Kalamazoo Mornings With Ken Lanphear

Robert Newman, who stars withe the Barn's own Penelope Alex in "Love Letters", talks about the production and catches us up on his recent and Future adventures.

We talk football, soccer, hockey and new facilities in a WMU Fall Sports update, sponsored by Sweetwater's Donut Mill

Robin Hook, Radio Voice of the Western Michigan Broncos, previews the Broncos season opener at Michigan on our Bronco Breakfast Show, sponsored by Sweetwater's Donut Mill

Mickey Graham, Director of Sports and Events with Traverse City Tourism, previews the September 11-2 International Fireworks Championship.

This week, the Sheriff discusses ways that people lose their identity and how it's important to recover from that and also reminders abut safety around school buses and in school zones with a new school year underway.

Library Ambassador Karen Woodworth gave a rundown of events on the Library calendar for September.

Seth Welton shared details on September events at the Air Zoo including an opportunities to get a look at the newest addition to their collection, the A-10!

Dr. Angela Seabright with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan discuss how more factors that just weight impact a child's health and well being.

Maria Scarborough from the Environmental Team of the Gul Lake Tribe talked with us about their annual Sturgeon release and the Tribe's on-going rehabilitation program.

Assistant Secretary of Energy Audrey Robertson visited with us from Houghton, where she's been discussing materials independence and more at Michigan Tech University.

Dr. Pierre van der Westhuizen, Executive Director and Artistic Director of The Gilmore, announced the lineup of classical and jazz pianists participating in this Fall's event.

Val Glasscock, Manager of the market in Texas Corners, gives a sneak preview of offerings at this week's market event.

Jesse Widerholt from Visit Keweenaw talked with us about the celebration of Fall colors and more in Michigan's Upper Peninsula.

Dr. Peter Graham from Blue Care Network talk with about best practices for sun protection and why late summer sun is still dangerous and also debunks some common sunscreen myths.

It's Ribfest Friday at Harding's Woodbridge location and Jessica also previews the first Wine of the Month for Fall.

McKenna Dole from Discover Kalamazoo details top events including Kalapalooza and the Black Pride Festival this weekend in Kalamazoo.

Alex Kuehl from Outlier Events talked with us about the Taco and Tequila Fest and the Mac and Cheese Events coming up in Kalamazoo.

Portage Public Information Officer Mary Beth Block talks about interviews with candidates for the City Manager post, road work and upcoming events in Portage and a reminder about voting procedures for the November General Election.

Amari Parham from the Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo gives us a rundown of musical and stage performances and more happening this week.

This week, the Sheriff looks back at the Ryan Proxmire Memorial Golf Tournament, shares safety reminders for back-to-school and talks about job openings at the Sheriff's Department. 

Justin Brock, Brock Partners, an AmeriLife company, discusses why human guidance still matters and where to find answers about Medicare options.

Dr. Slade joined us for a conversation about the opening of the new school year, what parents and students need to know and talked about the facilities projects the district has going on.

Ron Harris joined us to share the history of the Richland/Gull Lake/Yorkville area church and the celebration of 175 years. 

Market Manager Val Glasscock with a rundown of fresh produce, entertainment and more at Saturday's marlet.

This week, we note it's National Prosecco Day and Harding's Woodbridge is hosting a Wine Sale the weekend of the 14th and 15th, plus introducing Chug Jugs, new at Woodbridge for tailgating and entertaining.

McKenna Dole from Discover Kalamazoo shares details of weekend events in the Kalamazoo area.

Kate Miller, Director of Career Continuing Education, talks with us about the dozens of culirary classes KVCC will offer to the public this Fall.

Dan Papineau, Senior Director of Strategic Initiative at the Michigan Chamber of Commerce talked with us about the state-wide campaign to recruit more poll workers for State elections.

Jill Bland, Executive Vice President of Economic Development with details on a MIX event for designers and creative professionals.

Portage Public Information Officer Mary Beth Block with news from the City Council meeting, upcoming City Manager candidate interviews and upcoming events in Portage in this week's report.

Amari Parham from the Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo with a rundown of this week's Arts calendar.

This week, the Sheriff discusses the aid provided by Schoolcraft officers in an injury crash, the Kalamazoo County Fair 4H auction, the going-away party for former Kalamazoo County Administrator Dr. Kevin Caplan and remembering the late Deputy Ryan Proxmire.

Speaker Hall discussed the naming of a stretch of U.S. 131 in honor of a local serviceman who lost his life in service to our country.  Also, recently enacted physician assistance licensure compact, relaxing limits on wildlife feeding in back yards and tax credits and regulation changes for building new homes.

City of Kalamazoo Communications Manager Michael Smith gives us a rundown of the City Commission's actions in the Monday meetings.

Seth Welton from the Air Zoo Aerospace and Science Center talks about the 4th annual Adult Space Camp August 22nd.

This week, Rep. Rogers talks about her voting rights town hall, groundbreaking for the new Youth Sports Complex and the Cyclosporiasis outbreak.

Dr. Crystal Lee from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan shares steps families take to build consistent morning routines for the school year.

Kim Zimmer and Marvin Bell, stars of the Barn Theatre production of "Driving Miss Daisy" joined us in the studio to talk about the production.

Whitney Waara, Chief Operating Officer of Traverse City Tourism, previews the upcoming second annual celebration of the areas agriculture and culinary excellence.

Celebrating National Farmers Market Week, Val Glasscock from the Texas Township Farmers Market in Texas Corners gives us a preview of what will be available at Saturday's market.

Denise Crawford, CEO of the Family Health Center, talks about the 17th annual event, new sponsorships, a new location and changes in process for well-child checks to attend.

Miranda McDowell, coordinator for student onboarding and organizations talks about the upcoming VibeFest Event and highlights student clubs for the fall.

This week, Jessica talk football tailgates, pumpkin spice and Oktoberfest beverages as Fall arrives next month. 

McKenna Dole from Discover Kalamazoo with details about the Kalamazoo County Fair, USTA Tennis and other events happening this week in the Kalamazoo area.

Jodi Vanlerberghe, Manager, Volunteer Program at Centrica Care Navigators. joined us to share the need for volunteers to support hospice patients and caregivers. 

Senator McCann visited with us to give an update on legislative news from Lansing and updates on Michigan Department of Treasury tax delays.

Corn will be plentiful, green beans will likely make an appearance at the market in Texas Corners, according to Market Manager Val Glasscock.

Jase Bolger, President and CEO of the West Michigan Policy Forum, talked with us about the rankings and what newly-elected State officials will need to do to turn it around.

Pat Whalen, Plainwell District Supervisor for the Department of Natural Resources, shared information on beach safety, air quality, improvement projects and more going on in area parks to wrap up Parks and Recreation Month in July.