by Eric Ringwelski | Nov 2, 2026 | Culture
The holiday shopping season is approaching, and Greater Kalamazoo is making it easier than ever to support local businesses. From November 25 through December 5, Shop Local Greater Kalamazoo Week will bring special savings, locally made gifts, and opportunities to...
by Eric Ringwelski | Jun 29, 2026 | Culture, Thrive
As America marks 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence, communities across Southwest Michigan are preparing to celebrate with fireworks, parades, concerts, festivals, lake traditions, historic tours, public art and hometown gatherings. Across...
by Eric Ringwelski | Nov 10, 2025 | Culture, First & 42 Original, Places
A box truck eases into a Kalamazoo parking lot on a warm weekday afternoon. Volunteers unfold tables and set out baskets of bright produce, loaves of bread, and ready-to-cook meal kits with simple recipes tucked inside. Neighbors step forward, take their time, and...
