McKenna Dole from Discover Kalamazoo gave us an update of Art Hop, Saturday events in Schoolcraft and a couple of art and craft sales coming up this weekend.

Leslie Donaldson, Director of the Kirk Newman Art School  joined us to preview the 52nd annual Holiday Art Sale at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts (KIA), featuring one-of-a-kind artworks from more than 160 faculty and students of the Kirk Newman Art School 

Anna Koenig, Kalamazoo Valley Museum Interpretations Assistant Manager, previews Art Hop events at the Museum, Anna Whitten Hall and the Center for New Media.

Jessica talked with us about how the deli at Harding's Woodbridge can put together food to serve your guests for the Holidays or create a beautiful food basket for gift giving.

Lisa Rock and her six-member band recreate the Holiday music of the iconic Carpenters and Lisa joined us to preview the show.

Parchment Community Library Ambassador Karen Woodworth shares details on the 30th annual Holiday Chocolate event and Wassailing and other activities at the library this month.

This week, the City Manager previews the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony and upcoming parliamentary training for City officials.

Kristen Chesak, Executive Director of the Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo, previews the December Art Hop and a big schedule of entertainment ahead this week. 

This week, the Sheriff talks about the warming centers around Kalamazoo during this cold snap, cold weather issues for drivers, the dangers of carbon monoxide at this time of year and Police Academy graduates.

Air Zoo President and CEO Troy Thrash shared news about acquiring a historic A-10 Warthog to be restored and displayed in the months to come, plus the new Hall of Heroes exhibit and Superhero Saturday!

Tom Evans, Principal Conductor of the Kalamazoo Concert Band, talked with us about the free Christmas Concert at Miller Auditorium, featuring The Kruger Brothers.

Kathy Atkinson, Communications Director with Kalamazoo Stake, shared details of the free Christmas concert program Sunday 12/7.

Michael Smith, Communications Manager for the City of Kalamazoo details highlights from the meeting including issues of utility rates and a controversial rezoning issue on Stadium Drive.

Executive Director Chris Praedel and Fund Development Specialist Nancy Servoss with the latest on the contest with displays of the houses beginning at Art Hop December 5th.

With the Legislature returning to session this week, Sen. McCann discussed the status of some of his proposals and why several bills have been held up from passage and the Governor's signature.

Kim Loftus, Chief Development Officer with Beacon Kalamazoo and breast cancer survivor and Beacon nurse Holly Hansen talk about the tradition honoring breast cancer patients, survivors and donors and raises funds to support breast cancer screenings.

Bradley Romstadt, owner of "The Zoo Scoop" talks about his new business and a special ribbon cutting event to officially open.

Lisa Rock and her 6-piece band will re-create the Christmas music and other hit songs of The Carpenters Saturday, December 6th at Miller Auditorium.  Lisa joined us to give us a preview.

McKenna Dole from Discover Kalamazoo gave us a rundown of special Holiday Weekend events including Kalamazoo's annual Tree Lighting.

This week's topics includes an upcoming City Council discussion on purchasing a drone first responder system, plus a DNR grant for the Austin Lake Trail and the Portage Tree Lighting ceremony.

Kristen Chesak from the Arts Council provides details on Holiday event coming up this week around Kalamazoo.

This week's topics include safe travels while celebrating the Holiday and dealing with the Winter conditions, plus findings of the Governor's Gun Violence Tas Force and the Sheriff's successful appear to fill job vacancies.

Dr. Svetlana Kvint, board certified neurosurgeon, talked with us about her specialty, advancements in her field and why she chose to practice at Bronson.

 Air Zoo's Donor Relations & Grants Manager, Joe Winters, into the studio to talk about some recent funding given to support the Community Access Memberships.

Shanthi Appelo, registered dietician at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, is available to discuss how to balance your plate and still enjoy the full Thanksgiving experience.

Dr. Gregory Tiongson and Dr. Karen Garcia from Bronson Children's Hospital with a discussion on how disparities in birth affects families in Southwest Michigan.

Michael McLeieer, President of ESCAPE Fire Safety, provides safety tips for cooking and enjoying that Thanksgiving Day dinner.

Pastor William Stein shares details of this week's free community Thanksgiving dinners being served in Kalamazoo and Battle Creek.

Dr. Michael Scott, Pastor of Galilee Baptist Church, talks about the church's mission to provide supplies for families to prepare Thanksgiving dinners in their homes.

Author Jasmine Hamilton joined us to talk about her writings and her latest novella "Choosing Capree"

Nick Nerbonne from Travel Michigan talks about the impact of Deer Hunting Season and previews events in Traverse City and Grand Rapids.

Jessica talks about their remaining stock of Thanksgiving turkeys, the Thanksgiving week Wine Sale and the "Football Frenzy" contest.

Julie Stotz-Ghosh, English Department Faculty and Director of the KVCC Visiting Writers Series & Artists Forum talks about the Thursday evening events with poet Reginald Dwayne Betts, 

Cam Sohrabi and Garrett Pyatt, owners of Game Pawn, talk about their new store opening November 14thi in Kalamazoo's Westwood Plaza.

McKenna Dole from Discover Kalamazoo shares event details including Holiday shopping in Vicksburg and Texas Corners.

Sara Bower from Miller Auditorium with a rundown of upcoming Holiday season shows coming to the stage at Miller.

Jenny Boerman, Chamber Member Services Associate at Southwest Michigan First shares details of the Shop Local initiative to accompany the Holiday Shopping season.

This week, the Mayor looks back at the special Veterans Breakfast and the impact on the Zhang Senior Center in Portage, plus a focus on Lexington Green and Lakeview Parks this year and upcoming City Council business.

Kristen Chesak from the Arts Council with this week's rundown of events including the 140th Anniversary Celebration at the YWCA.

This week, the Sheriff discusses the "'Til Valhalla" organization, talks about job openings in tech in his Department, the relocated Veterans Memorial Display at the new courthouse and funeral arrangements for Oshtemo Township firefighter Charlie Sullivan.

Western VP/Director of Athletics Dan Bartholomae joined us to talk about the Tuesday night football matchup and post-season contests for Bronco Men's and Women's soccer.

Radio Voice of the Broncos, Robin Hook, gives us a scouting report on the battle for the top of the MAC standings in MACtion st Waldo Stadium. 

Nikki Statler from the Air Zoo tells us about free admission on Veterans Day for vets and their families and free admission to SNAP benefit recipients for the rest of the year. Plus, a preview of the next traveling exhibit to come to the Air Zoo.

Speaker Hall discusses help for those losing SNAP benefits due to the Federal Government shutdown, a new program to reform business attraction in the State and new transparency measure in the State budget process.

Rep. Rogers discussed the new U.S. 131-131 Business Loop interchange, thoughts on the past election, update of SNAP benefits and the government shutdown and the vulnerable roadway user package.

TSI drummer and co-founder Jeff Plate joined us to talk about their Winter tour which includes Van Ander Arena on December 7th.

Assistant City Planner, Bobby Durkee joined us to talk about the Planning Commission's "no" vote on a controversial car wash proposed to land adjacent to Asylum Lake.

The holiday season in Downtown Holland officially begins Friday, November 14,  Kara de Alvare, Marketing Coordinator for the City of Holland spoke with us about some of the upcoming events.

Jessica updates the Halloween Costume Contest and "Football Friday" prizes for the week.