Join Ken weekday mornings on WKZO for News, Storm Team 8 Weather, Traffic, Sports, Birthdays and conversation with the interesting people in Kalamazoo.
Andrea Bork, Downtown Holland Event Coordinator, shares details of the 2nd annual Downtown Holland Spring Fling April 7-13.
This week, Jessica concludes her March series on the various Sauvagnon Blanc wines from around the world and talks about this weekend's Wine Sale.
Stephanie Willoughby, Kalamazoo Valley Museum Program Coordinator, talks about fun activities for kids during the upcoming Spring break
Teresa Stannard from the local AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Program talks about the local program that prepares and files tax returns free of charge.
Taylor Abfall from Discover Kalamazoo shares details of a Country Music concert and a first birthday for a Kalamazoo business in this week's look at upcoming events.
Sara Bower, Marketing Director at Miller Auditorium, talks about upcoming shows including "Hadestown" and "Bob Dylan".
This week, the Sheriff discusses the recent incident in which a Deputy was forced to shoot an attacking dog, plus a new fraud in the area and Distracted Driving Month.
Jennifer shares 5 must-have gadgets and tech tips to kick off the Spring season.
Amy Walker, Education Manager at the Air Zoo, talks about Spring Break events, plus Summer Camps and Science Innovation Scholarships.
Steve and Jenny McCowen and Rob Baas from Avink, McCowen and Secord Funeral Home discuss their various services including pre-planning and advantages of working with a family business
Dr. James Grant, Chief Medical Officer at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan discusses what measles is, who is at risk and how we can protect ourselves.
Michelle Dulaney, Co-founder and Co-CEO talks about her organizations, the services it provides and the need for more foster homes in the area.
Nick Nerbonne, Media, Digital & Industry Relations Director of Travel Michigan joined the show to talk about Spring attractions around the State of Michigan.
Andy Wedel, Wedel's Nursery and Garden Center, preparing to begin his 20th year hosting this weekly show, the 69th year it hs aired overall on WKZO.
Jessica continues her series on Sauvignon Blanc and promotes Oberon Day.
Anna Koenig, Weekend Programming Coordinator at the Kalamazoo Valley Museum promoting the FREE 20th Anniversary Fretboard Festival,
Dana Wagner from Discover Kalamazoo gives us a rundown of events in the area including the annual Oberon Day.
Sara Bower from Miller Auditorium previewing upcoming performances of "Simon and Garfunkel Story", "Two Trains Running", "R.E.S.P.E.C.T" and "Riverdance".
This week, the City Manager discusses the ongoing budget process for the City, a special Parks Department event and the need for volunteers in various capacities.
This week's events from Executive Director Kristen Chesak.
This week, the Sheriff talks about cleaning up the trash alongside our roads now that the snow has disappeared, the Tornado Alert tests during Severe Weather Awareness Week, Preventing theft of tax returns from your mailbox and another incident of "friends" using weapons to settle their differences.
State Representative Steve Frisbee (R-Pennfield) shares his thoughts on the House-passed income tax cut and the upcoming vote on road repair funding plan
Michael Smith from the City of Kalamazoo reviews this week's City Commission activities and talks about proposed upgrades to Milham Park.
Seth Welton, Marketing & Communications Manager, talks about upcoming events for adults and summer camps for kids coming up at the Air Zoo.
Denise Crawford, President nd CEO of the Family Health Center provided details on the organization's annual Dental Day of Caring, providing free dental care for uninsured Kalamazoo residents.
Betty Kondo, Artistic Director of Ballet Arts Ensemble joined us with a preview of their Spring Concert.
Pete Keller, VP of Recycling and Sustainability at Republic Services talks about a new facility in Indianapolis that will enable circularity for plastics from Kalamazoo to be processed by Republic.
Mike Kent, Public Relations Manager of Traverse City Tourism brings us up to date on Traverse City happenings.
Rev. William Stein from God's Kitchen of Michigan and Feeding Broncos on the free community dinner being served on St. Patrick's Day.
Andy Wedel from Wedel's Nursery, Florist and Garden Center, returns as host of "Over The Garden Fence" for it's 69th year on WKZO Saturday, March 22.
This week, Jessica talks about this weekend's Wine Sale, "PI-Day" on the 14th and continues her series, touring the world for the different blends of Cabernet Sauvignon wine.
Charles Heidelberg, Director of Recruitment and Outreach at Kalamazoo Valley Community College talks about the event to provide assistance in filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid forms as well as applications for Michigan Reconnect Scholarship and Michigan Community College guarntee.
Dr. Timothy Nash from Northwood University joined us to discuss the CPI report, impact of tariffs and what it all may mean for the Federal Reserve's upcoming considerations.
Sara Bower, Director of Marketing at Miller Auditorium, previews upcoming shows "August Wilson's Two Trains Running" and "R-E-S-P-E-C-T:The Aretha Franklin Story"
Clarence Lloyd, Vice President at Southwest Michigan First, previews a townhall with Kalamazoo City and Township officials to discuss topics of interest to business in the area.
This week, the City Manager talks about a couple of controversial topics debated at the City Council meeting the night before, plus other Council business and talked about the visit of the Michigan Commission on Services to the Aging, visiting the Zhang Senior Center in Portage March 21.
Kristen Chesak, Executive Director of the Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo, shares this week's events in Kalamazoo Arts community.
This week, the Sheriff discusses arrests in a December shooting incident on the West Side and a shooting at a local residence under investigation, plus, be wary of tax scams as we head into the home stretch of tax season and Tornado Safety drills next week.
Rachel Roberts, Executive Director for Preschool Programming at KRESA, talks about the benefits of the Pre-K program and how to sign up.
Paige Smallwood, Membership Manager at the Air Zoo, talks about upcoming Member events and other benefits of Air Zoo Membership.
Rep. Hall discusses bills passed before Christmas that have been held up from the Governor's signature, plans to fund State government in the event on no budget agreement by the deadline and heading beginning today on Rep. Hall's road funding plan.
Rep. Rogers discusses the budget bills House Republicans introduced last week, plus a package of bills on the Electronic Death Registration System as well as her and her staff participation in the Legislative Polar Plunge for Special Olympics and her next legislative coffee hour.
Nick Nerbonne from Travel Michigan shared some late Winter travel ideas from here in the Kalamazoo area to the Lakeshore, Detroit, Chicago and Northers Michigan as well.
Jessica begins series talking about the variety of Sauvignon Blanc wines, staring with France.
Hristina Petrovska, the Food Systems Program Coordinator at the Food Innovation Center talks about the Life Enrichment classes that the Food Innovation Center is offering to the public and the upcoming Foodway Symposium.
Taylor Abfall from Discover Kalamazoo previews Art Hop, the Maple Sugar Festival and other events in the Kalamazoo area for this weekend.
Library Ambassador Karen Woodworth gives a rundown of the March happenings at the Parchment Library.
This week, the City Manager discusses decorating Liberty Park for Veterans, supporting small businesses and shopping local and plans to develop an on line source for information on local churches.
Kristen Chesak from the Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo previews the first Art Hop of 2025 and other upcoming events.
This week, the Sheriff discusses "jackpotting", stealing ATM's, plus the Sheriff's office looking to hire clerical workers, a reminder to keep a close watch on your finances and the upcoming Citizen's Academy.