On April 12, Lakeside for Children officials announced the opening of a new Health & Wellness Center at their Kalamazoo residential treatment facility and school for abused and neglected teenagers. The 12,500 sq.-ft. structure houses three classrooms, a multipurpose room, and a regulation-size high school basketball court that can accommodate other activities. READ MORE!
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WMU Names Ninth President
Dr. Edward B. Montgomery, dean and professor of economics at Georgetown University’s McCourt School of Public Policy, will become the ninth president of Western Michigan University Aug. 1. READ MORE!
Bountiful, Beautiful Gardens are Possible!
Would you like gardens that are the envy of your neighborhood? How about bragging rights to growing the tastiest produce? Kalamazoo Master Gardener volunteers will gladly help you at the 10th annual Plant Sale. READ MORE!
Help Girls Experience the World Through Study Abroad
6 girls in Europe + 3 study abroad college credits= Priceless Experience! MICHIGAN-Invest in the futures of six Michigan girls who will take part
MDHHS Orders McLaren Flint to Comply
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) today issued an Order under the Public Health Code requiring McLaren Flint Hospital to immediately correct conditions in its facility to reduce the risk of future exposure to Legionella at the hospital. READ MORE!
Former Astronaut Mae Jemison To Speak in Kalamazoo
Mae Jemison, M.D., the first woman of color in space, is the keynote speaker at Kalamazoo Community Foundation’s 2017 Community Meeting on March 23, 7 p.m., at Western Michigan University’s Miller Auditorium. READ MORE!
City of Portage to Honor Dr. King with Park
The City of Portage to honor Dr. King. READ MORE!
Local Schools Compete to Perform at Drumline Live!
Find out which high school band wins the competition to open for Drumline Live! at Miller Auditorium. READ MORE!
First Bi-Racial Actress Plays Annie
When 11-year-old Tori Bates boarded a plane from Sarasota, FL, to New York City with her family this summer, auditioning for the national tour of Annie was the furthest thing from her mind. READ MORE!
Image Awards Celebrated at FSU
Each year the organization has an award show called “Image Awards”. The Image Awards is an annual award show presented by Black Leaders Aspiring for Critical Knowledge (BLACK) to honor students, faculty and staff for their outstanding work and dedication. READ MORE!