From Kalamazoo with love: A father’s handmade bench finds its way home
A beloved Kalamazoo father’s handmade bench finds its way 700 miles home to his grieving daughter.
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Do good, feel good — Milestone volunteer programs meet growing need across Southwest Michigan
Volunteers for Milestone Senior Services do more than deliver meals; they provide companionship, pet support, home repairs, and more. And most report their service has unexpected benefits
Yemeni coffee is having a moment. Kalamazoo is getting a taste.
Shibam Coffee is bringing the distinctive flavors and centuries-old traditions of Yemeni coffee to Kalamazoo while creating a welcoming, late-night gathering place for students and the wider community.
From one room to endless possibilities: Kalamazoo’s new Ecumenical Senior Center is taking shape
A new, expanded Ecumenical Senior Center is set to open next spring, providing more space, services, and opportunities for older adults while helping drive the ongoing revitalization of Kalamazoo's Northside.
Gluten-free Kalamazoo Cookie Company finds sweet success
After years of baking from home, Tyler Dilworth has opened the first storefront for Kalamazoo Cookie Co., building a growing business around fresh-baked, gluten-free cookies.
Vicksburg’s revitalized downtown drives growth, community spirit, and local spending — with incentives
Vicksburg has revitalized its historic downtown and introduced a bonus-incentivized community spending card to boost local business amid changing retail trends.
Historic Clark Building reopens as Buchanan’s largest event venue
The Loading Dock, a newly restored event venue inside Buchanan's historic former Clark Equipment headquarters, will celebrate its grand opening July 25, bringing concerts, weddings, community events, and new energy to downtown.
As demand rises, Milestone expands support for older adults with mental health needs
From assistance with finding housing and food to accessing treatment and employment services, Milestone Senior Services helps older adults overcome barriers created by mental illness.
Catching Tsunami Lab’s first wave: A diverse cohort prepares to keep local businesses thriving
The inaugural cohort of Kalamazoo Forward Ventures’ Tsunami Lab brings together 13 aspiring business owners from more than 100 applicants to learn how to acquire and lead existing small businesses, addressing the growing need for succession planning as Baby Boomer owners retire.
PitchMI offers Michigan startups a shot at $1.25 Million
Recognizing that lack of capital is a leading cause of startup failure, Michigan's PitchMI competition offers young companies a chance to secure up to $1.25 million in funding while showcasing the state's growing innovation ecosystem.
