Kalamazoo Mornings With Ken Lanphear

Portage Public Information Officer Mary Beth Block previews n upcoming City Council ordinance hearing, the City's Fireworks policy, plus Juneteenth and early Summer activities. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kristen Chesak from the Arts Council gives us a rundown of the events calendar. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, the Sheriff discusses opioid death number down, a Michigan Sheriff's Association recruiting letter circulating, an upcoming public forum on Data Centers and his staff's efforts on the Department's budget. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

City of Kalamazoo Communications Manager Michael Smith with a rundown of actions of the Kalamazoo City Commission at it's Monday, June 15 meetings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

West Michigan Policy Forum President and CEO Jace Bolger on the topic of reading retention for third grade students in Michigan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Texas Township Farmers Market Manager Val Glasscock previews the array of foods, followers and entertainment at this week's market in Texas Corners. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Nerbonne from Travel Michigan takes us around the State for some of the top events coming up in June. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Ultimate 90's Party, The Millennium Tour with Fool House in concert is June 12 at Warner Vineyards.  Lead singer Gary Hochstetter gave us a preview. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Discover Kalamazoo's McKenna Dole with details on events in Kalamazoo's biggest Arts weekend of the Summer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jessica, Wine Consultant at Harding's Woodbridge, talks about her expanded selection of Pina Noir and the upcoming Father's Day weekend Rib Best and Wine Sale. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kalamazoo Valley Community College Alumni Relations manager Sonya Hollins talks about the 15th annual Alumni Art Show at the Center for New Media and Arcus Gallery. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Namita Yende, senior medical director and associate chief medical officer at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, talks about navigating cognitive health concerns with a loved one.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marketing Director Sara Bower wraps up a fabulous season and Miller and looks forward to 2026-27! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Library Ambassador Karen Woodworth announces the June Calendar of events at the Library. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Portage Public Information Officer Mary Beth Block reports on preparations for the upcoming Primary Election, plus upcoming events at the Zhang Senior Center. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kristen Chesak from the Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo previews the biggest Arts weekend of the year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, the Sheriff talks about the new Portage Zhang Farmers Market, National Pet Protection Preparedness Month, the controversy over plans to cut down trees in Kalamazoo County and looking to fill a Reserve Deputy position. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Leighun Brabec, CEO of the Greater Kalamazoo Association of Realtors visited us this morning to talk about the current state of the housing market, affordable housing and inventory and supply. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kalamazoo's Communications Manager Michael Smith with a recap of action from the Kalamazoo City Commission meeting, including one of the first steps toward a historic realignment of Downtown Kalamazoo streets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seth Welton, Marketing & Communications Manager with the Air Zoo, spoke about the Michigan Flight Museum's Huey helicopter visiting the Air Zoo this weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kathleen Fett, Executive Director of Twelve Baskets visited with us about their annual sale and the strides the organization has made serving the community. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Slade joins us an the final week of the school year begins to review the past year's accomplishments and what lies ahead for KPS. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Senator McCann reviews work on the State Budget, work on his Energy and Environmental Committee and visits to the district to start this week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Val Glasscock, Manage of the Market in Texas Corners, give us a rundown on Saturday vendors, entertainment and special attractions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Emma Palova, Director of Operations at Moravian Sons Distillery in Lowell talks about their old world craft distillery and the unique locally-sources products that go into their fruit-based spirits. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.