What I call “laughin’ and scratchin’, I’ve been doing a long time. I grew up in Chicago, and the long and winding road of radio brought me to Kalamazoo in January of ‘87. Had an awful lot of fun at one special radio station, next door, but like Tom Brady, let’s see what we can do here. Both my sons were born here. Michael lives here and is a long time Rocker listener, and David is now living the dream in Chicago, hoping to be a comedy writer. Proud to say they're my best friends.
Benson
WMU Upsets Defending NCAA Hockey Champion Denver
In what could turn out to be a season defining victory, the Western Michigan hockey team defeated the No. 1 rated team in the country, Denver University. 6-5, in a game that featured multiple Bronco comebacks.
It’s Finally Open; The Gull Street/Ransom Street Roundabout
Early Friday morning, the barricades were moved, and the roundabout linking Gull Street with Ransom St. is now open.
Former Tiger Justin Verlander: On Top Of The World!
This is not like P.J. Fleck. I don't think any Detroit Tiger fan feels jilted. Justin Verlander finally got the ring. (And may have another ring as early as this weekend. Stay tuned)
Former Mayor Ed Annen Creates A Stir With Facebook Post About Milham Park
It sure seems a weekend Facebook post from former Kalamazoo mayor Ed Annen managed to resonate with a large group of current and former Kalamazoo area residents.
This is what Kalamazoo Looks Like From that Huge Crane Downtown
Construction workers probably would say "ho-hum", but the city manager and few other muckety-mucks got a pretty cool view of Kalamazoo.
Big Celebration Planned As Portage’s ‘Old’ McCamley Field Closes For Upgrade
It's been the football home for Portage Central and Portage Northern High Schools for over half a century.
In The Longest Game Ever, Watch WMU Get The Goofiest Penalty Ever
No, seven overtimes wasn't enough to make Western's victory extraordinary. How about the penalty they got in overtime?
Western Michigan Football Wins In Epic, Record-Setting Seven Overtimes
71-68. Western. Basketball? No. College football, in Buffalo, New York.
Red Wings Open Little Caesars Arena in Style
Ultimately the most important thing about the Red Wings home opener was the two points they picked up with the 4-2 victory. But the team opened the new arena and new era in style.
Taking A Knee During High School Game? One School Warns ‘No’
"Taking a knee" has been on the minds of more than just football fans. What started with one NFL player, has reached the high school level. And one school warns its players, don't do it.