John is a Southwest Michigan native who has done radio in Minneapolis, Detroit, and Flint. He's excited to be back in his hometown bringing you Kalamazoo's Greatest Hits. John has two kids, two cars, two cats and a motorcycle that he really loves. With a great love for history and discovery, especially creepy places, you will always find him searching local landmarks. He also likes to run, as long as it's not more than a 5k, or to the fridge.
John Mason
Could This Be One Of The Only Remaining King Folding Boats That Were Made In Kalamazoo
The remains of a King Folding Boat were identified during the 2017 Hidden Kalamazoo tour and may be one of the only boats of its kind left.
See Inside The First National Bank/Peregrine Building in Kalamazoo- Urban Exploration
Renovations are underway at the old First National Bank, aka Peregrin 100 building on the corner of Michigan and S. Kalamazoo Mall. See what has been hidden behind the walls all these years.
Travel From Kalamazoo To Mackinaw City On A Motorcycle In 16 Minutes
A motorcycle, a camera and the open road. Take an exhilarating motorcycle ride from Kalamazoo to Mackinaw City in 16 minutes without getting a speeding ticket.
Aldi Moves Over To Former Office Depot Site On West Main
Office Depot in Kalamazoo closed its doors when they merged with Office Max. The store has been vacant until recent construction started up. So who is moving into the building?
Michigan Made Cars At The Gilmore Museum From Companies That No Longer Exist
Karl Benz may have created the first automobile but the best come from Michigan which has had several independent auto makers that no longer exist. Check out some rarities here.
Yes, Kalamazoo’s West Main Really Is That Bad And Yes, Something Is Being Done
Driving West Main (M-43) Between US-131 and Pitcher Street feels like nothing more then a series of speed bumps intended to keep you at the posted 30 to 45 mph along the route through Kalamazoo. That doesn't seem to slow some people down and only serves to annoy others.
Governor Snyder Vetoes Choose Life License Plate Bill
Friday June 30th, just before the Holiday weekend, Michigan Governor Snyder vetoed a bill that would have raised funds for pro life non-profit organizations in Michigan.
The Great Race Is Nearing The Finish Line In Michigan And Passing Through Kalamazoo This Week
The Great Race pits classic car against classic car in a race through several states, passing through Kalamazoo and ending in Traverse city.
Enjoy The Summer With These Historic Walking Tours Around Kalamazoo
Get outside this summer, makes some new friends and learn Kalamazoo history with these historic walking tours around town.
See Inside All Seven Hidden Kalamazoo 2017 Buildings
Seven of Kalamazoo's historic buildings were open to visitors the tour and see some places that the public normally doesn't have the chance to see. Check them out here.