People living with Alzheimer’s and dementia are prone to wandering, which often puts them at risk. As temperatures continue to drop this winter, the risks increase exponentially. Six in 10 people with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia will wander, according to the...
Places
Hills, Thrills, and Spills!
Now that the snow has finally arrived, we can share all our favorite places for hills, thrills, and spills to enjoy some winter fun! Don’t stay inside this winter, check out what our region has to offer: Sledding Hold onto your hat as you fly downhill at Meyer...
In Pursuit of Hoppiness
The age-old saying may be that "You are what you eat," but here in Kalamazoo, we judge you by what you drink (what beer you drink, that is). Originally begun as a celebration of Imperial Beverage's recognition as Craft Beer Distributor of the Year, in its tenth year,...
2020 Wonderful Workplaces Winner: Consumers Credit Union
Passion, Purpose, Solutions, Genuineness, and Servant Leadership FIRST & 42 is celebrating the region’s outstanding workplaces with our 2020 Wonderful Workplaces competition. Today we would like to extend a warm congratulations to Consumers Credit Union for being...
Ring in the New Year With Beer, Wine, and Spirits Crafted Here
Let’s Make a Toast to 2021 There’s no better way to start off the new year than by supporting local breweries, distilleries, and wineries, some of which may have gotten you through the old year (wink, wink). However you choose to celebrate, remember to support our...
The Pandemic Can’t Freeze Out the Fire & Ice Event
While the annual Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Michigan (BBBSMI) Fire & Ice event has gone virtual this year, the inspirational stories and exciting entertainment will still warm your heart from the chill of the December air. “It's still a celebration of...
This Is One Fundraiser You’ll Want to Get Your Abs in On
Did you know that Western Michigan University’s (WMU) dance department is one of the largest in the Midwest and its graduates go on to professional careers as dancers, choreographers, educators, and much more? Like many other educational experiences this year at the...
November Is National Family Caregivers Month
Did you know that there are currently 16 million Americans providing unpaid care for people with Alzheimer's or other dementias? These caregivers provide an estimated 18.6 billion hours of care valued at nearly $244 billion. During the month of November, caregivers...
From Egypt to Kalamazoo, Cairo’s Kitchen Brings Egyptian Cuisine to Downtown Kalamazoo
Currently operating as a food truck and offering catering, Cairo's Kitchen, a traditional Egyptian restaurant is opening a brick and mortar location in the Exchange Building in spring 2021. But, if you were to ask Ramy Rezkalla and his family a year ago, cooking and...
Hitting the Grindstone and Grinding Up Beans
What started as a way to help her family out has turned into a career for Jamie Brock, as well as a way to let her entrepreneurial spirit soar. In 2014, Jamie purchased Coffee Rescue from her brother and continues to serve as the sole owner. While coffee has...










