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2,000 down, 8,000 to go the City of Kalamazoo says of replacing lead water service lines
Al Jones
Wednesday, March 24, 2021
Feature Story
Diversity
In support of democracy worldwide, Battle Creek’s Burmese ask for help in protesting Myanmar’s coup
Jane Simons
Thursday, March 11, 2021
Feature Story
Healthy Communities
Disabilities can lead to isolation. Friends With Disabilities fights it by building connections.
Mark Wedel
Wednesday, March 3, 2021
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Diversity
Leonard Harris encouraged by the changes he sees in the world and how hearts are changing
Jane Simons
Thursday, February 18, 2021
Feature Story
Economic Development
New funding meets ongoing enthusiasm as the Eastside Sunrise Plaza takes shape
Al Jones
Thursday, February 11, 2021
Feature Story
Entrepreneurship
Young couple is putting energy into historic home renovations in the Stuart Neighborhood
Al Jones
Tuesday, February 9, 2021
Feature Story
Community Development
New volunteer coalition focuses on shelter, heat, meals, and advocacy for Kalamazoo's homeless
Al Jones
Monday, January 18, 2021
Feature Story
Community Development
Calhoun County Administator Kelli Scott reflects on 2020, looks ahead to 2021
Jane Simons
Tuesday, January 12, 2021
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Community Development
Southwest Michigan Second Wave's top stories of 2020
Kathy Jennings
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
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Diversity
With Kingdom Builders, Bishop Tino Smith finds ways to bring about the changes the community needs
Jane Simons
Thursday, December 17, 2020
Feature Story
Sustainability
Those without homes in Battle Creek have a new shelter on East Michigan
Jane Simons
Thursday, December 17, 2020
Feature Story
Healthy Communities
Urgent care for mental health issues to expand in Battle Creek through Summit Pointe
Jane Simons
Wednesday, December 9, 2020
Feature Story
Sustainability
Kalamazoo City Commission earmarks $100,000 to support gun violence reduction efforts
Al Jones
Tuesday, December 8, 2020
Feature Story
Healthy Communities
The Black 14 Philanthropy, Mormon church and local groups join efforts to distribute food, PPE
Jane Simons
Thursday, November 19, 2020
Feature Story
Community Development
New Battle Creek City Commissioners are learning what their constituents want them to tackle
Jane Simons
Monday, November 16, 2020
Feature Story
Economic Development
BCU assumes ownership of McCamly Plaza Hotel, plans multi-million-dollar renovation
Jane Simons
Tuesday, November 10, 2020
Feature Story
Diversity
The spirit of Reycraft Drive: Good neighbors make the neighborhood great in Kalamazoo's Milwood
Al Jones
Thursday, October 29, 2020
Feature Story
Community Development
Extra officers and proactive efforts are Kalamazoo’s strategy for potentially tense election day
Al Jones
Wednesday, October 28, 2020
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Arts and Culture
Rehearsal Room to offer a place for musicians who have been displaced as COVID closes venues
Jane Simons
Friday, October 23, 2020
Feature Story
Technology and Innovation
Milwood launches website to engage residents and promote neighborhood as a great place to live, work
Al Jones
Thursday, October 15, 2020
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