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United Way, Kalamazoo Community Foundation raise over $200K for tornado victims
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Work is underway to raise money for those impacted by last week's tornadoes. United Way of South Central Michigan, or UWSCMI, and the Kalamazoo Community Foundation, or KCZF, previously announced May 9 that they've joined forces to provide joint crisis funding to entities providing recovery services to individuals and homes in the area, according to officials.
How you can get a wheelchair, cane, or walker for free
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Renew Mobility is holding its first-ever “Equipment for Wellness Event,” on Friday, providing mobility equipment like wheelchairs, canes and walkers for free. Here’s how it works and how you can get access to the free equipment. “Our mission is to enhance independence...
Everything you need to know about the 2024 Greater Kalamazoo Girls on the Run 5K
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Preparations are underway for the 2024 Greater Kalamazoo Girls on the Run spring 5K. Girls on the Run aims to inspire girls of all abilities to recognize their strengths while building relationships in a team setting, according to organizers. Previous coverage:Greater Kalamazoo Girls on the Run...
City of Kalamazoo considering measure to employ WMU for downtown vitality study
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — The city of Kalamazoo is considering a measure to have Western Michigan University conduct a multiple-year study of their downtown area. Between 2017 and 2023, a market study for downtown Kalamazoo was conducted, and revealed its one-street network and parking system are preventing the area from reaching its full market potential.
City of Allegan awarded $1M from state to repair dam in 'poor condition'
The Allegan City Dam, called "high-hazard" and in "poor condition" by EGLE, received $1M for repairs from the state's Dam Risk Reduction Grant Program as part of a recent round of $14.1M in funding.
Similar paths make it ‘unlikely’ potential second tornado in Portage will be confirmed
PORTAGE, MI -- Roughly an hour after Portage residents began assessing the damage from an EF2 tornado on May 7, phones and sirens rang out with a second tornado warning. It was suspected a second tornado was on the ground. But whether there was a second tornado in Portage is “unlikely” to be confirmed at this point, said National Weather Service Meteorologist Bruce Smith.
The Crew restaurant has new location, but same vibe
PORTAGE, MI -- When the Perkins restaurant in Kalamazoo closed in June 2011, it was a shock to staff. The employees went on to find other jobs, but many stayed in touch. They started to dream of working together again. If you purchase a product or register for an account...
A closer look at damage at Portage FedEx facility, how they move forward
PORTAGE, Mich. — The FedEx facility in Portage was one of the hardest-hit locations by the tornadoes last Tuesday. The building sustained significant damage, including destroying three van lines, where they lodge vehicles. Annette Brown, a safety specialist with FedEx, described the roof peeling back like a can of...
Allegan receives $1 million to repair 'high hazard' city dam
ALLEGAN, Mich. — Funding to repair a century-old dam is on the way to Allegan. Out of a total grant award worth $1.8 million, the City of Allegan received $1 million to help repair the Allegan City Dam, a "high hazard" dam in poor condition, according to the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy, or EGLE, on May 6.
16-year-old arrested after gas station robbery near Kalamazoo
KALAMAZOO COUNTY, MI -- A 16-year-old Kalamazoo resident was arrested and lodged at the Kalamazoo County Juvenile Home after an armed robbery at a Parchment gas station, police said. The robbery happened about 6:30 a.m. Friday, May 10, at a gas station on the 600 block of North Riverview Drive,...
Wayland Summerfest In Michigan Is Gonna Be A Party As Usual
Summer is here and one of West Michigan's biggest festivals is once again returning to bask in the beauty of Michigan summers. Wayland is excited to announce the return of their annual Summerfest event. If you're a resident of Wayland, or you've gone to this event before, you know how much fun this one packs.
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