Kalamazoo Nature Center expands facilities for educational programs
Work is underway on construction to expand space for educational programs at the Kalamazoo Nature Center. Groundbreaking took place Jan. 4 at the timber frame barn where a new […]
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Big blue food truck serves up local, organic food across Southwest Michigan
For 26-year-old Bridgett Blough food is something she loves to share. Recipes she's crafted herself from local, organic sources are what she shares from her food truck that went on the road this year. Kathy Jennings traveled to St. Joseph to talk to Blough.
Fresh Food Fairy gives fresh perspective to veggies and fruits
You don't have to clap your hands to keep the Fresh Food Fairy alive. Instead, Hether Frayer is doing what she can to make sure children get it when it comes to fresh food so they can live longer themselves. Amie Heasley reports.
At harvest time a local farmer of one’s own is ideal
There is something fun about saying "my farmer," meaning the person who brings you a box full of vegetables right off the farm each week. Kathy Jennings talks about a season as a member of a CSA.
Building a place for plug-in vehicles
With 50 charging stations at 16 locations, Kalamazoo currently has the highest charging capacity of any Michigan city. Denise McGeen looks at how plug-in vehicles are being welcomed across the state.
A vacuum, a bucket, and Becky Kliss
When your business is cleaning you quickly learn a lot about trash. Becky Kliss has turned that knowledge into a business that helps other businesses find their green spot. Zinta Aistars has the story.
A Second Round: Craft brewers keep it local with Michigan ingredients
Many Southwest Michigan brewers are choosing to source their ingredients from area farms or in some cases even ingredients they grow themselves. Jeremy Martin finds it is a growing trend with room to grow.
Big blue food truck serves up local, organic food across Southwest Michigan
For 26-year-old Bridgett Blough food is something she loves to share. Recipes she's crafted herself from local, organic sources are what she shares from her food truck that went on the road this year. Kathy Jennings traveled to St. Joseph to talk to Blough.
Fresh Food Fairy gives fresh perspective to veggies and fruits
You don't have to clap your hands to keep the Fresh Food Fairy alive. Instead, Hether Frayer is doing what she can to make sure children get it when it comes to fresh food so they can live longer themselves. Amie Heasley reports.
At harvest time a local farmer of one’s own is ideal
There is something fun about saying "my farmer," meaning the person who brings you a box full of vegetables right off the farm each week. Kathy Jennings talks about a season as a member of a CSA.
Building a place for plug-in vehicles
With 50 charging stations at 16 locations, Kalamazoo currently has the highest charging capacity of any Michigan city. Denise McGeen looks at how plug-in vehicles are being welcomed across the state.
A vacuum, a bucket, and Becky Kliss
When your business is cleaning you quickly learn a lot about trash. Becky Kliss has turned that knowledge into a business that helps other businesses find their green spot. Zinta Aistars has the story.
A Second Round: Craft brewers keep it local with Michigan ingredients
Many Southwest Michigan brewers are choosing to source their ingredients from area farms or in some cases even ingredients they grow themselves. Jeremy Martin finds it is a growing trend with room to grow.
