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Neighborhood nonprofit rehabs houses to help new homeowners and break the rent cycle
Edison Initiatives was formed to help others become homeowners and build wealth.
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How a small Quaker Meeting has helped shape Kalamazoo for nearly 80 years
In Kalamazoo’s Douglas neighborhood, the Kalamazoo Friends Meeting blends silent Quaker worship with decades of local activism, from peace advocacy to community care at Adda Dilts Peace Park.
Maid in Battle Creek expands into (Maid in) Kalamazoo
Maid in Battle Creek has expanded into Kalamazoo, growing from a local startup into a two-city cleaning company with a team of employees, commercial and residential clients, and a continued focus on personalized service.
Neighborhood nonprofit rehabs houses to help new homeowners and break the rent cycle
Edison Initiatives was formed to help others become homeowners and build wealth.
Voices of Youth: Learning to live with artificial intelligence requires some deep thinking
AI’s growing use in schools raises concerns about student over-reliance, critical thinking loss, academic integrity, privacy risks, and environmental impact while offering efficiency and accessibility benefits.
Coalition proposes that no family pay more than 7% of their income for child care
Universal Childcare without Conditions centers affordability for families and sustainability for providers.
Kalamazoo nonprofit ElderUP helps seniors stay active and connected through free community programs
Kalamazoo nonprofit ElderUP is helping adults 60+ stay independent and socially connected through free, accessible programs that promote fitness, creativity, and community engagement.
Breaking ground: Project will provide new housing option for those in Kalamazoo coming out of recovery
Named after Michigan’s first drug treatment court judge, the nearly $22 million William Schma House will feature three buildings and offer 48 affordable homes paired with services to connect residents to counseling, care, and recovery support.
Great Lakes, local consequences: Indigenous voices on why Line 5 matters in Kalamazoo
In Kalamazoo, Indigenous students and leaders are mobilizing against Line 5, perceiving its threat to regional watersheds and a clash with values of long-term environmental stewardship.
CASA volunteers step in as child abuse cases strain Calhoun County system
As child abuse cases outpace foster care capacity in Calhoun County, a newly launched CASA program is training volunteers to provide consistent, court-appointed advocacy for vulnerable children navigating the welfare system.
Voices of Youth Commentary: New developments in downtown Kalamazoo garner mixed reactions
Downtown Kalamazoo is undergoing rapid redevelopment that promises economic growth and increased activity but raises this Voices of Youth writer’s concerns about losing historic buildings, disconnecting communities, and creating inclusive spaces.
A new idea for the healthcare industry wins $100K at Cultivate 269 student pitch contest
A Western Michigan University graduate student won $100,000 in a Kalamazoo pitch competition for his AI-powered medical language platform, highlighting the region’s growing support for student entrepreneurs and high-impact startups.
“I sing because I feel free”: Las Cafeteras led Kalamazoo on a musical journey of solidarity and joy
Las Cafeteras transformed a Sunday afternoon into a high-energy celebration, blending centuries of musical tradition with a joyful call for unity and shared humanity.
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How a small Quaker Meeting has helped shape Kalamazoo for nearly 80 years
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Kalamazoo nonprofit ElderUP helps seniors stay active and connected through free community programs
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Voices of Youth: Learning to live with artificial intelligence requires some deep thinking
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Coalition proposes that no family pay more than 7% of their income for child care
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Maid in Battle Creek expands into (Maid in) Kalamazoo
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