Every August, the Huss Project (1008 8th St.) transforms its space into a hub of generosity and community spirit. At the heart of the celebration is a giveaway of 500 high-quality backpacks filled with age-appropriate school supplies for elementary, middle, and high school students.
Since 2020, the district has been conducting a survey of the St. Joseph River, paddling mile by mile, collecting thousands of data points to help assemble an interactive map that will give a full-scale understanding of the river — from bird sightings to trash collected to water safety.
"Each artist produces and shares from a deeply personal space. These types of intentional interactions foster deeper connections and community," Aundrea Sayrie said in a statement after the event.
WMUK, a public nonprofit radio station based in Kalamazoo, reaches roughly 37,000 listeners per week. It’s now bracing for a $356,000 loss or about 7–10% of the station’s annual operating budget due to federal funding cuts, according to General Manager Stephen Williams.
Reporting on decisions made in town halls, the small moments that shape neighborhoods, the realities of rural life, and the voices behind it all — those were the core of this job. Thanks to those who shared their stories and to the readers who followed along. Local journalism plays a vital role, and I’m glad to have contributed to that work during my time here.
A free screening of the 2020 documentary John Lewis: Good Trouble will begin at Riviera Theatre & Bar in downtown Three Rivers at 6 p.m. and run until 7:30 p.m. A demonstration, separate and not connected to the Three Rivers screening, is planned to take place at the courthouse in Cassopolis Thursday. The protest is part of Good Trouble Lives On — a nationwide day of peaceful, nonviolent action rooted in the legacy of the civil rights movement.
Keep Your Voice Down hosts Alek Haak-Frost and Doug Sears Jr. reveal the lineup for the fifth annual Watershed Voice Artist Showcase, which will take place later this month at The Huss Project in Three Rivers. The duo also explores the role of AI in content creation and journalism, what is lost in the over reliance of such technology, and what society stands to gain by re-embracing human creativity and connection.
Communities across St. Joseph County are preparing for a festive Fourth of July with parades, fireworks, music, and family-friendly activities scheduled throughout the area this week.
Dream of Kalamazoo Foundation, led by Lalonie Willhite, gives free access to culturally appropriate hair care for youth in foster care. The Foundation calls on one of its six partner salons and barbershops in the area to fulfill the need, contributing to economic growth while also fulfilling its core mission of giving back.
A new event will come to downtown Three Rivers on Thursday, June 19, to celebrate Juneteenth with performances by musical artists, poets, dancers, and more.
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