Media You Own vs. Media That Owns You
Someone asked me recently why Public Media Network even needs to exist. YouTube is free. Facebook reaches everyone. Why bother? It's a fair question. And honestly, it's one I don't mind answering, because the people asking it aren't wrong about the tools. They're just working…
Gavel to Gavel: Upcoming Local Government Meetings and Key Agenda Items – April 13 – 16
Let's take a look at this week's local meetings, including the Kalamazoo Township Board of Trustees, Oshtemo Township Board, and more. Monday Comstock Township Parks and Recreation (6:00 PM, PMN3): The Parks and Recreation Commission in Comstock will consider Special Event Requests from Hi-Tech Electric,…
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More Channels, Fewer Voices
Pick up your phone and you can access more media than any generation before you. News channels, streaming services, podcasts, social media, the options never end. It looks like we have more choices than ever. But…
Gavel to Gavel: Local Government Meetings and Key Agenda Items – April 6 – 9
Let's take a closer look at this week's upcoming local government meetings: Monday (04/06) Comstock Township Board of Trustees (6:00 PM, PMN3): The Comstock Board will conduct a Public Hearing for the Leigh Avenue Site Condominium…
“What this place has done for me” – Impact Story
After a lifetime in public service, Joseph Patrick Fair was ready for a new challenge. Joseph enjoys a good challenge. After working in public service all his life, he has done things many of us can…
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