by Kimberly Viers | Oct 2, 2020 | Uncategorized
The leaves are falling and the fall season is in full swing! There’s nothing better than enjoying a crisp fall day at an apple orchard and finishing it off with warm donuts and cider. Lucky for us, we get the full experience right in our backyard since southwest...
by Kimberly Viers | Sep 30, 2020 | Business
Portage-based Clark Logic LLC, in partnership with Industrial Partners USA, held a ceremonial groundbreaking to mark the start of construction of a new speculative (spec) building in Battle Creek, Michigan on Wednesday, September 30, 2020. Regional economic...
by Kimberly Viers | Sep 30, 2020 | Leadership
Our region’s future is bright thanks to the strong leaders who are navigating change and cultivating successful teams today. Not only are these leaders a catalyst for change today, but they are also molding and shaping the leaders of future generations. FIRST & 42...
by Kimberly Viers | Sep 29, 2020 | Culture
The shores of Woods Lake Park and the Oakland Drive/Winchell neighborhood have offered Kalamazoo residents a retreat from the hustle and bustle of downtown since 1893 when the electric railway was extended. From amusement parks, balloon rides, a bike shop, and theatre...
by Kimberly Viers | Sep 28, 2020 | Leadership
Our region’s future is bright thanks to the strong leaders who are navigating change and cultivating successful teams today. Not only are these leaders a catalyst for change today, but they are also molding and shaping the leaders of future generations. FIRST & 42...
by Kimberly Viers | Sep 25, 2020 | Leadership
To help our community members make informed choices in the upcoming election, we asked candidates running for important local, state, and national seats to participate in our Forum to help you get to know them better. We will share responses as they are submitted....
by Kimberly Viers | Sep 25, 2020 | Leadership
To help our community members make informed choices in the upcoming election, we asked candidates running for important local, state, and national seats to participate in our Forum to help you get to know them better. We will share responses as they are submitted....
by Kimberly Viers | Sep 25, 2020 | Leadership
To help our community members make informed choices in the upcoming election, we asked candidates running for important local, state, and national seats to participate in our Forum to help you get to know them better. We will share responses as they are submitted....
by Kimberly Viers | Sep 25, 2020 | Leadership
Our region’s future is bright thanks to the strong leaders who are navigating change and cultivating successful teams today. These leaders are not only a catalyst for the change that is happening right now, but they are molding and shaping the leaders of future...
by Kimberly Viers | Sep 24, 2020 | Culture
As a formally trained chef graduating from the Culinary Institute of America in Napa, California with vast experience abroad, specifically in Southeast Asia, Noel Corwin was ready to settle down in his career when the Great Recession hit in 2008. “A lot of pastry...
by Kimberly Viers | Sep 24, 2020 | Culture
You may recall that National Pancake Day already happened this year back in February—No, this is not the movie “Groundhogs Day.” In some places, it may be frowned upon to eat cake for breakfast, but here, enjoying a pile of fried batter is perfectly...
by Kimberly Viers | Sep 23, 2020 | Business
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...