Women in Albion and Marshall make an impact through collective giving groups

Collective giving groups, especially among women, continue to rise in popularity. We introduce you to two such Southwest Michigan groups to find out how they were formed and why they are thriving.

Dreamers Ball in Battle Creek celebrates MLK’s legacy while building for the future

“MLK Day is probably one of the most celebrated holidays among those who are into any form of justice and in our community. We have not always had a communitywide celebration of Dr. King and so we felt it was good to leverage the unity around the ideas of Dr. King to host our event in the form of a Dreamers Ball to remember his vision."

Autism can be a very isolating. AAoM shares and hosts events that are relevant to the autism community.
Welcome Kit helps Michiganders navigate autism resources and support

AAoM Welcome Kits provide a broad yet concise overview of AAoM’s roster of services. Available in two versions — one for families raising autistic children and autistic adults and another for professionals serving the autistic clients — Welcome Kits extend a warm handshake that welcomes them to AAoM’s services.

Bent Not Broken: Kalamazoo nonprofit empowers families affected by the juvenile justice system

Through participatory defense support and community collaboration, Bent Not Broken aims to disrupt the systemic juvenile injustice cycles in Kalamazoo.

Treading lightly: The ethics and how-tos of reducing our carbon footprints

What is our personal and collective responsibility in reducing our carbon footprint? Learn about the City of Kalamazoo's commitment and what individual residents can do to contribute.

Voices of Youth: Why can’t I wear hoodies and text my friends in Kalamazoo Public Schools?

New rules prohibiting cell phones and hoodies at Kalamazoo Public Schools have some students wondering why. Voices of Youth's Braylon Youker speaks with students and KPS Superintendent Dr. Darrin Slade to find out more.

Voices of Youth: Meet Darrin Slade, the tough, new superintendent of Kalamazoo Public Schools

With a year under his belt, Kalamazoo Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Darrin Slade has instituted some stricter student conduct rules and is pleased with the success. But he says there's still a ways to go.

Voices of Youth: Why high school student council participation matters

Participating in student council offers students experience in leading, governing, collaborating, volunteering, and more. 

LaShawnda Bates, wearing a yellow dress, stands in front of a table with health brochures on it.
Bronson Cancer Care Equity Project breaks down barriers to health care

Bronson’s Cancer Care Equity project addresses health disparities through community partnerships, improving accessibility, communication, and inclusivity in cancer care.

Can the ‘River of Death’ be tamed? West Main residents, businesses express appetite for ‘road diet’

In Kalamazoo, street calming has helped to decrease accidents by 23 percent. Residents and business owners along West Main, a major artery to downtown, are also requesting changes to slow the hazardous flow of traffic.

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