Road Commission Approves Fleet Replacements, Snowplow Parts, and Two 2028 Safety Projects

The Road Commission of Kalamazoo County approved new vehicles, snowplow repair parts, and two future road safety grants at its August 25 meeting. Fleet replacements approved under budget The board approved two vehicle purchases from Seelye Ford, the qualified local bidder in both cases. A…

A Front Door to Community Support: Inside El Concilio’s Resource Office

El Concilio's Resource Office helps community members navigate mail, online applications, and other everyday systems that can be difficult to access alone. Irving Quintero, Chief Operating Officer at El Concilio, says the Resource Office assists with practical, small-scale needs — things like reviewing mail or…

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Hit Record: Your Podcast Starts Here

Hit the Record: Create and Launch Your Podcast! When: September 19 – November 14 Days: Saturday Time: 10:30 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. Where: Public Media Network, 359 S Kalamazoo Mall #300, Kalamazoo, MI 49007 Cost: $150…

Youth StoryLab: Your Story. Your Camera. Your Community.

Program Dates: September 12, 2026 – January 9, 2027 Time: Saturdays, 1:00 P.M. – 5:00 P.M. Community Screening: January 16, 2027For youth in grades 7 - 12 What makes a neighborhood thrive — and who gets…

Oshtemo Moving to Require Septic Tanks Be Pumped Before New Sewer Hookups

Oshtemo Township's Board took a first step toward requiring septic tanks be pumped before connecting to new public sewer lines. Public Works Director Anna Horner presented the proposed change as part of the township's ongoing USDA…

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