by Kim Viers | Apr 30, 2024 | Calhoun
Marvel Comics illustrator Jerry DeCaire will discuss the craft of art and illustration, and share what it’s like to be an artist, during a visit to the Albion District Library on May 4. The event, intended for children in grades 5-12, as well as adults, is free and...
by Kim Viers | Apr 29, 2024 | Kalamazoo
A new, combined dog park and doggy daycare is opening in Galesburg. Owned by a local veteran, the Puppy Playground aims to be a one-stop shop for dog owners, featuring an indoor and outdoor park, overnight kennels, a groomer, and even a full concession stand for...
by Kim Viers | Apr 23, 2024 | Kalamazoo
Kalamazoo will narrow one of its downtown roads to make way for wider sidewalks, a parking structure, and an outdoor plaza to pave the way for the new $300 million downtown arena. Plans also include a skybridge in between the arena and the parking ramp as well as an...
by Kim Viers | Apr 22, 2024 | Kalamazoo
Meka Phillips, who specializes in creating custom cakes for all occasions, is getting ready to open her first brick-and-mortar location in downtown Kalamazoo called Dessert First. In addition to sweets, the “cakery” will also have affordable breakfast and lunch...
by Kim Viers | Apr 18, 2024 | Van Buren
The South Haven City Council voted this week to approve plans that will implement several changes regarding the city’s social district. These include extending the daily hours, extending the season, and updating signage to make the boundaries more clear.