Kalamazoo Mornings With Ken Lanphear

Executive Director Chris Praedel and Fund Development Specialist Nancy Servoss with the latest on the contest with displays of the houses beginning at Art Hop December 5th.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the Legislature returning to session this week, Sen. McCann discussed the status of some of his proposals and why several bills have been held up from passage and the Governor's signature.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kim Loftus, Chief Development Officer with Beacon Kalamazoo and breast cancer survivor and Beacon nurse Holly Hansen talk about the tradition honoring breast cancer patients, survivors and donors and raises funds to support breast cancer screenings.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bradley Romstadt, owner of "The Zoo Scoop" talks about his new business and a special ribbon cutting event to officially open.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lisa Rock and her 6-piece band will re-create the Christmas music and other hit songs of The Carpenters Saturday, December 6th at Miller Auditorium. Lisa joined us to give us a preview.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

McKenna Dole from Discover Kalamazoo gave us a rundown of special Holiday Weekend events including Kalamazoo's annual Tree Lighting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's topics includes an upcoming City Council discussion on purchasing a drone first responder system, plus a DNR grant for the Austin Lake Trail and the Portage Tree Lighting ceremony.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kristen Chesak from the Arts Council provides details on Holiday event coming up this week around Kalamazoo.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's topics include safe travels while celebrating the Holiday and dealing with the Winter conditions, plus findings of the Governor's Gun Violence Tas Force and the Sheriff's successful appear to fill job vacancies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Svetlana Kvint, board certified neurosurgeon, talked with us about her specialty, advancements in her field and why she chose to practice at Bronson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Air Zoo's Donor Relations & Grants Manager, Joe Winters, into the studio to talk about some recent funding given to support the Community Access Memberships.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shanthi Appelo, registered dietician at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, is available to discuss how to balance your plate and still enjoy the full Thanksgiving experience.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Gregory Tiongson and Dr. Karen Garcia from Bronson Children's Hospital with a discussion on how disparities in birth affects families in Southwest Michigan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael McLeieer, President of ESCAPE Fire Safety, provides safety tips for cooking and enjoying that Thanksgiving Day dinner.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pastor William Stein shares details of this week's free community Thanksgiving dinners being served in Kalamazoo and Battle Creek.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Michael Scott, Pastor of Galilee Baptist Church, talks about the church's mission to provide supplies for families to prepare Thanksgiving dinners in their homes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Author Jasmine Hamilton joined us to talk about her writings and her latest novella "Choosing Capree"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Nerbonne from Travel Michigan talks about the impact of Deer Hunting Season and previews events in Traverse City and Grand Rapids.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jessica talks about their remaining stock of Thanksgiving turkeys, the Thanksgiving week Wine Sale and the "Football Frenzy" contest.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Julie Stotz-Ghosh, English Department Faculty and Director of the KVCC Visiting Writers Series & Artists Forum talks about the Thursday evening events with poet Reginald Dwayne Betts, See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cam Sohrabi and Garrett Pyatt, owners of Game Pawn, talk about their new store opening November 14thi in Kalamazoo's Westwood Plaza.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

McKenna Dole from Discover Kalamazoo shares event details including Holiday shopping in Vicksburg and Texas Corners.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sara Bower from Miller Auditorium with a rundown of upcoming Holiday season shows coming to the stage at Miller.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jenny Boerman, Chamber Member Services Associate at Southwest Michigan First shares details of the Shop Local initiative to accompany the Holiday Shopping season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, the Mayor looks back at the special Veterans Breakfast and the impact on the Zhang Senior Center in Portage, plus a focus on Lexington Green and Lakeview Parks this year and upcoming City Council business.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kristen Chesak from the Arts Council with this week's rundown of events including the 140th Anniversary Celebration at the YWCA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, the Sheriff discusses the "'Til Valhalla" organization, talks about job openings in tech in his Department, the relocated Veterans Memorial Display at the new courthouse and funeral arrangements for Oshtemo Township firefighter Charlie Sullivan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Western VP/Director of Athletics Dan Bartholomae joined us to talk about the Tuesday night football matchup and post-season contests for Bronco Men's and Women's soccer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Radio Voice of the Broncos, Robin Hook, gives us a scouting report on the battle for the top of the MAC standings in MACtion st Waldo Stadium. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nikki Statler from the Air Zoo tells us about free admission on Veterans Day for vets and their families and free admission to SNAP benefit recipients for the rest of the year. Plus, a preview of the next traveling exhibit to come to the Air Zoo.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Speaker Hall discusses help for those losing SNAP benefits due to the Federal Government shutdown, a new program to reform business attraction in the State and new transparency measure in the State budget process.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rep. Rogers discussed the new U.S. 131-131 Business Loop interchange, thoughts on the past election, update of SNAP benefits and the government shutdown and the vulnerable roadway user package.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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TSI drummer and co-founder Jeff Plate joined us to talk about their Winter tour which includes Van Ander Arena on December 7th.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Assistant City Planner, Bobby Durkee joined us to talk about the Planning Commission's "no" vote on a controversial car wash proposed to land adjacent to Asylum Lake.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The holiday season in Downtown Holland officially begins Friday, November 14, Kara de Alvare, Marketing Coordinator for the City of Holland spoke with us about some of the upcoming events.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jessica updates the Halloween Costume Contest and "Football Friday" prizes for the week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alisha Richardson, Exhibits Coordinator for the Arcus Gallery at the KVCC Center for New Media, discusses November's Art Hop event that will feature a Staff and Faculty Art Show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rick Notter, Vice President of Individual Business at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan discusses the open enrollment "toolkit"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

McKenna Dole from Discover Kalamazoo with details on Art Hop, Kalamatopia, a big dog show and "The Grinch" at Miller Auditorium.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ahead of this weekend's performances of "Dr. Seuss's How The Grinch Stole Christmas-The Musical", The Grinch himself pays us a visit to talk about his appearances around Kalamazoo and the show itself.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Library Ambassador Karen Woodworth gives us a look at this month's special events at the library.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.