Economic Development

Coverage of projects, big and small, and the people who create them, which promote the economic health of a community, including manufacturing, retail, office, and hospitality developments.

Michigan Youth Challenge Academy cadets and staff mobilize in Battle Creek for the community

Staff and cadets at the Michigan Youth Challenge Academy (MYCA) in Battle Creek have mobilized to produce fabric face masks to fight the spread of COVID-19 in the local community and fulfill one of the program’s eight core component requirements, service to community.

Latest in Economic Development
Watch Family Health Center CEO Denise Crawford in April 22 live stream event

Two COVID-19 testing sites open Thursday, April 23.

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.

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.

Judy Sarkozy
The Blog: A new feature this week with words by Judy Sarkozy
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.

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.

Our Sponsors

Gilmore Foundation

Our Media Partners

Battle Creek Community Foundation
BINDA Foundation
Southwest Journalism Media Collaborative
Southwest Michigan First
Milestone Senior Services
Consumers Energy

Don't miss out!

Everything Southwest Michigan, in your inbox every week.

Close the CTA

Already a subscriber? Enter your email to hide this popup in the future.