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Power Group Recovery Stories – Tory, Jillian, and Family

Host interviews members of Recovery Institute's Power Group and other related individuals of interest to highlight the value of people who have made the best of their mental illness and/or addiction challenges.

Access Kalamazoo – A Look at Grand Rapids Comic Con

Joshua Lepley gives viewers a glimpse into what Grand Rapids Comic Con offers guests.

Access Kalamazoo – Bronco Hockey

Bronco Hockey Spirit Soars at Lawson Arena  Excitement around Western Michigan University hockey has reached new heights — and nowhere is the energy stronger than inside Lawson Arena. The arena was buzzing ahead of the game, especially with a matchup…

Amplify Kalamazoo – Kid’s Participate in PMN’s “Mobile Podcast” Float in 2025 Holiday Parade

Marvinetta Penn hosts a “mobile podcast,” with kids participating aboard Public Media Network’s float entry in the Kalamazoo Holiday Parade, November 2025.

Amplify Kalamazoo – Serenity House Opens as New Transitional Home for Kalamazoo Families

Kalamazoo Housing Advocates celebrated the grand opening of Serenity House on November 17, unveiling an 11-bedroom transitional housing facility designed to support families moving from homelessness to long-term stability. During a guided tour of the space, Executive Director Sarah Cain…

Special Presentation – Kalamazoo Holiday Parade – November 22, 2025

The magic of the season filled downtown Kalamazoo as people gathered for the 2025 Holiday Parade, and Public Media Network was there to capture every moment. From high-energy marching bands and holiday floats to community groups, this year’s parade celebrated…

Access Kalamazoo – A Look at Milham Park

JIn 'The Rise and Fall of Milham Park's Attractions', viewers are taken on a journey through the park's rich history. Once a vibrant destination, Milham Park boasted attractions such as a tourist camp, a zoo, and a two-story log cabin.…