every day? Keep it coming...
Meeting Brief: July 15 City of Kalamazoo Committee of the Whole
Daniel Gundersen and Alexandra Tranmer of Camoin associates presented the first draft of the Economic Development Strategy developed for the CIty of Kalamazoo. The proposal was created with input from the Commission and the community but consideration will continue. The strategy team laid out a framework of the proposal ahead, goals to reach for, and metrics to measure success. Watch the full meeting for a glimpse at Kalamazoos potential future. The Commission postponed the scheduled update on the Sidewalk Snow Clearing Project to be reviewed in first reading at a later date.
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...
Portage, MI Roadwork: South Westnedge Avenue Lane Closures Start July 21
Portage, MI – Motorists traveling overnight on South Westnedge Avenue should prepare for lane closures starting Sunday, July 21. The northbound curb lane at the Portage Crossing Drive intersection and Portage Crossing Drive will close nightly for storm sewer construction. According to the Portage MI Department of Public Safety...
Demolition begins on WMU’s student center
KALAMAZOO, MI -- The sound of backhoes crushing concrete rang out across Western Michigan University’s main campus on Wednesday, July 17. Demolition started earlier this week on the university’s landmark Bernhard Center, 1903 W Michigan Ave. The building used to be the university’s student center until a new student center opened in August 2023 across the main plaza from the Bernhard Center.
Michigan roadwork disrupts local businesses as US-131 closures disrupt profits
Schoolcraft, Mich. — “On the highway, there’s a lot of semi's going through here and everything, so it’s pretty major,” Denny Winebaugh, head cook at Bud's Bar, said. “Its had a big impact on the business in general, not just us but everyone in town,...
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. —...
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