NEW Episode: Remembering Rota-Kiwan on All Stories Matter

The Rotary Club of Kalamazoo and the Kiwanis Club of Kalamazoo joined forces over 100 years ago to create and fund a Scouts campground right here in our town. Hear John, Sandy and Keith share their stories and learn how you can help their with…

NEW Episode: Spotlight Community Service – MacKenzie Skalski, Teacher of the Year

In this episode of Spotlight Community Service, host Joseph Patrick Fair interviews MacKenzie Skalski, Michigans Elementary Science Teacher of the Year. The conversation highlights her innovative teaching methods, commitment to culturally responsive education, and efforts to strengthen youth mental health, family involvement, and community resilience.…

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Gavel to Gavel: Upcoming Local Government Meetings and Key Agenda Items – October 6 – 10

Let's take a look at some local government agenda items this week: Monday (10/06) Comstock Township Board of Trustees (6:00 PM, PMN3): The Comstock Township Board of Trustees meets Monday to continue work on the Weather…

Is One Form of Free Speech More Important Than Another?

Is one form of free speech more important than another? From art and religion to journalism and civic life, every expression rests on the same bedrock freedom.

The Joy of being understood

Have you ever felt misunderstood, or like someone wanted you to act or look a certain way? In my experience, it’s incredibly frustrating when you feel like you can't be your authentic self. Well, a little…

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