Community
General interest stories about your local community
Gun Amnesty Program Allows for Anonymous Drop-Off of Firearms at Local Churches
Seven churches are participating in Kalamazoo’s Gun Amnesty Program, which allows people to drop off a firearm with no questions asked by law enforcement. The program, also known as the Anonymous Firearm Retrieval Program, is designed as a means to…
Women’s Equality Day
More than 100 people came out to support the League of Women Voters of Kalamazoo's recognition of Women's Equality Day on Monday, August 26, in downtown Kalamazoo. They were met with supportive honks and cheers as they held signs promoting…
LatinX Festival 2025
Our community comes together to celebrate Latinx culture, food, dance, and music!
Celebrate the Emancipation Jubilee
Emancipation Jubilees date back to the 1830s yet not as much is known about them. Discover stories of early Black families, the Michigan Manual, the Douglass legacy, and more
Helping Fur Babies Helps Us
A supporter of the Kalamazoo Humane Society discusses why we should help the fur babies in our lives lead long, healthy lives.
Event Shares Resources for Residents and Homeowners
Community Homeworks hosted the National Night Out at the Southside Park in the Edison Neighborhood on Wednesday, August 4. National Night Out is an annual community-building event held across the United States, promoting police-community partnerships. While members of KDPS were…
