Good Morning, Southwest Michigan! This week, local voices take center stage as candidates share their vision ahead of the November 4 election. In Kalamazoo, a major downtown project decades in the making has broken ground while students get a career boost. Over in Battle Creek, a new milestone in aviation education is taking flight. Plus, this week’s Black & Brown Connect Mixer promises an inspiring evening of connection and collaboration. Here’s what’s making news across Southwest Michigan.
Meet The Candidates | Part 1
Local leadership shapes our future. Ahead of the November 4 election, Southwest Michigan First invited candidates for mayor, city commission, and other local offices to share their vision for growth, collaboration, and community. Read their responses in our ongoing Meet The Candidates series.
The Community Economic Development Association of Michigan is seeking a Community Growth Fellow to help Southwest Michigan First drive economic growth, strengthen workforce alignment, and prepare development-ready sites across St. Joseph and Branch Counties.
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