Entertainment
Greensky Bluegrass shines at 49th Ann Arbor Folk Fest
The Michigan bluegrass band headlined the first night of the annual music festival at Hill Auditorium.
Last-minute Tickets Available for Ann Arbor Folk Fest
Amos Lee, Greensky Bluegrass to perform at 49th-annual event
Award-Winning Comedian DeAnne Smith Performs at Kalamazoo State Theatre
Montreal's Top 10 Comedian brings her 'nerdy and dirty' stand-up style to Michigan venue.
Health
Beacon Kalamazoo Named One of America's 100 Best Hospitals
Southwest Michigan hospital recognized for exceptional patient care and safety
Kalamazoo College Students Struggle with Winter Blues
Experts advise finding healthy coping strategies during long stretches of cold and darkness
Legionnaires' Disease Case Confirmed at Bronson Methodist Hospital
Hospital working with health officials to investigate and mitigate potential exposure risk to patients and staff
Weather
Icy Roads Forecast for Friday Morning Commute in West Michigan
Light snow on top of freezing drizzle could create slippery conditions, but warmer temps expected to melt ice by afternoon.
Icy Lake Michigan Rescue Highlights Danger of Ice Shelves
Local authorities warn visitors to stay off the ice after a weekend rescue on the lake
Kalamazoo Shares Tips to Prevent Frozen Water Lines
Avoid costly plumbing repairs by taking these simple precautions during the winter months.
Sports
Amari Lewis scores 30 as Portage Northern cruises past Battle Creek Central
Gull Lake stuns Loy Norrix in high school boys basketball action
Paw Paw, Plainwell earn split; Galesburg-Augusta, K-Christian, Schoolcraft all victorious
West Michigan high school basketball teams had a busy Friday night with conference play taking center stage.
Wax Wings Brewing Releases New Beer With Kalamazoo Curling Club
The 'Hammered & Stoned' IPA celebrates the sport of curling and the local brewing community.
Lifestyle
Kalamazoo Gathers to Discuss Affordable Housing Crisis
Journalists and advocates explore systemic barriers and new approaches to the region's persistent housing challenges.
Downtown Kalamazoo Hosts Annual Chili Cook-Off
Hundreds brave the cold to sample chili at over 20 locations in the 21st annual event.
Kalamazoo Parents Frustrated by Last-Minute School Closures
Parents say short notice disrupts work schedules and childcare plans
