Scene

Coverage of nightlife, clubs, restaurants, pubs, breweries, and local destinations that are unique to your community.

Short-term pain, long-term gain: Kalamazoo begins biggest Downtown street transformation in 60 Years

Construction is underway on Kalamazoo's long-planned Streets for All project, with city leaders and downtown businesses acknowledging years of disruption while promoting the $100 million overhaul will create a safer, more accessible, and more vibrant downtown.

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Vicksburg’s revitalized downtown drives growth, community spirit, and local spending — with incentives

Vicksburg has revitalized its historic downtown and introduced a bonus-incentivized community spending card to boost local business amid changing retail trends.

Historic Clark Building reopens as Buchanan’s largest event venue

The Loading Dock, a newly restored event venue inside Buchanan's historic former Clark Equipment headquarters, will celebrate its grand opening July 25, bringing concerts, weddings, community events, and new energy to downtown.

Downtown Kalamazoo fine-tunes parking as growth and events bring more visitors

As thousands head downtown for the KIA Fair, Pride, the Do-Dah Parade, and other events, understanding parking, walking, and transportation options can make the weekend far less stressful.

Battle Creek Battle Jacks sold: New owner Scott Miles plans new era for team

The Battle Creek Battle Jacks enter a new era under owner Scott Miles, a Massachusetts businessman investing in fan experience, community engagement, and competitive summer collegiate baseball in the Northwoods League.

Kalamazoo asks residents to take a close, personal look at streets on walking audit for ‘Design It! Downtown’

A lively Downtown Kalamazoo walking audit highlights community-driven ideas and upcoming “Streets for All” improvements aimed at creating a safer, more welcoming, and pedestrian-friendly city center.

Vintage clothing finds new life in Constantine’s historic heart

A new shop devoted to vintage clothing has opened in downtown Constantine, where owner Stacy Synstelien is turning decades of collecting and retail therapy into a small-town business rooted in history.

Kalamazoo Women2Women builds connections, fuels growth for local businesswomen

Kalamazoo Women2Women, a growing local network founded in 2016, is fostering mentorship, collaboration, and business growth by connecting professional women across industries in a supportive, no-dues environment.

Plunge, sweat, connect: House of Plunge brings contrast therapy to Benton Harbor

House of Plunge in Benton Harbor’s Arts District combines cold plunges, saunas, and recovery therapies as a one-stop shop for “feeling darn good.”

Collaborative collisions: Entrepreneurs ‘Reach Forward’ to find new opportunities and connections in Kalamazoo

The Reach Forward Conversations Event brought local entrepreneurs, product sellers, and buyers together to spark connections that could lead to contracts, growth opportunities, and stronger small-business networks in the Kalamazoo area.

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