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Department grants WMU $5M for advancing carbon capture technology

By Kalamazoo Times | Aug 28, 2024

Western Michigan University has been awarded $5 million from the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Fossil Energy and Carbon Management as part of a $44.5 million initiative to advance commercial-scale carbon capture, transport, and storage across the United States.

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Western Michigan University secures four awards at DownBeat's 2024 Student Music Awards

By Kalamazoo Times | Aug 27, 2024

Western Michigan University's jazz studies program has secured four awards from DownBeat magazine in its 47th annual Student Music Awards. Two recent alumni and two small jazz groups received accolades in what is regarded as a prestigious competition in jazz education. WMU Jazz has a history of success with DownBeat, one of the oldest publications dedicated to jazz in the United States.

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Western Michigan University student runs successful youth summer theater program

By Kalamazoo Times | Aug 26, 2024

Jack Austin, front and center, directs his youth campers during a dress rehearsal of Unity Theatre Company's "Beauty and the Beast." BATTLE CREEK, Mich.—College student juggles coursework, auditions, a recording career, and running a youth theatre program. This is the reality for Western Michigan University music theatre performance student Jack Austin, who recently completed a successful production of "Beauty and the Beast" with dozens of young performing artists.

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Cheapest premium gas in cities across Kalamazoo County in week ending Aug. 17

By Kalamazoo Times | Aug 25, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Kalamazoo County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former Kalamazoo Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Aug. 26?

By Kalamazoo Times | Aug 25, 2024

These former Kalamazoo Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Aug. 26.

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Kalamazoo Times area weekly mass times

By Kalamazoo Times | Aug 24, 2024

The following parishes in the Kalamazoo Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Kalamazoo County in week ending Aug. 17?

By Kalamazoo Times | Aug 23, 2024

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Kalamazoo County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Kalamazoo County in week ending Aug. 17?

By Kalamazoo Times | Aug 23, 2024

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Kalamazoo County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Kalamazoo County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Aug. 17

By Kalamazoo Times | Aug 23, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Kalamazoo County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Kalamazoo County in week ending Aug. 17?

By Kalamazoo Times | Aug 22, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Kalamazoo County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Bronco Bash returns bigger than ever at Western Michigan University

By Kalamazoo Times | Aug 21, 2024

Get ready to gear up for the fall semester and bring home tons of swag as Bronco Bash returns for its biggest event yet. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Whether looking for connections, campus resources, or just a good time, Western Michigan University students and community members are preparing for the 42nd annual Bronco Bash. Scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 27, from 3 to 6 p.m., more than 17,000 people are expected to gather at Sangren Mall for the unofficial kickoff to the fall semester.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Kalamazoo County in week ending Aug. 10?

By Kalamazoo Times | Aug 19, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Kalamazoo County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 10, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Kalamazoo Times area weekly mass times

By Kalamazoo Times | Aug 17, 2024

The following parishes in the Kalamazoo Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Kalamazoo County in week ending Aug. 10?

By Kalamazoo Times | Aug 16, 2024

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Kalamazoo County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 10, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Kalamazoo County in week ending Aug. 10

By Kalamazoo Times | Aug 15, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Kalamazoo County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 10, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Western Michigan University prepares for fall move-in amid ongoing construction

By Kalamazoo Times | Aug 15, 2024

As summer concludes, Western Michigan University's campus is preparing for Fall Welcome 2024. The Housing and Residence Life team has been working to ensure a smooth move-in experience. Awareness of Kalamazoo’s ongoing construction projects near campus can help avoid additional stress.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Kalamazoo County in week ending Aug. 10?

By Kalamazoo Times | Aug 15, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Kalamazoo County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 10, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Kalamazoo County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Aug. 10

By Kalamazoo Times | Aug 15, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Kalamazoo County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 10, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Western Michigan University undertakes major construction projects enhancing safety accessibility green space

By Kalamazoo Times | Aug 14, 2024

Western Michigan University is undergoing a series of major construction projects throughout the late summer and fall, including a new pedestrian bridge, a new parking structure, and the demolition of older facilities to create a new residence hall and additional green space.

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Western joins initiative addressing shortage in Michigan’s child welfare workforce

By Kalamazoo Times | Aug 14, 2024

KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University is launching a new initiative aimed at bolstering the child welfare workforce in Michigan. The initiative seeks to address the current shortage of qualified workers, particularly in underserved populations.