Article Author: Trisha Dunham with Heather Baker

Miniature Custom Manufacturing (MCM) broke ground today on a 30,000-square-foot warehouse expansion at 170 N Leja Drive in the village of Vicksburg, Michigan. Once complete, the $3 million investment in new space will bring 50 new jobs to the area. After this latest addition is complete, MCM will be housed in three neighboring facilities totaling […]

Michigan’s spring is beginning to bloom, and with warmer weather on the horizon, we think it’s safe to say it’s time to get ready to plant! Whether you’re planning on filling a couple of pots by your front door, going all out with a vegetable garden, or just looking to update your patio furniture, our […]

There’s nothing quite like freshly made chocolates. Whether you’re celebrating Valentine’s Day with a box of chocolates or reaching for another sweet, our community has plenty to offer. We may be traveling through a rocky road right now, but these local sweets are sure to put a smile on your face. As a fine arts […]

We all know that higher education is an investment in ourselves that will pay off in many ways. To make the investment more accessible, Western Michigan University and Kalamazoo Valley Community College are working to ease the financial burden of higher education by developing new programs and restructuring priorities. Kalamazoo Valley Community College (KVCC) has […]

Fever, cough, sore throat, running nose, or fatigue. These symptoms are common for both the flu and COVID-19. The good news is you can get a vaccine to prevent the flu! More than 80 years ago, the first flu vaccination was developed. While technology has advanced, the importance of getting the vaccine has remained. As […]

One place that’s not closing its doors during this period is nature! That’s right, the great outdoors has decided to bloom for us in our time of need. In fact, Michigan’s Department of Recreation (DNR) has waived the need for the recreation passport to access state parks, trails, and forests. While getting outside is permitted […]