by Kimberly Viers | May 12, 2020 | Business
It’s that time of year in West Michigan for our standout companies to shine bright! On Tuesday, May 12, 2020, the Best & Brightest Companies to Work For® program celebrated regional award-winning companies for best practices during its annual ceremony....
by Kimberly Viers | May 8, 2020 | Business
There are some serious benefits to us all taking precautions and wearing masks while out and about or at work. But has anyone noticed how uncomfortable those things are? Marie and Dennis Marsh, owners of Crown Trophy, took on the mission to alleviate the discomfort...
by Kimberly Viers | May 8, 2020 | Business
When takeout business wasn’t enough to keep her business alive, Krystal Gast, owner and manager of Fido Motors Café, was inspired to act after hearing from other small business owners who had their own concerns about not being able to sell their products. “I just kept...
by Kimberly Viers | May 6, 2020 | Business
Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced $1.7 million in Brownfield Assessment Grants to four Michigan entities representing communities in Region 5, which oversees most Great Lakes States and is based in Chicago. The funding will be used for...
by Kimberly Viers | May 6, 2020 | Business
Recently you may find yourself eating more meals out of takeout containers or, if stocking up at the grocery store is your thing, perhaps you’re noticing that your recycling bin is full of empty cereal boxes and yogurt containers. Whatever your meal of choice has been...
by Kimberly Viers | May 6, 2020 | Business
With the closing of school buildings, many students are mourning the loss of their senior seasons and group activities in which they participated. While teams can no longer run bases at the baseball diamond, score a penalty shot on the soccer field, or cradle a...
by Kimberly Viers | May 4, 2020 | Culture
We can all remember an incredible story about “the good ole days” from an older family member, neighbor, friend, or even that guy at the diner! Heck, you may have even started sharing those recollections. The month of May has been declared by President...
by Kimberly Viers | May 4, 2020 | Culture
Let the fiesta-tivities begin! Although we can’t celebrate with a parade or a party, we know there’s something else we can all celebrate with—salsa! Whether you like yours verde, roja, hot, mild, or cruda, our region is bursting with flavors that can only be made...
by Kimberly Viers | Apr 30, 2020 | Uncategorized
Kalamazoo Loaves & Fishes began 40 years ago with a mission to feed the hungry. While many things have changed in the past decades, the fight to end hunger in our community has not. Throughout the years as different disasters hit, the organization adapted to...
by Kimberly Viers | Apr 30, 2020 | Uncategorized
Families throughout the country are leashing-up this oppawtunity while they’re staying at home to welcome a new furry friend into their family through adoption or fostering. In fact, in some U.S. cities, shelters are empty and fostering has increased up to 90%....
by Kimberly Viers | Apr 28, 2020 | Culture
Whether through poetry or song, we’ll shout it loud and clear, we love Kalamazoo! In 1942, Glenn Miller and his orchestra expressed their love for our great town with “I’ve Got a Gal in Kalamazoo.” Almost 40 years later in 1980, the Kalamazoo...
by Kimberly Viers | Apr 27, 2020 | Uncategorized
In business for more than 100 years, Freeman Manufacturing is well versed in adapting to the times. While product evaluation and customer service demands have forced many changes over the years, the commitment to product excellence and customer satisfaction continues....
