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Mike Wenninger

Mike Wenninger

Mike Wenninger had a long newspaper career capped by being the
owner/editor of the weekly paper in a small town for 16 years.

Mike Wenninger's Latest Articles

Senior Expo puts Kalamazoo-area resources all under one roof

The annual Senior Expo brings more than 150 organizations together to connect older adults, caregivers and families with information, services and resources available throughout Kalamazoo County.

Community dances to support aging in place

Milestone Senior Services’ annual Celebrate Aging Together Dance Party brought about 90 community members together to raise funds for aging-in-place programs and honor local leaders, volunteers, and advocates for older adults.

From 65 farms to one table: Allegan County celebrates local food

Allegan County will celebrate its farmers, food and community Sept. 25 with a farm-to-table experience featuring local food samples, a performance of “Seedfolks,” and a community dinner and conversation at Griswold Auditorium.

Strong Leader Series offers practical leadership training for Southwest Michigan

The Strong Leader Series offers Southwest Michigan professionals a three-part, hands-on opportunity to strengthen communication, strategic thinking and team-building skills while learning to lead more effectively.

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.

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.

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