Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of October.
Good morning, Kalamazoo.
🎓 Education
Voters in the Comstock Public Schools district are asked to approve a new bond issue that will fund a modern HVAC system—one of the few upgrades planned after two rejected proposals.
The measure comes after voters turned down $27.3 million and $31.8 million bond issues, according to superintendent Dr. Jeff Thoenes.
🌲 Environment
Native fall webworms are spinning large, unsightly webs on walnut, birch, cherry, elm, and maple trees as they feed on leaves, though the webs usually cause little harm.
Homeowners can manage infestations by spraying with a high-pressure hose or removing affected branches (MSU Extension advises extra care).
🏛️ Government
Former Kellogg CEO Carlos Gutiérrez spoke at WMU’s WeTalk series in Kalamazoo on Oct.
15 to promote his memoir (Sheer Will: Learning to lead where there is no path) and share his view that political divisions have increased in today's climate.
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