PMN Connector
“Everybody’s feeling a little disconnected.”
Lately, it can feel like our world is more divided than ever. It’s harder to talk to people who see things differently. It’s harder to know what’s true. And it’s easier than ever to just tune out completely. But through public…
Gavel to Gavel: Upcoming Local Government Meetings and Key Agenda Items – February 2 – 5
Welcome to the month of February! We're kicking things off with a busy week of meetings: Monday (02/02): City of Kalamazoo Committee of the Whole (5:00 PM, PMN4): Monday night's Committee of the Whole meeting will center on a work…
Why Open Media Matters in a Platform-Driven World
Social media has changed how people organize, communicate, and share information. It has helped neighbors find one another in moments of crisis, allowed movements to grow quickly, and lowered barriers for people to speak publicly. For many, these platforms are…
“It’s a shame if you don’t try” – Impact Story
Did you ever have to do a group project for school or work and struggle to get everyone together to work towards the same goal? It's one thing to even get a group of people on the same page, let…
Gavel to Gavel: Upcoming Local Government Meetings and Key Agenda Items – January 26 – 30
Take a look into what's on the agenda this week for our local boards and commissions: Monday (01/26): Kalamazoo City Commission (6:00 PM, PMN4): The City Commission will hold a Public Hearing regarding adoption of an ordinance to rezone the…
“You have a right to voice it” – Impact Story
Imagine being creative but living in a community without a place to freely share that creativity. “There’s got to be a place where you can have a voice and tell your story,” said Kristen Chesak, Executive Director of the Arts…
Why Government Meeting Coverage Matters
Many of the decisions that shape our daily lives happen in rooms most of us can’t attend. Township boards, city commissions, and county committees meet during work hours or on weeknights. Even with meetings being open to the public, showing…