Water Street Glassworks keeps the flame alive in the Arts District

Glass fused, stained and blown is used to teach young people about art and more in downtown Benton Harbor. Kathy Jennings visits the Water Street Glassworks to learn more about art and economic development there.

Second opinion: Incentives for brownfields, historical renovations must be preserved

The Michigan Legislature is having hearings this week on tax breaks that have been used to reshape Michigan's cities. What they decide could influence what our cities look like for years to come.

Lakeland Continuing Care to build new facility in coming year
Farmers Markets open to provide fresh produce and more
Chicago, Grand Rapids improv actors join Kalamazoo comics in third annual improv fest
Fast train funding will help Kalamazoo’s economic development position
Assistance offered to those who can’t afford to volunteer for Senior PGA
West Basin Marina work will improve lighting and landscaping
Mad Science of Kalamazoo discovers advantages of new laboratory
Next Alternative Inc. moves ahead with alternative energy plans in Battle Creek

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