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Battle Creek native Diop Harris II named 2025–26 Peter J. Christ Fellow at BCCF

Diop Harris II has been selected as the 2025–26 Peter J. Christ Leaders Fellow with the Battle Creek Community Foundation, continuing his longtime engagement with local leadership through hands-on community development, mentorship, and advocacy.

New platform to share ‘Common Ground’ from community ideas and solutions

Issue Media Group, a multilocal network of solutions-based, issues-focused digital publications, has launched a new national platform for increasing the reach and impact of its journalism.

How two entrepreneurs are bringing health innovation to the Midwest

Two entrepreneurs from Mexico with a history of building successful operations are preparing to move their company, VITIA, to Michigan.

Ryan Yates, dad and Duncan Aviation engine line technician.
Early care and education: A boon for children, families and the economy

Expanding access to affordable, high-quality early care and education could support working parents, strengthen the state’s labor market, and promote gender equity.

K College Singers to perform Michigan premiere of choral work inspired by eco-poet Wendell Berry

The Kalamazoo College Singers present the Michigan premiere of Hymnody of Earth, a choral work by Malcolm Dalglish inspired by Wendell Berry’s writings, on Tuesday, May 20, at Stetson Chapel. 

Kalamazoo Poetry Festival honors ‘Gratitude’ this year with a three-day event

This year's Kalamazoo Poetry Festival features the theme "Gratitude" during a three-day celebration of all things poetry, April 24 to 26.

In Michigan, a new push to fight homelessness before it begins

Advocates say Michigan’s $4 million 'shelter diversion' pilot program is keeping people off the streets by helping pay for rent, utilities, transportation and more. Is it time to take it statewide?

Beyond the Headlines in 2024: Journalists reflect on stories that impacted them

A look back at the stories of 2024 through the eyes of your Southwest Michigan Second Wave writers.

Vicky Kettner, Association Director of Marketing, Community Relations, and Member Engagement for the YMCA of Greater Kalamazoo
Kalamazoo YMCA welcomes newcomer immigrants and community members with multi-ethnic events

The Maple Street YMCA honors Welcoming Week by inviting newcomer immigrants and other community members to a multicultural dance class and ethnic dessert reception.

Fourth Estate Acquires Issue Media Group

Network of local news outlets will continue two-decade legacy of community-driven journalism

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