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Join Ken weekday mornings on WKZO for News, Accuweather, Traffic, Sports, Birthdays and conversation with the interesting people in Kalamazoo.

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    Galilee Baptist Church distributing Thanksgiving Boxes and Baskets to those in need

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 4:07


    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.

    Kalamazoo-based writers discusses her latest book

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 4:10


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

    Travel Michigan- Heart of Winter in Pure Michigan

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 4:33


    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, Wine Steward at Hardings Woodbridge location in Portage joins us

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 4:04


    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.

    Events in Kalamazoo Valley's Visiting Writers Series.

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 2:44


    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.

    A locally owned video game, electronics and collectibles business opening in Kalamazoo

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 3:30


    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.

    Discover Kalamazoo highlight events this weekend

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 3:03


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

    Holiday Happenings at Miller Auditorium

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 3:20


    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.

    Shop Local Week begins November 26th in Kalamazoo

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 5:38


    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.

    Portage Mayor Patricia Randall visits the show

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 9:07


    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.

    This week's events in the Arts in Kalamazoo

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 3:01


    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.

    Kalamazoo County Sheriff Richard Fuller visits with us

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 4:09


    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 Michigan Director of Athletics joins us to talk Bronco sports

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 29:56


    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.

    Preview of Western Michigan-Ohio University football

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 6:04


    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.

    Air Zoo celebrating Veterans Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 4:08


    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.

    State Rep. and Michigan House Speaker Matt Hall joins the show

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 7:22


    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.

    State Representative Julie Rogers brings a legislative update

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2025 6:07


    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.

    Feeding Broncos organization creating fund-raising opportunity to support their work

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2025 2:52


    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Trans-Siberian Orchestra's Winter tour will stop in West Michigan

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2025 4:52


    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.

    Controversial car wash issue comes before the City of Kalamazoo Planning Commission

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2025 3:18


    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.

    Travel Michigan-Holidays in Holland

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2025 3:51


    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, Wine Steward at Harding's Woodbridge joins us

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2025 3:42


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

    Kalamazoo Valley Community College Arcus Gallery hosts an Art Hop event

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2025 3:35


    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.

    Open enrollment underway for health plans

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2025 6:41


    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.

    Discover Kalamazoo highlight events this weekend

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2025 3:00


    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.

    "The Grinch" pays a visit to our show!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 5:27


    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.

    Parchment Community Library November events

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 3:28


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

    Portage Mayor Patricia Randall visits with us

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 7:04


    The Mayor talks about her successful re-election in Tuesday's balloting and the rest of the City Council election results as well as promoting their food drive and the upcoming Holiday Bazaar in Portage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    November Art Hop and other happenings in the Arts report this week

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 3:10


    Kristen Chesak from the Arts Council with a preview of the November Art Hop and many other events on this week's calendar.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    A visit with Kalamazoo County Sheriff Richard Fuller

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 4:21


    This week, the Sheriff discusses protection orders, need to support local food banks, a report from the Alliance for Great Lakes on proposed AI data centers and a look back at a safe HalloweenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Lack of funding jeopardizes free Thanksgiving dinner in Kalamazoo

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 6:43


    William Stein, Chairman of God's Kitchen of Michigan, joined us for appeal for contributions to make this year's free Thanksgiving dinner possible in Kalamazoo.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Update on events at the Air Zoo

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 1:55


    Nikki Statler from the Air Zoo joined us to talk about their upcoming Coffee and Collections event and special opportunities for Veterans on Veteran's Day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    14th annual Halloween Candy Buy-Back event is underway

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2025 3:44


    Shannon Garman from Hope Dentistry, Dr. Susan Dennis, D.D.D. provided details on their annual Halloween Candy Buy-Back event.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    State Senator Sean McCann legislative update

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2025 7:20


    Senator McCann discusses the SNAP benefits crisis and legislation introduced on smoke in hospital ER's and trade with Ireland and help available with collections on overpayments on Unemployment Insurance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Butterball Turkey Hot Line is Open for Thanksgiving Chefs

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2025 5:04


    Turkey Talk-Line expert Sue Smith joined us with turkey advice and a hosting accessory. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Western Michigan Football Head Coach Lance Taylor previews Western-Central

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2025 4:19


    Coach Taylor joins us to talk about the rivalry matchup on the field, how he handles the intensity of the rivalry with players and incorporating so many new faces into the program.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Western Michigan VP/Director of Athletics Dan Bartholomae visits with us

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2025 5:16


    Dan talks about the push to fill Waldo Stadium for the Central game, another title for Women's Soccer and plans for the "Juice Bus" getting Western students from campus to Downtown.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    When was the last Western-Central Football game on a Saturday in Kalamazoo with as much importance as Saturday's?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2025 5:57


    Robin Hook, Radio Voice of the Broncos, shares a great story from 2006 and previews this weekend's Football and Hockey action.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Travel Michigan-"From Michigan With Love"

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2025 4:40


    Franklin Dohanyos, Owner, "From Michigan With Love" just released its 2025 Holiday Food and Gift Guide! This year’s guide has something for everyone, including some new products and some favorites from over the years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Discover Kalamazoo's highlight events in Kalamazoo this week

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2025 2:40


    McKenna Dole from Discover Kalamazoo highlights Halloween events, football and the "Day of the Dead".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    "Taps on Tuesday" back at KVCC Downtown

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2025 2:59


    Aaron Ross, Sustainable Brewing Instructor at Kalamazoo Valley Community College, talked with us about the "Taps on Tuesday" happy hour-style event featuring student crafted beer and food pairings.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Visit with Jessica, Wine Steward, Harding's Wooodbridge

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2025 4:08


    Jessica promoted the store's Halloween Costume Contest, "Football Frenzy" and cocktail tastings plus a Wine Sale this week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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