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Hair today, glow tomorrow: Whether you need a precision cut, a smart color correction, a skin refresh with a luxe facial, or a tension-melting massage, the team at First Impressions Salon & Spa keeps it modern and welcoming right here in Portage, with personalized care that makes you feel like a re…
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The guitar-making process at Heritage Guitar in Kalamazoo, Michigan has been running since the early 1900s.
Full story at wwmt.com ↗
A public health advisory has been issued for Austin Lake in Portage due to a suspected harmful algal bloom, or HAB, according to the Kalamazoo County Health & Community Services Department.
Full story at wwmt.com ↗
Valeri Lantz-Gefroh, a former Kalamazoo resident who now lives in Long Island, N.Y., discovered a wooden bench made by her father, Mel Lantz, which carries memories of her father and a connection to the community where she grew up.
Full story at secondwavemedia.com ↗
A 41-year-old man is in custody following an hours-long standoff with police during a domestic assault investigation in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
Full story at wwmt.com ↗
The article discusses the process of selecting the right Michigan apple for various uses during apple season.
Full story at 1240theticket.com ↗
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