Bell’s Brewery birthday marks a company milestone

Bell’s Beer started with a 15-gallon soup kettle and a dream. That was 25 years ago. From a home brew supply shop and then a 135-barrel a year operation in […]

Enrollment keeps jumping at Kellogg Community College
Kalamazoo-area group puts a face to a tweet
Malia brings new dining option to downtown Battle Creek

As downtown Battle Creek changes so does the dining scene. A new restaurant will be changing with the seasons, too. Writer Jane Parikh talks with owner and head chef Jeff Samson about his new eatery, where he also wants to showcase the creative side of cooking.

Bike and board shop owner motivates people to move
Chronicle of Higher Ed talks to new leader at K-College
Company with Paw Paw roots grows with Apple
National group says Kalamazoo tech consultant is one of best worldwide
Program stretches food stamp dollars to buy veggies
Battle Creek train passenger station gets ready for high-speed trains

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