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National Champs! Western Michigan Hockey’s Dream Season Ends with First Title

National Champs! Western Michigan Hockey’s Dream Season Ends with First Title

by Kim Viers | Apr 17, 2025 | Kalamazoo

After a magical, historic, and unforgettable season, Western Michigan hockey ensured its final act was even more extraordinary. The No. 1-ranked Broncos (34-7-1) showed they belonged on the national stage –– soaring to their first-ever national championship by...
Legendary Kalamazoo Country Club Readying for this Season; Transforming for the Next

Legendary Kalamazoo Country Club Readying for this Season; Transforming for the Next

by Kim Viers | Apr 3, 2025 | Kalamazoo

With the arrival of spring and the start of the 2025 golf season, members of Kalamazoo County Club are invited to embrace this final year on its original course before the club unveils its reimagined future! Owned and operated by Greenleaf Hospitality Group, the...
Kalamazoo Pub Rolls Back Prices to 1990 to Celebrate 35th Anniversary

Kalamazoo Pub Rolls Back Prices to 1990 to Celebrate 35th Anniversary

by Kim Viers | Mar 21, 2025 | Kalamazoo

Party like it’s 1990! To commemorate 35 years in business, each of the eight original items still on the menu will be available Thursday, March 27, at the same price points they were introduced at in 1990 at the original Main St. Pub, which still operates at...
Radio Station in Kalamazoo Named College Station of the Year

Radio Station in Kalamazoo Named College Station of the Year

by Kim Viers | Mar 13, 2025 | Kalamazoo

Western Michigan University’s student-run radio station, 89.1 WIDR FM, was named the Best College/University Station (more than 10,000 students) at the 85th annual Intercollegiate Broadcasting System (IBS) awards. WIDR was also selected as the top honor winner of the...
From Kalamazoo to the NFL: A Kalamazoo Promise Success Story

From Kalamazoo to the NFL: A Kalamazoo Promise Success Story

by Kim Viers | Mar 4, 2025 | Kalamazoo

Etienne LeSuer’s journey from Kalamazoo to the NFL is a testament to the power of education, opportunity, and hard work. As a Higher Promise student, Etienne pursued his passion for sports and marketing, gaining hands-on experience at Western Michigan University, the...
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