What’s Really Good – Solomon Carpenter
In this episode of What's Really Good, host Matthew Lipsey welcomes Solomon Carpenter, a Kalamazoo resident with a passion for community and politics. Solomon shares his journey, from running for city commissioner to his ideas for revitalizing Kalamazoo through community-focused…
Amplify Kalamazoo – Thriftability
MRC Industries, a non-profit specializing in uplifting individuals with disabilities and mental illness, will be opening a thrift shop on Gull Rd. to help support their mission. The new store, called ThriftAbility, will provide real-world skills and opportunities for their…
All Stories Matter – Andre Locket, living a life of purpose
Andre is proud of his Kalamazoo roots. He says living in a small town offers many advantages including strong community connections, family values, and opportunities to follow your dreams. And Andre, with the support of his father and mother, has…
Amplify Kalamazoo – Annual “Souper Social” Feeds Unhoused & Builds Community
Each year, as December’s cold settles in, a familiar tradition brings warmth to Kalamazoo’s unhoused community. On December 16, 2025, volunteers gathered at the Edison Neighborhood Association for the annual Souper Social Meal Prep with Kalamazoo Together Volunteers for the…
Equitable Community Development – Student Housing
Explore the affordable housing options available to WMU Students on and around campus. Tenants and managers can face potential hurdles, which inform the experiences they'll have in rental properties. Priced Out Students in Kalamazoo Struggle to Stay Housed By Chidalu…
Comstock Charter Township – December 17, 2025 Comstock Township Downtown Development Authority
NOTE: The beginning of this meeting was affected by technical difficulties, resulting in an absence of audio signal. Audio resumes around the eight minute mark. Key topics included the ongoing Kings Highway River Street project with updates on storefront openings…
City of Kalamazoo – December 17, 2025 Environmental Concerns Committee Meeting
The Committee wraps up the brief session by acknowledging the departure of Stephen Romanelli, who has been part of the group but will not be returning in January. The meeting adjourns without reaching quorum - all agenda items will resume…
Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo – 2025 Community Arts Awards
Since 1985, the Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo has been proud to recognize the exceptional artists, arts organizations, and arts supporters in the Kalamazoo area through the Community Arts Awards (CAA). Their talents and skills deepen the artistic richness of…
PMN Performing Arts Showcase – WMU MidFest 2025
An annual event where middle school band students from across the region are selected to perform in a prestigious honor band, with rehearsals and a concert often held at WMU's Miller Auditorium.
Road Commission of Kalamazoo County – December 16, 2025 Board of County Road Commissioners Meeting
During the Kalamazoo County Road Commissioners Meeting held on December 16, 2025, the Board of County Road Commissioners discussed the 2026 budget, highlighting the challenges posed by the new road funding package and its delayed implementation. The Board reviewed the…
