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Townsquare Kalamazoo/Battle Creek Townie Awards 2021
EXCLUSIVETownsquare Kalamazoo/Battle Creek 2021 Townie Awards highlight the most unique local businesses, people, places and things around Southwest Michigan.
Delivery Driver Purposely Strikes & Injures Springfield Pedestrian
A pizza delivery driver with a grudge targets pedestrians and vehicles leaving one seriously injured.
This Little Lavender Farm in Mattawan is Officially Up For Sale
Mattawan's little gem, The Shades of Lavender, is officially on the market.
Battle Creek has the Second Most Pot Dispensaries in Michigan
The number of recreational marijuana dispensaries in Battle Creek and Kalamazoo are very high.
7 Total Flu Hospitalizations In Michigan This Season – Really?
Some scientists are theorizing that COVID has literally muscled its way into the forefront, leaving the flu to take a back seat.
This Highly Restored Classic 1969 Ford Bronco is Cherry
Ford manufactured 20,956 of these in '69, but this restored Bronco is a one of a kind. Take a look at photos and video of the next car show trophy-stealer.
Battle Creek Business Sustains $30,000 In Fire Damage
A late-night fire caused tens of thousands of dollars in damage to a Battle Creek business.
Ten Rules for Responding to Pandemic Emergencies
New report takes lessons learned to show how policymakers can both protect individual rights and effectively respond
KCC Waives Online Course Fees, Awards Emergency Grants to Students
Federal stimulus funds to reimburse Spring 2021 students
Battle Creek Pancake House To Reopen
Spread the word... the Pancake House in Battle Creek is opening in less than a week.
Kalamazoo Growlers Investing In Kids With ‘Share The Glove’ Grant
Included in the grant is a standardized set of Rawlings equipment, sized for youth ages 9-12. In the 2021 season, the Kalamazoo Growlers will be awarding a baseball grant
The Push To Reopen Schools
Many Battle Creek area schools are already at least offering in-person for elementary grades.