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Economic Development
The Milton, named for a time out of Battle Creek’s past, could be catalyst for downtown’s future
Jane Simons
Thursday, August 15, 2019
Feature Story
Economic Development
Battle Creek startups have a new way to tap into money and know-how with Northern Initiatives
Jane Simons
Thursday, August 01, 2019
Feature Story
Economic Development
The Vine Neighborhood Association owns Central Corners--now it’s time for a new name
Theresa Coty O'Neil
Thursday, July 25, 2019
Feature Story
Economic Development
Battle Creek businessman set to be trade war winner with a way his customers can cut tariff costs
Jane Simons
Thursday, July 18, 2019
Feature Story
Economic Development
Kalamazoo's Eastside looks for ideas to rise regarding improvement on East Main Street
Al Jones
Thursday, July 18, 2019
Feature Story
Community Development
House that may be the oldest in Battle Creek gets rehab by local who loves old houses
Jane Simons
Thursday, July 11, 2019
Feature Story
Sustainability
Business development bumps heads with Mother Nature in Kalamazoo
Al Jones
Thursday, June 27, 2019
Feature Story
Entrepreneurship
Family, history, and loyal customers keep Lakeview businesses going strong
Jane Simons
Thursday, June 06, 2019
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Economic Development
Eastside Celebration and Open House at the Eastside Gateway draws a crowd
Theresa Coty O'Neil
Thursday, June 06, 2019
Feature Story
Economic Development
Gateway to Kalamazoo’s Eastside: Public celebration and open house planned for May 29
Theresa Coty O'Neil
Thursday, May 23, 2019
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Transportation
An update on the trail that will connect Great Lakes and small businesses
Mark Wedel
Thursday, May 09, 2019
Feature Story
Entrepreneurship
Kalamazoo Eastside resident opens positive salon that models a way up the ladder
Theresa Coty O'Neil
Thursday, May 02, 2019
Feature Story
Community Development
Eastside Gateway Pocket Park, labyrinth and mural to honor Eastside Voices in Kalamazoo
Theresa Coty O'Neil
Thursday, March 07, 2019
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Community Development
Calmer traffic, slower speeds, connected travel are goals now that Kalamazoo controls streets
Mark Wedel
Thursday, February 28, 2019
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Economic Development
Sometimes businesses need a little capital to move ahead. Small Business Action Team can help
Kate Rowland
Thursday, February 14, 2019
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Economic Development
Edison Neighborhood looks forward to The Creamery with its mix of residential and business spaces
Al Jones
Thursday, January 31, 2019
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Healthy Communities
Kzoo Makers: A model for Eastsiders to make what they have into what they want
Theresa Coty O'Neil
Thursday, January 17, 2019
Feature Story
Healthy Communities
ENet makes it happen on the Eastside and wants residents involved
Theresa Coty O'Neil
Thursday, January 17, 2019
Feature Story
Entrepreneurship
Kalamazoo local opens a bar downtown with food and gaming, too
Marisa Rodriguez
Thursday, January 17, 2019
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Economic Development
Kalamazoo, look East: Growth is on its way
Theresa Coty O'Neil
Thursday, January 10, 2019
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