Lacy James

Born in Kalamazoo, from Three Rivers and Centreville, MI. I love animals, music, food, history, and keeping informed on current events. You can reach me at lacy.james@townsquaremedia.com Helping those in need is a big reason why I do what I do, and am honored to provide you with updates of local happening in the Battle Creek & Kalamazoo area weekday mornings.

Photos And Video Of Northern Lights Dancing Across The Michigan Sky

Tons of photos and time-lapse video capture the 'Pure Michigan' beauty of the weekend's Northern Lights show.

VIDEOS: Stunning Beauty Of Lake Michigan’s Transition To Spring

Spring is one of the more dramatic transformations for Lake Michigan. A local photographer was able to perfectly capture the transition in a series of videos.

VIDEO: Hypnotic Sand Sculptures On The Shores Of Lake Michigan

While the winds battered Michigan, mother nature got busy creating breathtaking natural sand sculptures along the shores of Lake Michigan.

Battle Creek Man Charged With Attempted Murder For Kalamazoo Shooting

A Battle Creek man has been charged with attempted murder for a September shooting in Kalamazoo Township.

Four Arrested, Meth Seized in Two Calhoun County Searches

Calhoun County Sheriff's Deputies made four arrests after serving two search warrants and recovering an ounce of methamphetamine.

17-Year-Old Battle Creek Girl Shot At A Cookout

Battle Creek Police are investigating a weekend shooting at a cookout that sent a 17-year-old girl to the hospital with a gunshot wound to the shoulder.

Michigan Governor Announces G.I. Bill For Essential Workers

Michigan's governor announced a new program that would provide a tuition-free pathway to college or a technical certificate to essential workers who do not already have a college degree if enacted.

Suspect At Large In Fatal Weekend Shooting In Kalamazoo

A shooting at a Kalamazoo apartment Sunday night left one man dead. The shooter remains at large.

City Celebrates 114 Years Of Kellogg’s In Battle Creek

Tuesday nights Battle Creek City Commission meeting was more of a celebration than a typical meeting as Mayor Behnke presented proclamations. One of those proclamations in honor of Kellogg's 114 years in the "Cereal City".

MDHHS Reports 4th Death In Michigan From Vaping

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services announced the fourth vaping related death in Michigan.

Employee Assaulted During Armed Robbery Of Albion Business

The Albion Department of Public Safety is investigating an armed robbery of an Albion business. Police say an employee of the business was assaulted and tied up during the incident.

Winter Weather Advisory Kicks Off The Weekend For Allegan, Barry, Van Buren, Kalamazoo & Calhoun Counties

A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect until 9:00 a.m. Saturday. Quick bursts of snow are being forecasted for tonight causing poor visibility and slick driving conditions.