Kalamazoo Sees Rise in Falling Ice Damage Reports
Public safety officials warn residents to protect gas meters and other equipment from falling ice.
WMU Winter Gala Dance Concert Showcases Diverse Styles and Emotions
Kalamazoo Mall Transforms into Winter Wonderland for Annual "Winter in the Zoo" Event
Lifestyle
Kalamazoo Muralist Brings Joy with VR-Powered Artworks
Patrick Hershberger, known as 'GOBONUSSAVES', has transformed the city's landscape with over 100 vibrant murals.

West Michigan Shops Gear Up for Valentine's Day Rush
Flowers, sweet treats in high demand as holiday approaches
WMU's New Dorm Renamed to Valley Oaks
University leaders vote to change name from 'Golden Oaks' to 'Valley Oaks' during construction
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
Northern Lights Possible in West Michigan This Weekend
Recurring solar activity and a coronal mass ejection could create a geomagnetic storm, increasing the chance of seeing the Aurora Borealis.

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
Sports
Gobles wins first conference title in 25 years
Kalamazoo-area boys basketball team ends long drought with victory over Galesburg-Augusta

Michigan high school basketball game ends in brawl, forfeit
Tempers flare after game between Kalamazoo Central and Battle Creek Central
10 Kalamazoo-area Wrestling Teams Capture District Titles
The teams will advance to the next round of the Michigan high school state tournament.