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Gerry Hoffmann

Gerry Hoffman

Gerry Hoffmann has lived on the same corner in Edison since 1969 and is past president of the Board of the Edison Neighborhood Association.

Gerry Hoffmann's Latest Articles

Northside pride abides, takes fire in stride, rallies behind fire survivors

Plans for some affordable housing in Kalamazoo's Northside neighborhood went up in smoke. But neighbors rallied around and those plans are still unfolding. 

Dental Day of Caring, a bright and cheery event

It was a day for smiles when hundreds of residents had a chance for the free dental care that they needed during the Dental Day of Caring.

Summer Organizing Institute builds leadership, provides outreach, gives residents a chance to speak

Road repairs, overgrown trees and a lack of programming for children when they are not is school, those are some of the things on Kalamazoo residents' minds. 

Who needs a time machine? Edison preserves the past for you

There are many aspects that shape a neighborhood. A distinguishing characteristic of Edison is many big, beautiful homes. 

La Luna, the newest business to open in Jericho Town, offers high quality sound recording

State of the arts digital studio to make its home in the Edison neighborhood with other creatives in Jericho Town.

Sounds of the neighborhood: Listen closely and you will hear the unexpected

Every neighborhood has its own distinct sounds and sounds it shares with every other neighborhood. All it takes is a willingness to listen to sort out which is which. 

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