Neighborhood Voices
Local creators and producers share news and information about the community.
Connecting Communities: Naturalizing the Kalamazoo River, Battle Creek Unlimited
Battle Creek Unlimited is an economic development non-profit that has aquired 10 acres along the Kalamazoo River that runs through downtown. For decades, this area has been a highly industrial one, with the banks of the river reflecting that. A…
Connecting Communities: Monoform Cinema at the Dormouse Theatre
Monoform Cinema is a group that is bringing a curated, non-commercial film experience to Kalamazoo. The team (Gabe Ybarra, Jaycie McGruder, Steve Remenapp, and Carman Goodrich) remember the days when the Alamo Drafthouse Cinema was operating and people could go…
All Stories Matter – “Kalamazoo Kept Calling Me Back.”
Almost all Kalamazoo folk have heard of Communities in School, but few might know the story of its current Executive Director, James Devers. James not only works diligently on behalf of children in our beloved community, but he and his…
All Stories Matter: Jodi Michaels, Global Ties Kalamazoo
Jodi discusses her journey from Canada to California, to New York to Kalamazoo, as well as a few stops and experiences along the way–– including synchronized swimming. We also learn about her work and passion, Global Ties Kalamazoo.
Media Shift: Are You Ready?
For many young adults like Michael, graduating High School presents many uncertain feelings and potential doubts. Michael S., of the 2025 Media Shift Youth Cohort, says "high school life ending makes you see if you can really realize whats about…
Media Shift: Beauty from Within
Yamalisa is a young woman born in Grand Rapids that attended Western Michigan University, shares her journey with beauty pageants while also being a part of criminal law. Producer London H., of the 2025 Media Shift Youth Cohort, says "I…
Media Shift: Echoes from the Grave – A Death Metal Journey
Follow Benjamin Boggs of the local Metal band "Drink Their Blood," as he recounts the story of how the band's formation and transformations shape new creative journeys, new connections, and unforgettable opportunities. Producer Drake H., of the Media Shift 2025…
