Kalamazoo Mornings With Ken Lanphear

Sara Bower, Marketing Director at Miller Auditorium, telling us tickets for the musical "Chicago" go on sale this week and two Halloween-themed events are coming up in late October.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clarence Lloyd, Vice President and Chamber Director at Southwest Michigan first with details on the 2025 Chamber's Choice Small Business Conference and Celebration.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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

This week, the Sheriff talks about his visit to the Michigan Civil Rights Divisions "Response to Hate" event, bike fatalities in Kalamazoo County the highest in the State, cadets training at the Kellogg Community College Academy with jobs available at the Department and how to contact the Sheriff with quesitons.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Carolyn Wyllie from the Bronson Health Foundation with details on the September 28th 5K run/1K walk event to benefit the Hospital.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Air Zoo President and CEO Troy Thrash shares a recap of the Greatest Generation Celebration week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Speaker Hall with the latest on efforts to finalize a State budget.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean McBride from Metro Transit spoke with us as he and transit leaders around Michigan plan to meet with elected officials in Lansing on the budget discussions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Representative Rogers updates the budget negotiations in Lansing and new legislation dealing with menopause.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Elaine talked with us about recent successes in Bronco Athletics and gameday information for the home opener in Football.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Hensley, President & CEO of the Blue Water Area Convention and Visitors Bureau talks about Blue Water Area Happenings for Fall.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Val Glasscock, Manager of the Texas Township Farmers Market, previews the Saturday vendors and events at the market.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Jessica talks about the "Football Friday" ticket giveaway, house-made brats and Prime Time Donuts offered at Harding's Woodbridge.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Miranda McDowell, Coordinator for Student Onboarding and Organizations at KVCC, promoting the college’s Vibe Fest. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kate Boeve with the Kalamazoo Scottish Festival joined us with details on this long-running event.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Biel, Business Development Coordinator for Discover Kalamazoo gives us this week's calendar of Downtown Kalamazoo events.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marketing Director Sara Bower returns with her weekly update on show coming to the Miller stage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gleaves Whitney, Executive Director of the Foundation with details on the national initiative honoring the 50th Anniversary of the Ford Presidency.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

City of Kalamazoo Communications Manager Michael Smith gives us a rundown of the Kalamazoo City Commission action at their Tuesday meeting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Library Ambassador Karen Woodworth shares details on September events at the Library.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, the City Manager talks about enterprise zones and investment policy to be discussed at the next City Council meeting as well as upcoming events in the city.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kristen Chesak from the Arts Council talks about this week's Art op and Mural Festival and other events on the calendar.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, the Sheriff talks about parents keeping an eye on what their kids see on line and on phones, a new phone service for the County Jail and September is Disaster Preparedness Month.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bret and Shelby Feaster, owners of 8 Michigan Jimmy John's locations discuss their plans to bring the first Paris Baguette location to Kalamazoo.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This month, Senator McCann provides us with an update on the State Budget and upcoming projects in committee.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seth Welton, Marketing and Communications Manager with the Air Zoo, talks about the Greatest Generation parade yesterday and the Victory Celebration party Saturday night.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kelly Wolgamott, Vice President of Pure Michigan, shared highlight destinations for late Summer/early Fall around Michigan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The production, written and directed by Brendan Ragotzy and starring Luke Ragotzy as John Wilken Booth runs September 2-7.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marianne Huff, President and CEO of the Mental Health Association in Michigan talks about her push to get the legislation thru to help victims of opioid use.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Market Manager Val Glasscock gives us a rundown of vendors and entertainment at this week's market.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Jessica gives us a preview of her "Football Friday" tailgate contest with great prizes to be won!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alicia Siebers, Executive Director of the Kalamazoo Valley Community College Foundation, joined us to talk about the annual scholarship fundraiser—Opportunities for Education, See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ken Greschak, organizer of Democracy Fest 2025 joined us to discuss the details and goals of the event.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jennifer McGowan from Discover Kalamazoo shares details of special events coming up around Kalamazoo.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, an update on the upcoming Metro Transit Millage vote, Stewardship Day being marked in Portage, a look ahead to the Holiday Bazaar and ribbon cuttings for two new Portage schools.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kristen Chesak, Executive Director of the Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo with a rundown of this week's happenings.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, the Sheriff talks about the League of Women Voters event, his conversations and sharing ideas with his staff, back to school and the Labor Day holiday weekend ahead.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michigan U.S. Senator Gary Peters stopped off in Kalamazoo and talked with us about his 9th annual motorcycle tour and some of the top issues of the day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Randy Mudge, radiation oncologist and Physician In Chief for oncology services at Bronson Cancer Center talks about prostate cancer and an upcoming presentation for the public on treatment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seth Welton, Marketing & Communications Manager, talks about Summer Movie Night went and their upcoming Victory Celebration party on Saturday, September 6, which is part of the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation's Greatest Generation CelebrationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shanthi Appelo, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan’s registered dietician and health and wellness spokesperson, shared general uses for peaches beyond the dessert, See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dave Bos, CEO of Park Village Pines talks about their mission and their upcoming Fall Gala Dinner featuring College Football Legend, author and speaker Tim Tebow on September 12.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.