by Kimberly Viers | Mar 19, 2020 | Uncategorized
Your current wardrobe may consist of workout gear, jammies, and fuzzy socks, but soon, things will go back to normal. We promise! With a little extra time on your hands, and warmer weather in the air, this is the perfect time to purge your closet and add some new...
by Kimberly Viers | Mar 19, 2020 | Culture
In these unprecedented times due to the spread of COVID-19, restaurants are among some of the hardest hit businesses. What you can do to make sure that your favorite eateries are still there to serve you after the situation returns back to what “we once knew as...
by Kimberly Viers | Mar 17, 2020 | Uncategorized
During times of adversity, the Kalamazoo community is well known to step-up and support one another. This current pandemic is no different. Organizations, businesses, and individuals are continuing to step up and provide additional support for those in need. As...
by Kimberly Viers | Mar 16, 2020 | Business
The outbreak of Coronavirus has many people working from home. While those with an extra bedroom might already be set up to do the daily grind from a room down the hall where they sleep, no one saw a scenario where the majority of the nation now finds themselves...
by Kimberly Viers | Mar 16, 2020 | Business
For the most recent version of resources, check out the Southwest Michigan First COVID-19 Response page. In response to the rapidly developing situation around COVID-19, both the federal government and Governor Whitmer’s office are working to support the needs of both...
by Kimberly Viers | Mar 16, 2020 | Business
With a name originated from the word “zoo,” Zoetis puts animals at the core of what it does. Manufacturing many of its leading products in our region, Matthew Everhart, vice president of Pharmaceutical and Aseptic Operations, Global Manufacturing and...
by Kimberly Viers | Mar 12, 2020 | Culture
When it comes to good pizza, Kalamazoo really delivers. Whether you’re looking for thin crust or thick, sit down or carry out, meat lovers or veggie extreme, you can grab a slice in our region. We’ve boxed them up for you below. A treat smuggled straight...
by Kimberly Viers | Mar 5, 2020 | Business
We’re lucky in Southwest Michigan: There’s definitely a lot of women creating a big impact and to whom we can give a shout-out this coming International Women’s Day. We know we missed many great leaders, but let’s take a minute to celebrate these stand-out ones who...
by Kimberly Viers | Feb 27, 2020 | Culture
It’s almost game time. The tip-off is about to happen. As you slip on your favorite jersey, you find yourself asking that good-looking face in the mirror, “Isn’t that 55-inch big screen TV feeling a little small?” If you find yourself screaming “heck yah,” grab your...
by Kimberly Viers | Feb 26, 2020 | Culture
Your Time Means More Money for Southwest Michigan What if we told you a few minutes of your time could pay off for the next 10 years? It’s true! By participating in the 2020 U.S. Census, you will affect how $675 billion in federal funds are distributed...
by Kimberly Viers | Feb 20, 2020 | Culture
We’re dreaming of the dog days of summer. While you can never know what Michigan weather will throw at you, with the days getting longer we don’t think it’s too far-fetched to say that warmer days are ahead. Prepare to take advantage of the nice...
by Kimberly Viers | Feb 13, 2020 | Uncategorized
Valentine’s Day is tomorrow and you’re feeling more prepared than usual. You’ve made the reservations, selected the perfect outfit, and even have a bottle of wine chilling for drinks before, but what about the gift? While it may be too late to...
