Kalamazoo Mornings With Ken Lanphear

Kristen Chesak from the Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo share details on this week's events. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, the Sheriff discusses fireworks safety and Fourth of July festivities in our county, solving cooling issues at the Jail and saluting those who are working the Holiday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael McLeieer, President of E.S.C.A.P..E. Fire Safety shares reminders about potential dangers celebrations holds and how to make it a safe holiday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MICAN's Deputy Director Jamie Jacobs discusses the goals of college's being more flexible and affordable for future grads. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Troy Thrash, President and CEO of the Air Zoo discusses a full day of fun activities at the Air Zoo on the Fourth of July. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guests Sam Balzac as Thomas Jefferson and Richard Marlatt as John Dickinson visited us to talk about their roles and the production of "1776-The Musical". See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Val Glasscock, Manager of the Market in Texas Corners, previews the Saturday offerings, vendors and entertainment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott Branovan from Black Bear Sports Group talk about the opening of the Biggby Coffee Ice Cube and how it will be utilized by the community. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Susan Estler, Executive Director of Travel Marquette, shares the calendar of Summer events in Marquette and elsewhere in the UP. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amy Williams, new President and CEO of the Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra visited and talks about the upcoming free Patriotic Pops concerts in Kalamazoo and Portage. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

McKenna Dole from Discover Kalamazoo shares details on upcoming events including the premiere of "1776-The Musical" at Barn Theatre. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Louis Thomas, Assistant Dean of Student Development, talked with us about the free "Valley Advantage" summer program to prepare incoming students for College. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jamie Schriner, Program Officer a the W.K. Kellogg Foundation joined us to chat about the Battle Creek Housing Fund contributions from the Foundation and what it provides moving forward. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Raul Galvin, Executive Director of the Southwest Michigan Chapter of the American Red Cross. talks about partnering with Neighborhood Michigan Ford Dealers  to host a series of blood drives at dealership sites across Michigan  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The City Manager for the past 4 years brought us one final update as he wraps up a 36-year career in public service. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kristen Chesak from the Arts Council with this week's rundown of music, stage and art events around Kalamazoo. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, the Sheriff discussed the departure of the Kalamazoo County Administrator, railroad crossing safety, damage to FLOCK cameras in the County and the Sheriff's re-appointment to the Governor's Task Force on Gun Violence. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Martin, Director of Experience and Education, discusses the Michigan Aviation Hall of Fame Enshrinement Ceremony Saturday, June 27 at the Air Zoo. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Phil Tanis joined us to talk about his late entry into the Congressional primary in West Michigan in a campaign he says is an "act of protest" against the current state of affairs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dave Morin, co-owner of the family owned and operated Sister Lakes Brewing Company talks about the brewery history and plans for June 20th, Grateful Dead-themed celebration. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Val Glasscock, the Manager of the Market in Texas Corners gives us a preview of what's available Saturday and highlights some of this week's vendors. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jessica from Harding's Woodbridge talks about the "Ribfest" event in the parking lot Friday the 19th, plus a Wine Sale this weekend, a chance to register for Fourth of July celebration prizes and a new line of steaks in the meat department. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin Williams has been writing about the Amish since he was a teen and shares stories in "Not So Simple: My Adventures Among the Amish, Mennonites, Shakers and Plain People". See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stephanie Willoughby, Program Coordinator at the Kalamazoo Valley Museum, talks with us about the Dinosaur exhibit and other things planned for the summer See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

McKenna Dole shares details of upcoming events including those that are part of Juneteenth commemorations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.