Kalamazoo’s Art Hop and other arts events ask audiences to catch them online
In a time when audiences can't come to Kalamazoo arts organizations the arts groups come to the audiences by moving events online.
More than swimming and workouts: YMCA’s meals program to provide 1,000 meals daily during shutdown
The Sherman Lake YMCA and the Kalamazoo Maple Street Y are working together to make sure 1,000 meals a day are delivered to youngsters in Kalamazoo area neighborhoods.
Battle Creek Michigan Area Covid19/Coronavirus Grassroots Resource Network rises to help neighbors
Battle Creek residents saw a need and decided to work together to help those they could. The Battle Creek Michigan Area Covid19/Coronavirus Grassroots Resource Network was launched.
The power of community organizing: Sewers are stitching up some great community spirit in Kalamazoo
On Wednesday, March 24 Bronson Methodist Hospital put out a call for masks. Sewers across Kalamazoo and beyond are on it.
Here’s how Michigan helps elders stay where they want to be: at home
Three out of four people aged 50 and older want to remain at home. While it's the most cost-effective solution for elder care, it does still present some challenges. Here's how Michigan providers are addressing them.
Battle Creek Unlimited loans will help small businesses during virus related economic emergency
Battle Creek Unlimited has set up a fund for low-interest rate loans to help small businesses survive as customers are asked to stay in their homes as COVID-19 spreads.
Meals on Wheels and other programs for seniors adjust to respond to the coronavirus threat
Calhoun and Kalamazoo counties were ahead of the curve in adjusting to the requirement that seniors could not gather for meals and other activities as Covid-19 spreads.
Where can you find some fresh air? The Kalamazoo Department of Parks and Recreation has space
What is allowed is changing rapidly but right now you can still engage in outdoor activity, such as walking, hiking, running or cycling. As long as you keep your distance, there are parks with wide-open spaces for outdoor activities in Kalamazoo.
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.
