Community Development

Coverage of community groups bringing about changes, innovations, and solutions in their community.

The blog: COVID-19 and the power of taking it personally

The United Way's Chris Sargent tells us: The Battle Creek and Kalamazoo region is rising up, determined to help every single person and family through this crisis.

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The Blog: ‘Until further notice’ we are living in the tech-driven era of COVID-19

In this week's blog Executive Director of the Douglass Community Center says he has been able to stay more than positive during this time "because I have faith that this too shall pass."

The Blog: Books, a grandchild and acceptance help therapist decide how to respond to changing world

When times are tough, good books and family help her, says Joyce Pines, a Kalamazoo therapist.

The Blog: Random COVID-19 Thoughts from Kalamazoo: Toward a Stronger Us

A few words from someone who believes in Kalamazoo: City Commissioner Jeanne Hess.

Gift card stimulus program is helping retailers over a rough patch in downtown Kalamazoo

Successful gift card stimulus program provides an incentive for customers to buy now and shop later at 70 downtown businesses.

Do You Need Help? A List of Services Presently Open in Kalamazoo Area 3.20.2020

For those in Kalamazoo experiencing hardship as a result of COVID-19 related shutdowns, the following list provides resources for you. 

New authentic Mexican restaurant coming to Kalamazoo’s Edison Neighborhood

New Mexican restaurant gets ready to move into space in Kalamazoo's Edison neighborhood after Jersey Giants moves on. 

Life’s a beach, a picnic, a reunion, and a makeover in Kalamazoo’s Oakwood Neighborhood

What's ahead for Oakwood in Kalamazoo in 2020? We take a look.

Video: A closer look at Kalamazoo Covenant Academy

As part of Second Wave's On the Ground Vine coverage we visited Kalamazoo Covenant Academy and found out how they are giving hope to students who once thought they were not a good fit for school. Videographer MJ Harrell helped us take a closer look.

New program offers ways for Michigan farmers to deal with stresses of their business

As MSU Extension puts it, farmers know how to take care of their animals and crops and they take careful steps to ensure they are healthy and safe, yet farmers may need support and encouragement to tend to their own mental and physical stress. Now there are programs and people to talk to who can help.

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