Connecting Communities – Peace House: A Neighborhood Haven For Kids
Meet the three co-founders of Peace House, a free after school program for kids in the Eastside neighborhood, as they share stories along with Jennifer Spicer a current mom with children at Peace House and Pereshieanna Smith one of the…
Kalamazoo City Commission – Committee of the Whole – March 16, 2026 Committee of the Whole Meeting
During the Kalamazoo City Commission Committee of the Whole Meeting held on Monday, the main focus was on the Be On Verdict project, a proposed mixed-use, mixed-income development in collaboration with Bronson Hospital. The project aims to provide workforce housing…
Kalamazoo & You – Kalamazoo’s New City Manager, Malcolm Hankins
Getting to know Kalamazoo's New City Manager, Mike Smith sits down with Malcolm Hankins, the new city manager. Hankins, a second-generation public servant with three decades of government experience, discusses his initial months in Kalamazoo, his approach to engaging with…
All Stories Matter – Katey and Chris, why we love performing, the Civic, and life!
Katey Martinek and Christopher Blades have been on stage since childhood although on different stages and in different cities. They met on the Civic theatre stage and formed a friendship that spans time and space. From sharing “belly laughs” while…
Comstock Township – Planning Commission – March 12, 2026 Planning Commission Meeting
The Charter Township of Comstock Planning Commission covered multiple agenda items on March 12, including the approval of a site condominium plan proposed by Watts Construction. The plan involves developing affordable housing in the township. The meeting includes significant citizen…
Oshtemo Township – Planning Commission – March 12, 2026 Meeting
The commission addresses the addition of battery energy storage systems to the agenda and discusses the Master Streets plan. The meeting features a public hearing where residents express concerns about zoning changes affecting their properties, the impact of energy systems…
Celebrating Community – Women’s History Month
March marks Women’s History Month. This year’s theme is “Leading the Change: Women Shaping a Sustainable Future.” In light of the theme, PMN interviewed local female leaders that are trailblazing a path for women in Kalamazoo. This video is part…
City of Kalamazoo – March 12, 2026 Utility Policy Committee Meeting
The Committee considers updates on the water system, financial reports, and potential expansions of water service. The meeting included a detailed report from James Baker on the state of the water system, highlighting water quality, consumption, and infrastructure improvements. Financial…
Comstock Charter Township – March 11, 2026 Comstock Downtown Development Authority Special Meeting
Significant public comments were made regarding the alleged illegal property acquisition and grant application issues. Resident Tim Kearney previously filed a complaint accused the board of pursuing "eminent domain" without proper consent and obtaining grants illegally, sparking heated discussion. The…
City of Kalamazoo – March 11, 2026 Historic Preservation Commission
In the March meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission, members discuss updates on the O'Connor Fund, including the need for a meeting between the city attorney and the Kalamazoo Community Foundation to discuss fund structural changes. There is a reminder…
