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City of Kalamazoo Commissioner Candidate Forum
The Kalamazoo League of Women Voters hosted a public forum on Tuesday, September 16th, at the Douglass Community Association (1000 W. Paterson St.). The event promoted civic engagement and provided residents an opportunity to verify their voter registration. Seven Commissioner…
City of Kalamazoo Mayor Candidate Forum
The Kalamazoo League of Women Voters hosted a public forum on Tuesday, September 16th, at the Douglass Community Association (1000 W. Paterson St.). The event promoted civic engagement and provided residents an opportunity to verify their voter registration. Mayor David…
Kzoo Entrepreneur Makes Dream Reality
Kalamazoo entrepreneur Kristi Potts has expanded her sweet treats business, transitioning into the former Dairy Queen/Taco Bob’s building at 1502 South Westnedge Avenue in the Vine Neighborhood. Potts was inspired to start "Kzoo Cream," after baking cream-cheese sugar cookies with…
Organizations Urge Voters to Save Critical Human Services
Several area organizations held a joint press conference on Monday, September 8, to point out how the proposed GOP Michigan state budget would decimate social programs affecting millions of Michiganders should it pass in November. Non-profit leaders urged voters to…
Judy Sarkozy on Democracy
Local icon, Judy Sarkozy, closed Democracy Fest 2025 with a fiery speech meant to deliver hope and passion to a largely bipartisan crowd that loves Democracy and American values. Filmed September 7, 2025.
Civic Snapshot: September 4, 2025 Kalamazoo Public Schools Board of Education
Officials discussed the implementation of a new parent app to engage special populations, address low parent engagement levels, and provide access through district kiosks. The board also reviewed the district's approach to communicating academic information and ensuring that all communication…
From Taco Bob’s to “Magical Cookies”: Kzoo Cream Opens Its Drive-Through
A once-familiar drive-through on South Westnedge has a brand-new flavor. Kzoo Cream has officially opened its window, turning the former Taco Bob’s into a bakery known for creating what owner Kristi Potts calls a “magical cookie experience.” Kristi started this…
