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Yo-Yo Ma to join Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra for special performance
KALAMAZOO, MI — Legendary cellist Yo-Yo Ma will be one of the featured artists performing with the Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra during the upcoming 2024-25 season. The KSO announced a full 20-date slate of performances for the upcoming season on Wednesday, May 22. If you purchase a product or register...
80’s Pop Star Tiffany Has a Huge Michigan Connection
Tiffany will be live on stage in Paw Paw this summer. But did you know the songwriting of a Niles, Michigan man launched Tiffany's career?. Pop star Tiffany ruled radio airplay in the late 80s with her 6 Billboard Hot 100 hits. She also ruled my wall with many posters, but I digress. This 80's hitmaker will perform live at Warner Vineyards in Paw Paw on July 12th, 2024. She had 4 top 10 hits and two number 1s. Tiffany was just 15 years old when her first single released in August of 1987 paved the way for huge success. Tiffany's first number-one hit was a cover of Tommy James and the Shondells 1967 hit "I Think We're Alone Now."
Nominate Your Favorite Food Truck in Southwest Michigan
Now that Summertime weather is back in Southwest Michigan, so are the food trucks. Which one is your favorite?. For this poll "Southwest Michigan" will include the following counties only: Van Buren, Kalamazoo, Calhoun, St Joseph, Branch, Allegan, and Barry. Nominations will be open until 6 AM on Tuesday, May 28th, 2024. Then, you will be able to vote one time, per person / per day on your favorite food truck. Voting will run through Monday, June 10th, 2024.
With music lessons for veterans, Kalamazoo nonprofit chapter heals trauma with tunes
KALAMAZOO, MI – Purple Heart recipient Josh Jerz is no stranger to trauma. Jerz, 34, was deployed in Afghanistan with the Army for several years. While deployed, his caravan was struck by an IED. Jerz escaped with a traumatic brain injury. One of his teammates lost both arms. In...
New state game area opens in Southwest Michigan for hunting, hiking
VAN BUREN COUNTY, MI -- Wildlife, hikers and hunters alike will benefit as a game area in Van Buren County comes under Michigan Department of Natural Resources’ control. The Paw Paw River State Game area is accessible to the public 24/7, year-round by boat or car, according to a press release. The muddy, undeveloped land can be used for hunting, foraging, bird watching or hiking.
Uncover Kalamazoo's Architectural Gem: Upjohn’s Building 88 ArtBreak Session
Attention, art and architecture enthusiasts! Mark your calendars for a captivating journey through architectural history at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts. The upcoming ArtBreak session titled "Upjohn’s Building 88" will offer an insightful look into one of Kalamazoo's significant, yet no longer standing, modernist landmarks.
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