Been doing this a long time. At KFR, since '87. Have had an awful lot of fun through the years here. This is one special radio station. Love living here; both my sons were born here. Michael works for the schools, and David graduated Western and is now living the dream in Chicago. Proud to say they're my best friends as is the love of my life, Kathy, the hottest woman alive.
Dave Benson
West Lake Drive-In’s Future Up In The Air, But There’s Hope
The sign is ominous looking, especially after a February snowfall. So many memories tied into this location. What does the future hold for a Portage landmark, the West Lake Drive-In?
Another Business Fails; Pier 1 Files For Bankruptcy
The news is official now. Pier 1 Imports has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on Monday. Locally, Pier 1 has a store at Maple Hill Pavillion on West Main Street at Drake Road.
Update: Cops Say Bank Robber Spent Haul At Strip Club
Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety officers have arrested a man who they allege robbed a Chase Bank facility on Michigan Avenue in Kalamazoo on Wednesday.
Art Van Issues Statement Regarding Financial Future
After reports in Crain's Detroit Business that Art Van management was considering several options including bankruptcy, liquidation or a possible sale to its founding family, a spokesperson for Art Van issued a statement
Cops Searching For Kalamazoo Bank Robbery Suspect
The Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety is searching for suspect after an attempted bank robbery in downtown Kalamazoo.
Binder Park Zoo Hopes ‘Arranged Marriage’ Will Beget Snow Leopard
With Valentine's Day in the background, Binder Park Zoo officials are hoping there will be some "romance" in the air for a pair of snow leopards.
Portage Employee Stars in Two National Chipotle TV Commercials
"It's one of the coolest things I ever done." Show business careers can start just about anywhere. For Portage's Sydney Gilmour, it has begun, as she was selected to star in a couple of TV commercials for her employer, Chipotle Mexican Grill, in Portage.
Warning: Latest Sophisticated Bank Scam Starts Via Text Message
Is it just me or are there more criminals out there than ever? Or is it the criminals have simply become more sophisticated at how they (attempt to) steal our money.
WMU Partners With United For New Pilot Career Program
Western Michigan University's School of Aviation has announced another major partnership with a major airline.
Think Your Job Is Tough? Try Painting The Mighty Mac
The more you think about this, the more daunting it sounds. Imagine a project to paint the Mackinac Bridge. And it's not like you can improvise with doodles or cartoon characters or even flowers. You're painting the same color...over and over and over again. And even the when the weather i…