Kalamazoo Mornings With Ken Lanphear

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.

McKenna Dole from Discover Kalamazoo with a rundown of this week's events, including the annual Sunflower Days at Gull Meadows Farms.

This week, Jessica reviews the recent Rib Fest success and shares recipes for Summer Spritzers!

Suprotik Stotz-Ghosh. Foundation Officer for Kalamazoo Valley Community College's Foundation talked with us about the upcoming event to support scholarships that help students pursue their educational goals.

Aaron Hovestadt, CEO of the Home Builders Association of Western Michigan joined us for a preview of this year's Parade of Home event.

Kristen Chesak from the Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo with this week's events calendar.

Portage Public Information Officer Mary Beth Block shares information about primary election voting, an update on road construction and upcoming interviews for a new City Manager.

This week, the Sheriffs shares details of his recent meeting with the Director of the FBI, safe storage of firearms, be aware of health issues as the hot month of August approaches and Dr. Kevin Catlin's departure from Kalamazoo County.

Dr. Amy Milewski, associate chief medical officer at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, talked with us about the warning steps people can take right now to protect their skin. 

Fifth Third's Regional Market President for Michigan Steve Davis, talks with us about the upcoming merger with Comerica Bank, what it means for customers and what the merger will mean for the banks.

Luke Ragotzy and Byron Willis from the cast of the Barn Theatre production of "Rent" joined us in studio to talk about the production, running thru August 2.

Morgan Poole of Visit Southwest Michigan, talked with us about Southwest Michigan beaches honored by a USA Today Readers Poll and upcoming Summer events along the Lakeshore.

Val Glasscock, Market Manger, tells us they're expecting lots of corn at the Market and much more this Saturday.

Sarissa Montague from the local firm of Markou, Montague and Levine Defense talked with us about a community book drive benefitting individuals at the Kalamazoo County Jail.

Jennifer McGowan from Discover Kalamazoo shares details of upcoming events such as Downtown Summer Sidewalk Sales and more.

Kalamazoo Valley's Director of Recruitment and Outreach, Charles Heidelberg, talks with us about the upcoming events for new students to address the tasks they'll need to complete to begin College in the Fall.

This week, the Sheriff discusses details of a pair of violent incidents his department has dealt with recently, one involving the shooting and wounding of a Deputy.

Kristen Chesak from the Arts Council with this week's report on live music and other entertainment in the Kalamazoo area.

Korey Force visited with us with details on the Awards program and how to vote for the nine Awards categories.

Daniel Bernardy from the Federal Emergency Management Agency discusses the help available to individuals impacted by adverse weather, how the application process works and how to avoid potential scams.

John Selleck, spokesperson for Protect MI Free Speech, a group that filed a petition challenge regarding what we believe to be a large number of inaccurate or improper signatures for a proposed allot initiative to ban the utilities and big state contractors from spending money on politics,

Euan Simpson from the Air Zoo joined us to talk about our upcoming fly-in. On Saturday, the Air Zoo will be hosting the C-47 "Hairless Joe", which will be available for viewing and flights.

Pastor William Stein from God's Kitchen of Michigan shares details on the upcoming community dinner in Oshtemo Thursday,. July 23.

Dr. Zachary Bauer from Bronson Pulmonary Specialists explains the new procedures and invites the public to an opportunity to see the technology up close at a special event.