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High School Notebook: Can Lakeview make another deep run as baseball postseason begins?
BATTLE CREEK — Lakeview has made deep runs in the postseason the last few years with a veteran squad. A younger group looks to see if the Spartans can have similar success this season as the state tournament begins this week. Some districts for baseball will begin Friday, with most starting Tuesday after Memorial Day, as local teams look to make a charge toward the Michigan High School Athletic Association state finals, which will be held June...
With music lessons for veterans, Kalamazoo nonprofit chapter heals trauma with tunes
KALAMAZOO, MI – Purple Heart recipient Josh Jerz is no stranger to trauma. Jerz, 34, was deployed in Afghanistan with the Army for several years. While deployed, his caravan was struck by an IED. Jerz escaped with a traumatic brain injury. One of his teammates lost both arms. In...
See inside new 240-unit apartment complex now open in Kalamazoo County
KALAMAZOO COUNTY, MI — A new 240-unit apartment complex southwest of Kalamazoo welcomed its first residents last week, just days before celebrating its grand opening on Thursday, May 16. “We filled our first two units last week and expect to welcome home residents into eight more units by the...
PHOTOS: Cruise-in auto show rallies for pediatric cancer, driving support and smiles
OSHTEMO TOWNSHIP, Mich. — An Oshtemo Township cruise-in and auto show aimed to help families take their minds off their daily fight with cancer. From Lamborghinis to Fords, the family-friendly event was filled with classic cars, food and awards for car owners, all while proceeds went to non-profit DC Strong.
Lake Michigan beach to get lifesaving, high-tech robot
BERRIEN COUNTY, MI -- A new robot meant to save lives is coming to the shores of Lake Michigan. Berrien County’s Silver Beach County Park is receiving a donated E.M.I.L.Y. (Emergency Integrated Lifesaving Lanyard) Water Rescue Device, Berrien County Parks Director Jill Adams said. The high-tech tool is a...
Three Rivers track team qualifies six to state finals
GULL LAKE — Three Rivers qualified six student-athletes onto the state finals this past weekend. The Wildcats had three individuals make the finals and one relay. "Great day for Three Rivers track and field program," coach James Phillips said. "We are excited to continue to work with this group over the next two weeks to get them ready to compete at the finals."
Kalamazoo Garden Fest kicks off inaugural year
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Kalamazoo Garden Fest bloomed for its inaugural year on Saturday. Hosted by the Michigan State University Extension Master Gardeners, the free event sought to educate residents about everything gardening, and much more. Health: MDHHS issues tips and steps to prevent tick bites, diseases. "It just allows...
11 things done to combat homelessness in Kalamazoo
KALAMAZOO, MI -- Kalamazoo has been creative with its approach to help the homeless community. From million-dollar donors to lots innovative solutions from nonprofits, there are many solutions in place and in the works that aim to raise people out of homelessness. If you purchase a product or register for...
5 before-and-after photos of Portage tornado destruction
PORTAGE, MI -- Roofs were ripped off, mobile homes were thrown and people were injured when tornadoes descended on Southwest Michigan last week, including a storm that cut through Kalamazoo County. The city of Portage has a new mapping tool that allows comparison of buildings before and after the damaging...
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