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(NEWS 3) - They're stories that will make you smile! They're about the people who make our Great Lakes state a great place to call home. Sit back, now, and enjoy meeting some of the most unique and fascinating people in the world--they are your neighbors.

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Center celebrating African-American history opens in Holland

HOLLAND, Mich. (NEWSCHANNEL 3) – In Holland, a town better known for its Dutch heritage, there's an effort to educate people about the African-American community. The Center for African-American Art and History opened on Martin Luther King...... Full story

Getting people back on their feet through the kitchen

KALAMAZOO, Mich. (NEWSCHANNEL 3) – A Kalamazoo organization that helps people get back on their feet through cooking is getting a new home. Most days are busy ones in the kitchen for Kingdom Minded Ministries. When Newschannel 3 stopped by,...... Full story

Holiday events highlight what's positively Michigan

(NEWSCHANNEL 3) – Two holiday events are highlighting what's positively Michigan. We're taking a look at how a shopping spree with officers can not only make a holiday, but change life-long perceptions and how a special tree lighting could...... Full story

Honoring a hero, getting Glee-full at the movie theatre and a university on top

(NEWSCHANNEL 3) - A Kalamazoo County woman is honoring fallen officers with special shadow boxes.Debbie Kuras was moved by the death of Kalamazoo Public Safety Officer Eric Zapata, so she decided to make special shadow boxes to hang at both the KDPS...... Full story

First Day Shoe Fund

KALAMAZOO, Mich. (NEWSCHANNEL 3) - While our kids work hard to get a leg up a non-profit effort in Kalamazoo County is working to give them even more. The first day of school is quickly approaching for many children. Every one of...... Full story

Positively Michigan: Holiday displays as history

(NEWS 3) - From covering the front lawn to adorning every room in a house, many people love to go all out for the holidays. Within many displays are long-time collections. News 3's Holly Doyle has more on these treasures in this Positively Michigan...... Full story

Positively Michigan: 108 years old and on her own

(NEWS 3) - She was born during the Spanish-American War. Albert Einstein published his theory of relativity the year she graduated high school. President Bush is the 19th President in her lifetime, so far. Few can say they've done what Dorothy...... Full story

Positively Michigan: Bringing outer space into the classroom

Holly Doyle, News 3 Reporter

(NEWS 3) - Outer space is a fascinating place. Mars is one destination for NASA in 2007. And here on Earth, a West Michigan native is involved with the potential discoveries. There are two missions in this exploration. One takes place in space....... Full story

Positively Michigan: Pug lovers paradise

Holly Doyle, News 3 Reporter -

People love their pets. We found that a passion for pugs, has turned into a little club. There was "Pug Hill" in Central Park in New York City at one time. We were invited to a smaller gathering - in Milham Park.... Full story

Positively Michigan: Pug dog club

Holly Doyle, News 3 Reporter

(NEWS 3) - People love their pets. We found that a passion for pugs, has turned into a little club. There was once "pug hill" in Central Park for a meet-up group in New York City. We were invited to a smaller one, in Milham Park in Kalamazoo....... Full story

Positively Michigan: Mini motorcross racer

Holly Doyle, News 3 Reporter

(NEWS 3) - Like so many things, Motocross is a sport not just for boys anymore. And not just for big kids - meet a pint-size dare-devil.... Full story

Positively Michigan: Author traces Three Rivers history

(NEWS 3) - History might not be your favorite subject, but how about nostalgia? That would define the author of a scrapbook that pieces together Three Rivers' past. News 3's Holly Doyle introduces us to him in this Positively Michigan report.... Full story

Positively Michigan: Book traces Three Rivers history

Holly Doyle, News 3 Reporter

(NEWS 3) - Three Rivers has a rich history that dates back to the mid-1800's. You can still see it in the city's historic downtown. The history can also be seen in a new scrapbook put together by a Three Rivers native. Books can be bought at...... Full story

Positively Michigan: Teen named Presidential Scholar

Holly Doyle, News 3 Reporter

(NEWS 3) - Since 1964, U.S. Presidents have honored high school students for their achievement in academics and the arts. This year, one is from Kalamazoo. There are just 20 winners in the arts category. And a young man, who discovered his voice...... Full story

Positively Michigan: Riviera Theatre Renovation

Holly Doyle, News 3 Reporter

(NEWS 3) - A renovator in Three Rivers is hoping to jump-start what once served as the city's heart-beat - the Riviera Theatre. It showed movies, vaudeville, and musical acts. Starting next year, it could be filled with the sounds of culture once...... Full story