Kalamazoo Mornings With Ken Lanphear

Angela Castellanos, Owner of Unwind Massage and Stretch, talked with us about her new health and wellness business in Downtown Kalamazoo.

Amanda Wilkin, Executive Director for Visiting Charlevoix visited with us about Winter happenings in her area.

This week, Jessica discusses her Wine of the Month for February and previews Irish Whiskey selections for St. Patrick's Day.

Director of Diversity and Inclusion, Trice Batson discusses an upcoming lecture on black history, Reclaiming History As A Tool For Liberation, Identity and Action, by Michael Harrison from the Kalamazoo Black Male Alliance on Feb. 26.

McKenna Dole from Discover Kalamazoo with details on weekend events including the start of Kalamazoo Restaurant week.

Marketing Director Sara Bower previews "Good Witch Bad Witch", the "Rent" and Tina Turner musicals.

This week, the City Manager discusses Planning Commission discussions on date centers in Portage and upcoming events including the Winter Blast run/walk

Kristen Chesak from the Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo gives us a rundown of this week's schedule or Arts entertainment.

This week, the Sheriff's topics include the recently-passed ban on phones in school classrooms and a fatal crash on Valentine's Day in Oshtemo Township.

KSO Music Director Julian Kuerti previews the first-ever performance in Kalamazoo of Mahler's Third Symphony at Miller Auditorium.

Michael Smith, Communications Manager for the City, with a rundown of agenda items from the Kalamazoo City Commission meeting.

Seth Welton, Marketing & Communications Manager, talks about  the 13th annual Society of Women Engineers: Engineering Challenge happening on Saturday, Feb 28. and launching Summer Camps Wednesday at 9am.

Trish Garner from Sweetwater's Donut Mill joined us to talk about the Fat Tuesday tradition and how their locations are busy creating special treats.

Our February series on topics for American Health Month continues with Dr. James Grant, Chief Medical Officer at Blue Cross Blue Shield.

This week, Jessica shares everything Harding's has to celebrate Valentine's Day, Fat Tuesday and Lent, plus there's a Wine Sale Valentine's weekend.

KVCC Alumni Relations Manager Sonya Hollins with the call for nominations for the 2026 Distinguished Alumni award.

McKenna Dole from Discover Kalamazoo shares details of upcoming events for Valentine's weekend around Kalamazoo.

Marketing Director Sara Bower with a preview of upcoming shows at Miller Auditorium.

The Sheriff's topics include the capture of a murder suspect wanted in Indiana, Spring thaw means fog, the birthday of Scouting and a scam targeting nurses.

Senator Nesbitt joined us to talk about investigating Michigan child care programs, the upcoming State of the State address and State budget process, what's he's learned on the campaign trail and reaction to the President's stance on the Gordie Howe bridge.

Euan Simpson, Interpretation Design Specialist, talks about February’s Open Cockpit Weekends and this Saturday’s Member Movie Date Night.

This week, Dr. James Grant, Executive Vice President and Chief Medical Officer at Blue Cross discusses subtle signs of a silent heart attack.

Zeigler Kalamazoo race Director Carrie Drake joined us to update the Marathon and talk about the Portage Winter Blast and the Kal-Haven Trail Run.

Re. Rogers updates on mail delivery issues many are experiencing in the area, concerns on ICE enforcement in Michigan, a resolutions for American Heart Month in Michigan and reducing brownfield pollution in Michigan. 

Nick Nerbonne from Travel Michigan joined us for weekend getaway ideas for Valentine's Day AND President's Weekend getaways.

Chad Campbell from the Kalamazoo Curling Club joined us as the club joins Wax Wings during Kalamazoo Craft Beverage Week to launch a new IPA in honor of the 2026 Olympic Games.

Former State Senator Cameron Brown, now President of the Lincoln Institute, shares details on events celebrating Abraham Lincoln in the Kalamazoo area this weekend.

This week, Jessica shares ideas for The Big Game Sunday and Valentine's Day, plus an upcoming Wine Sale.

Madison Kihm from Outlier Events talked with us about the inaugural "Pickle Palooza" event coming to Grand Rapids May 2.

McKenna Dole from Discover Kalamazoo updates events in the annual Kalamazoo Craft Beverage Week celebration and other events on the weekend calendar.

Alli Mauzey from the Broadway and touring productions of "Wicked" joined us with a preview of of their February 27th show at Miller Auditorium.

Library Ambassador Karen Woodworth joined us with a busy schedule of events at the Library for the month.

This week, the City Manager previews upcoming construction work at I-94 and US 131, also the upcoming changes in garbage collection in the city, Friday's Black History Month presentation at the Air Zoo and the Austin Lake Trail.

Kristen Chesak from the Arts Council with the rundown of this week's events.

This week's topics include the Sheriff's work with the OLLIE Program, many residents not getting their mail delivery, Black History Month and the Sheriff's participation on a panel discussing ICE activities in Michigan.

Michael Smith, Communications Manager for the City of Kalamazoo, provided a rundown of action and issues before the Kalamazoo City Commission at it's February 2nd meeting.

Seth Welton from the Air Zoo joined us to talk about this weekend's Open Cockpits event and the schedule of planes to be open for viewing.

Senator McCann talked with us about upcoming Energy Committee hearings on energy affordability, Michigan gaining population and potential State laws regarding ICE activity.

Dr. James Grant, Executive Vice President and Chef Medical Officer at Blue Cross Blue Shield joined us for the first of a weekly series on heart health during American Heart Month. This week, heart issues impacting younger adults.

Nick Nerbonne from Travel Michigan shared ideas for enjoying Michigan Winter with opportunities and events across the State.

We visited with Missie  Adams, who along with her Husband, Bryan are re-opening Angelo's Italian Eatery on Portage Road.

Trisha Bloembergen talked with us about Consumers Energy teaming up with Metro to continue providing cold weather resources for the community.

Kelly Waltrip, Managing Director of The Gilmore, joined us with details on this year's event.

Dr. Tim Nash from Northwood University joined the show to talk about the shrinking dollar, the Federal Reserve decision on interest rates and the future of the Fed until appointee Kevin Warsh.

Jessica, the Wine Consultant at Harding's Woodbridge location, talked with us about the February "Wine of the Month" and Valentine's Day gift ideas plus a Wine Sale Valentine's Weekend.

Alisha Richardson, Exhibits Coordinator at the Arcus Gallery at Kalamazoo Valley Community College. talks about the upcoming Black Artists Exhibition opening in March at the Center for New Media.

McKenna Dole from Discover Kalamazoo with a rundown of upcoming events including a golf show and Craft Beverage Week.

Will Hastreiter, who portrays "Roger" in the production, talked with us about the production coming to Miller Auditorium February 28th.

This week, a shoutout to Public Works crews battling the Winter conditions, a moratorium on proposals to develop battery and data centers and upcoming events around Portage.

Kristen Chesak from the Arts Council provides a rundown of this week's entertainment schedule.