Month: August 2021

Treystar invites the public to an opening and dedication ceremony to officially open downtown Kalamazoo’s newest outdoor space to enjoy community, arts, music, and social interactions. Known as Haymarket Plaza, the community celebration is set for Thursday, September 16, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Driven by the belief that downtown commercial spaces create opportunities […]

Serving as the acting city manager of Portage, Adam Herringa participated in the 2008 class of Leadership Kalamazoo. Reflecting on his time in the program, Adam recalls the impact of being able to engage with different venues throughout the area as each session was hosted at a new venue. In particular, the leadership retreat is […]

Skateboarders have gotten a bad rep for years, but that’s changing. The sport emerged on the west coast in the 1950s as a way for surfers to practice their skills when the waves weren’t cooperating. Over several decades, skateboarding rolled its way across the U.S., finally landing a spot in the 2021 Summer Olympics. For […]

Today, Economic Development Leaders for Michigan (EDLM) and Southwest Michigan First called for quick passage of the Michigan Employment Opportunity Act. The legislation would restore economic incentives from Good Jobs for Michigan, a key tool in attracting transformational projects to the state, but with additional tiers allowing the incentives to apply to smaller rural counties. […]

As a 2017 participant of Leadership Kalamazoo, Damon Allison has not only built on the lessons taught in the program to develop his own leadership, but now, he is also helping others develop their leadership, too! One of the most memorable experiences that Damon recalls from his time in the program was the chance to […]

On this day 150 years ago, Orville Wright of the famous flying Wright brothers was born. Today, we celebrate National Aviation Day—a holiday established by President Franklin Delano Roosevelt— honoring and celebrating all those who have contributed to and innovated flight technology to give us modern aviation. Ever since the first flight on December 17, […]

Not seasonally adjusted jobless rates were largely unchanged in most of Michigan’s 17 labor market areas during June, according to data released from the Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget. Michigan major area jobless rates had a minor median decrease of a tenth of a percentage point over the month. The largest rate reductions […]

Whether you just ran a half marathon or cheered on your favorite runner on a hot summer day, the first beverage reached for by many is often a cold brew. With the first Friday in August traditionally recognized as International Beer Day, what better way to show your Olympic spirit than by embracing the celebration? […]

Originally reserved for college athletes to help them maintain proper conditioning, training tables don’t have to be reserved only for campus football players anymore. Play a key role in keeping your family healthy and eating well with a visit to one of these nine local farmers markets as we close out National Farmers Market Week. […]

On July 27, 2021, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) updated their recommendation for mask wearing. To maximize protection from the Delta variant and prevent the spread of COVID-19 to others, the CDC recommends everyone – including fully vaccinated individuals – wear a mask indoors in public if in an area of substantial […]

With a background in business and international affairs, Aimee Jachym is a principal at Miller Canfield who focuses on counseling businesses of all sizes, including public institutions and start-ups, in diverse matters ranging from contract assistance and real estate to regulatory matters and complex agreements. Professionally, Aimee also has a passion for providing access to […]