Gavel to Gavel: Local Government Meetings and Key Agenda Items – March 23 – 26

As we enter another week, take a look at what's on the agenda for our local boards and commissions. Monday…

Helping nonprofits share their impact

Every day, nonprofits in Kalamazoo County are doing vital work that strengthens our community. But it's hard for many nonprofits…

What Michigan’s Media Landscape Tells Us About the Future We Need to Build

Something is broken in how communities get the information they need to function, and a new statewide report puts data…

Gavel to Gavel: Upcoming Local Government Meetings and Key Agenda Items – March 16 – 19

Welcome to another week of local government! Monday (03/16): Comstock Township Board of Trustees (6:00 PM, PMN3): The Comstock Board…

The People Who Keep the Record

Every community has people doing quiet, important work. They show up to a neighbor's art show with a camera. They…

Gavel to Gavel: Upcoming Local Government Meetings and Key Agenda Items – March 9 – 12

Let's take a look at this week's local government schedule! Monday (03/09): Kalamazoo Township Board of Trustees (7:00 PM, PMN4):…

“You realize you can make an impact”

Monthly donors help sustain ongoing access to local media and community connection. Dee Chauvin, a producer and monthly donor, shared…

Communication Is Infrastructure, Too

When I was finishing my environmental studies degree, our capstone class focused on sustainable communities. Each of us was assigned…

Gavel to Gavel: A Look at Upcoming Local Government Meetings and Key Agenda Items – March 2 – 5

Welcome to March! Let's take a look at this week's upcoming meetings. Monday (03/02): City of Kalamazoo Committee of the…

Creator Tip: Every Shot Sends a Message

The Myth of “Just Capturing What Happened” Spend enough time around cameras and editing software, and you start to hear…