Vicksburg, Michigan: The Village Growing at a Time When Most Are Shrinking
Vicksburg, Michigan has grown 37 percent since 2010, making it the fourth-fastest-growing village in the state. Downtown revitalization efforts and weekly 'Burg Days events are drawing thousands of visitors from outside the village.
Parchment Residents Have Until July 5 to Comment on Paper Mill Cleanup Plan for 22.4-Acre Brownfield Site
Parchment residents have until July 5 to comment on a cleanup plan for the abandoned Crown Vantage paper mill. The $800,000 EPA-funded project would remove two fuel oil storage tanks from the 22.4-acre brownfield site.
Comstock Park: Guatemalan Bakery Mi Bella Guatemala Brings Family Tradition to Alpine Avenue
Mi Bella Guatemala Store relocated from Grand Rapids to Comstock Park for better parking and expanded space. The family-owned bakery brings traditional Guatemalan breads, churros, and tamales to Alpine Avenue after 14 years of baking.
Oshtemo: Timothy Johnson, 38, Killed in Early Morning Pedestrian Crash at West Main and Drake
Timothy Johnson, 38, was killed after being struck by a vehicle while walking in an intersection in Oshtemo Township early Saturday morning. The driver stopped and was arrested.
Portage Man Charged in Family Dollar Robbery, Cocaine Found at Arrest
Kenny Dewayne Bates, 59, of Portage is charged with felony robbery and cocaine possession after allegedly lunging over a Family Dollar counter to grab cash during a June 18 incident.
Kalamazoo: Busy I-94 to U.S. 131 Ramp Closing for 60 Days in $13.4 Million Expansion Project
The I-94 to U.S. 131 ramp in Kalamazoo County closes for 60 days starting Monday as MDOT begins a $13.4 million lane expansion project. Drivers face detours to Ninth Street and reduced lanes on U.S. 131.
Richland Police Arrest Suspect and Recover Vehicle Stolen From Kokomo, Indiana
Richland Police arrested a suspect and recovered a vehicle stolen from Kokomo, Indiana, during a traffic stop on June 17. Ross Township Police assisted in the investigation.
Galesburg, Michigan: County Approves Brownfield Plan for 52-Unit Housing Development Near Blake Boulevard
Kalamazoo County approved a brownfield tax incentive for a 52-unit housing development in Galesburg with a 7-0-1 vote. The project includes income-restricted rentals and market-rate homes near Blake Boulevard.
Comstock Township Report Reveals Hostile Workplace Claims Before Superintendent’s $412K Payout
A 2025 internal investigation found merit in former Comstock Township Superintendent Scott Hess’ claims of a hostile work environment and age discrimination, just months before he requested a contract buyout. The township board later fired him without cause and approved a $412,429.94 payout, which is now being challenged in court.
Oshtemo Township: 38-Year-Old Man Killed in Early Morning Pedestrian Crash at Main Street and Drake Road
A 38-year-old man died Saturday morning after being struck by a vehicle at the intersection of W Main Street and N Drake Road in Oshtemo Township. The driver stopped at the scene. The Kalamazoo County Sheriff's Office is investigating.
Portage Residents Face Zoning Overhaul at Tuesday Public Hearing as City Seeks to Modernize 1960s-Era Rules
The Portage City Council will hold a public hearing June 23 on a new Unified Development Ordinance that would replace 1960s-era zoning rules with smaller lots, more housing types, and incentives to preserve green space. A state grant helped fund the overhaul.
Kalamazoo Wildwood Off Main Tenants Plan 16-Hour Livestream to Teach Renters Their Rights After Condemnation Chaos
Kalamazoo Township tenants at the condemned Wildwood Off Main apartment complex are planning a 16-hour livestream to educate other renters on their rights. Property owner Peter Slaugh says repairs are underway after KABA approved permits, but no timeline has been set for completion.
Schoolcraft Township Tax Errors Leave Homeowners Facing Six-Figure Shocks as State Investigation Continues
Schoolcraft Township homeowners face property tax jumps of thousands of dollars after the former assessor failed to update tax rolls for homes built since 2020. The Michigan Department of Treasury is investigating.
Plainwell Car Crash Ruptures Gas Main, Forces School Closures and Evacuations
A car crash in Plainwell ruptured a gas main early Monday, forcing school closures and evacuating residents within two blocks of the intersection of Main Street and Starr Road.
Mattawan Names Nate Engels as New Varsity Boys Basketball Coach
Nate Engels, a 28-year Mattawan schools veteran and longtime community member, has been hired as the new varsity boys basketball coach, replacing Josh Brown.
Richland Township Names Physician Assistant Patrick Doran as New Fire Chief
Richland Township appointed Deputy Fire Chief Patrick C. Doran as the new fire chief. Doran works full-time as a physician assistant and brings 38 years of emergency services experience to the role.
Vicksburg Baseball Coach Brian Deal Retires After Leading Bulldogs to State Semifinals in Final Season
Hall of Fame coach Brian Deal retires after 28 seasons with Vicksburg baseball, leading the Bulldogs to the Division 2 state semifinals and a school-record 30 wins in his final year.
Parchment Softball Earns SAC-Valley Division Title and Multiple All-Conference Honors in 2026
The Parchment Panthers softball team shared the 2026 SAC-Valley Conference division title with Kalamazoo Christian. Five Panthers earned all-conference honors.
Comstock Township Pays $412,000 to Fired Superintendent as Lawsuit Challenges Payout
Comstock Township approved a $412,000 payout to fired Superintendent Scott Hess after a 4-3 board vote. A resident has filed a lawsuit to block the payment, citing a salary discrepancy and lack of transparency. A court hearing is set for August 1.
Texas Township: Berries Pancake House Coming to Texas Corners With Second-Floor Housing
Berries Pancake House plans a new Texas Township location at Texas Corners with second-floor housing. Bosch Architecture is developing the mixed-use project, which will cost around $1 million to build.