Literacy and Information Overload: Communications Professor Sue Ellen Christian at Public Media Network’s Open Studio

In todays digital age, we are constantly surrounded by informationfrom social media, news outlets, advertisements, and countless online sources. While…

Did you know your story matters? – Impact Story

When people share their stories, something powerful happens – understanding grows, perspectives shift, and neighbors see how much they truly…

Comstock applied for a tornado siren grant. It wasn’t eligible — now what?

The township's bid for federal grant funding to purchase early warning sirens was denied on a technicality: tornado warning systems…

“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…

County Board Approves Brownfield Plan for Housing Development in Galesburg

The Kalamazoo County Board of Commissioners approved a Brownfield Redevelopment Plan Monday for a housing project on vacant land in…

“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…

The skills that shaped Eden’s story

Eden didn’t expect to find a turning point on a trip to the library. But in 2021, while visiting the…

Who’s watching the license plate readers? A city oversight board is forming a subcommittee to find out

The Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety recently updated its policy governing Flock license plate readers, cameras that automatically scan and…

Gavel to Gavel: Upcoming Local Government Meetings and Stand-out Agenda Items – January 27 & 28

As we enter another week of local government meetings, take a look at what’s on the agenda. Monday (01/27): City…

Gavel to Gavel: Upcoming Local Government Meetings and Key Agenda Items – March 31 – April 4

Monday (03/31): City of Kalamazoo Special Committee Meeting (5:00 PM, PMN4): The City Commission meets Monday night to address amendments…

In honor of David F. Gakodi

Last fall, video podcast host Marvinetta Woodley-Penn sat down with a young man named David F. Gakodi. She had no…

Gavel to Gavel: Upcoming Local Government Meetings and Key Agenda Items – April 27 – 28

Monday (04/27): Comstock Township Board of Trustees (6:00 PM, PMN3): The Comstock Board will provide Second Reading of Ordinance 567…