Battle Creek voices shape Children’s Defense Fund agenda in 2024 election year
“We really want to make sure that the public policy advocacy we’re doing was grounded in the experiences of families we serve all across the country."
Pride Festival in Battle Creek maintains a focus on being family-friendly and welcoming to all
As BC Pride begins celebrations, organizers, allies, and advocates are excited to celebrate. "We are your friends, neighbors, and colleagues. We contribute to our community in many positive and impactful ways and we are here to stay.”
Voices of Youth: Is face-to-face communication a ‘dying art’?
“There are times when students would rather listen to the Bible in Chinese and Mozart at two times speed than listen to their teacher." Cell phones have become the 'third person' in the room of any in-person conversation. What are the impacts?
To build a bridge: Kalamazoo Chinese Academy nurtures cultural roots and fosters new speakers
In its 52nd year, the Kalamazoo Chinese Academy serves more than 50 area families, teaching language, performing arts, and traditional dance to both Chinese and non-heritage learners.
PHOTOS: 2024 Kindleberger Summer Festival of the Performing Arts
The 2024 Kindleberger Summer Festival for the Arts took place from July 10 to 15 in Parchment. This longstanding, popular festival brings the community together in celebration of the arts, autos, and more. Check out Fran Dwight's joyful photos.
Getting started: How tough is it to find a home to buy in the Kalamazoo area?
“It used to be, we’d list a home on Monday and I’d get a call on Tuesday to show it on Wednesday. Now we list it on Monday and I get a call asking if I can show it in 5 minutes,” says Jim Hess, a Realtor with Jaqua Realtors in Kalamazoo. Prospective buyers -- and sellers -- have to be prepared for a brisk selling market in multiple price ranges, real estate professionals say.
DNSWM launches #DWord Campaign during Disability Pride Month
Disability Network Southwest Michigan (DNSWM) has launched the #DWord campaign, aiming to reshape cultural perceptions of the word "disability."
How public health collaborations with hospitals benefit Michigan’s communities
Yours, Mine and Ours — Public Health spoke with Lauren LaPine, Michigan Health and Hospital Association senior director of legislative and public policy about how various public health agencies and programs collaborate with hospitals across the state.
Downtown construction: An unlikely catalyst for revitalized nightlife in Kalamazoo?
Kalamazoo street work may be slowing you down; that could have some advantages for a burgeoning downtown nightlife scene. Stay tuned for more stories in our summer series on Kalamazoo After Dark.
Capturing the magic: Balloon festival photos of Battle Creek’s Field of Flight
If you missed Battle Creek's Field of Flight Airshow and Hot Air Balloon Festival this year, be sure to mark your calendar for next year. On the Ground Photographer John Grap captured some photos for us — and a story, too.
