Patrese Nicole

Patrese Nicole is a Realtor/Housing Advocate and small-business owner who lives on Kalamazoo's Northside with her husband and children. "I've always enjoyed writing," she says. "I'm using my writing as a tool to change the narrative of those without voices."

Feature Story

On the Ground Kalamazoo Housing ordinance

Equity

It's complicated: In cities nationwide, including Kalamazoo, barriers can keep people homeless

Patrese NicoleThursday, August 13, 2020

Feature Story

Diversity

Sign of the times: How No Stopping, Standing, or Parking signs disrupt Northside neighborhood

Patrese NicoleThursday, November 15, 2018

Across Our Network

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Source: Southwest Michigan's Second Wave
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Source: The Lakeshore
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Source: 83Degrees
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Source: Metromode
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Source: Upword - UP
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Source: Input Fort Wayne
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Source: Southwest Michigan's Second Wave
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Source: Flintside