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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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    Travel Michigan-Saugatuck/Douglas Pride Week

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 3:10


    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.

    KRESA plans a Grand Opening for the new Career Connect Center

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 4:44


    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.

    Kalamazoo Area Bike Week wraps up on Saturday

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 3:38


    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.

    Saturday Morning at the Texas Township Farmers Market

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 3:07


    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.

    "Ain't Too Proud..." wraps up it's run at Miller Auditorium

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 3:35


    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.

    Jessica, Wine Steward, Harding's Woodbridge

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 2:42


    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.

    Kalamazoo Valley Museum opens a Summer exhibit for families

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 4:08


    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.

    Kalamazoo Area Bike Week-Thursday update

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 4:17


    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.

    Discover Kalamazoo's highlight events in the area for this week

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 4:43


    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.

    Activists Plan Portage Rally to Support DEI Policies

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 6:25


    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.

    Kalamazoo Area Bike Week,-Wednesday events

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 4:56


    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.

    Development and Networking opportunities for interns this summer

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 2:43


    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.

    This week in the Arts in Kalamazoo

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 1:54


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

    Portage City Manager Pat McGinnis

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 5:21


    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.

    Kalamazoo County Sheriff Richard Fuller

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 4:12


    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.

    Kalamazoo Area Bike Week-Tuesday events

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 4:17


    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.

    Kalamazoo City Commission news from their Monday meeting

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 3:36


    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.

    Air Zoo-Hall of Fame Weekend

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 4:41


    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.

    State Representative and House Speaker Matt Hall updates

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 6:03


    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.

    Vineyard Assisted Living Breaks Ground on a New Memory Care community

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 3:38


    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.

    Monday events for Kalamazoo Area Bike Week

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 4:01


    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.

    State Representative Julie Rogers with a legislative update

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 5:29


    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.

    Travel Michigan-East Lansing's "Mighty Uke Day"

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 7:17


    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 Health Chat-Stroke Awareness Month

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 10:15


    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.

    Kalamazoo Area Bike Week begins Saturday

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 5:16


    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.

    Texas Township Farmers Market opens for the season on Saturday

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 3:28


    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.

    Jessica, Wine Steward, Harding's Woodbridge

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 2:49


    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.

    KVCC marks one year of it's Cosmetology and Barbering School program

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 3:46


    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.

    "Equipment for Wellness" event in Grand Rapids on Friday

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 4:11


    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.

    Discover Kalamazoo's highlight events for this weekend in the Kalamazoo area

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 3:28


    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.

    "Ain't Too Proud" star joins us to preview Miller Auditorium show

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 4:09


    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.

    Karen Woodworth from the Parchment Community Library with May events

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 2:24


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

    Portage City Manager Pat McGinnis joins the show

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 8:48


    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.

    This week in Kalamazoo's Arts community

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 2:20


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

    Kalamazoo County Sheriff Richard Fuller visits with us

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 4:56


    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.

    An adaptive field day planned for Western Michigan University May 10

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 6:16


    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.

    Air Zoo feature for this week-SW Michigan Cultural Exchange

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 3:35


    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.

    State Senator Sean McCann delivers a legislative update

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 5:27


    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.

    The Vegan Chef Challenge is back in Kalamazoo

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 5:01


    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.

    Travel Michigan-Battle Creek and Calhoun County

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 4:07


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

    Rally for Workers Rights Saturday in Portage

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 4:46


    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.

    Dark Horse Brewing presents it's annual Spring Smokeoff

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 3:58


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

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