Kalamazoo Mornings With Ken Lanphear

Jim Babcock from Community Pride with a preview of this year's Pride Week activities at the Art Coast of Michigan!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah Mansberger, Executive Director of the Career Connect talks about the new facility opening to students in the Fall and the May 22nd Grand Opening Celebration.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacida Roedel, Secretary of the Kalamazoo Bicycle Club, talks about the Women's Ride and the regular schedule of rides geared for women.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Val Glasscock, Manager of the Market in Texas Corners gives a rundown of what shoppers will find Saturday morning.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joining us to talk about her roles in :"Ain't Too Proud-The Life and Times of the Temptations", Reyanna Edwards joined us. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Jessica shares the "Mimosa of the Week" recipe and talks about other food offerings at Harding'sSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Exhibit is designed for kids 3-9 and encourages STEM-based problem solving and Alecia Cross, Program Coordinator for the Kalamazoo Valley Museum shared details with us.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paul Wells,Education Chair of the Kalamazoo Bicycle Club, talked with us about Bike Week and the upcoming event the organization is sponsoring.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dana Wagner from Discover Kalamazoo with details on events such as the 151 1/2 Birthday Celebration in Vicksburg.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The rally on South Westnedge invites participants to bring donations of cleaning products and personal care items for Kalamazoo Together for the Unhoused. 12-2pm Saturday, May 17th.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wednesday schedule includes a "Bike Rodeo" for kids and Chad Wendt, Recreation Manager for Kalamazoo Parks and Recreation joined us with details.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin Crittenden, Associate Director of Chamber Membership at Southwest Michigan First on the Kickstart Professional Development Workshop and Intern Mixer Series.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A rundown of entertainment and special events in Kalamazoo's Arts community for this week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, the City Manager talks about wrapping up the new City Budget, tower leases to cell phone companies, the :progress on the Portage Business Directory and a ribbon cutting for a new trail in Portage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, the Sheriff talks about National Police Week, Kalamazoo Area Bike Week, recruiting the next Citizen's Academy and driving in this morning's foggy conditions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liam Braun, Mechanic with Western Michigan University’s Bike Resource Hub joins us to talk about the “Bikes 4 All!” event during Kalamazoo Area Bike Week, tomorrow,and an update on Tuesday events.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Smith, Communications Manager for the City of Kalamazoo, wraps up action of the Kalamazoo City Commission at their weekly meeting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nikki Statler, Director of Marketing & Development at the Air Zoo is joined by tLisa Garcia the Assistant Vice President for External Partnerships at WMU,underwriting our 12th Annual Science Innovation Hall of Fame Awards.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rep. Hall talks about his recent White House meeting with The President and Governor Whitmer and updates school safety bills in the legislature and work on the budget.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seth Ganton, Campus Administrator for Vineyard, joined us to talk about the ground breaking ceremony and what the new facility will feature. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Issac Green, Executive Director of the Open Roads Bike Program and Chair of Kalamazoo Area Bike Week talks about his program and upcoming events on the Bike Week schedule. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Representative Rogers discussed her appointment to the National Council of State Legislatures Maternal Health Fellowship, the latest on the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact bills, the passage of the bi-partisan death certificate reform bills and her upcoming legislative coffee hour.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Hassenger, founder of Mighty Uke Day and Director of "Music Is The Foundation" talks about the annual "Mighty Uke Day" celebration of the ukulele.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bronson Healthcare Neurologist Dr. Rodrick Dizon talks about the common symptoms and care for a stroke as May is Stroke Awareness Month.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin Williams, Assistant to the Portage City Manager and Michael Smith, Communications Manager for the City of Kalamazoo joined us to talk about the weekend events for Kalamazoo Area Bike Week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Val Glasscock, Market Manager for the Texas Township Farmers Market, previews the opening of the market for the new season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Jessica looks ahead to Mother's Day weekend with a wine selection idea for Mom's, the weekend Wine Sale and her Mimosa of the Week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aliah Lavender, the Program Director for our new Cosmetology and Barbering School, talks about enrollment in the new school and available client services!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Nancy Hock from Western Michigan University Occupational Therapy talks about and event where wheelchairs, walkers and other mobility equipment can be repaired or replaced free.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Taylor Abfall from Discover Kalamazoo gives us a rundown of upcoming events, including Mother's Day weekend opportunities.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rudy Foster, who plays the role of Otis Williams of the Temptations in the production of "Ain't Too Proud: The Life and Times of the Temptations" coming to Miller Auditorium joined us with a preview of the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"Books and Butterflies" this month at the Kalamazoo Public Library.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, the City Manager looks back on the 1-year anniversary of the Portage tornado. Other topics include Bike Month, the memory Cafe and next week's City Council meeting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kristen Chesak from the Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo with this week rundown of Arts events.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, the Sheriff looks back at the May 7, 2024 tornado in Portage and Texas Township, talks about Mental;Health Awareness Month, his visit to the State Capital and Corrections Officers and Nurses Week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Nancy Hock from Western Michigan University's Occupational Therapy Department and Dan Potts from the Hanger Clinic joined us to talks about the event for anyone "differently abled" to participate in free activities.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nikki Statler from the Air Zoo shared details on this year's Southwest Michigan Cultural Exchange in June and a review of May events.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Senator McCann brings us an update on work on the State of Michigan budget and the recently announced "Ticket to Tuition" sweepstakes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chelsie Taylor, Organizer of the Kalamazoo Vegan Chef Challenge, shares details of the event which runs thru the end of May.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Annie Kelley, Communications Director of the Calhoun County Visitors Bureau, talks about Spring happenings in the area. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Troy Zukowski and Denise Miller joined us to talk about the May 3rd Rally for Workers Rights and Community Action in Portage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Emily LeFleur, General Manager of Dark Horse Brewing previews the Spring Smokeoff annual event in Marshall.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.