In 1900, Kalamazoo was the celery capital of the world! The nearby “mucklands” are perfect for growing celery! In the second half of the 1800s, Kalamazoo was known as paper city. The Bryant Paper Company here in Kalamazoo became the largest Michigan manufacturer of book paper. And by World War II, a score of local mills made Kalamazoo the largest paper producer in the nation.

Featuring:
00:00 Intro
01:45 Air Zoo
03:28 Bell’s
06:29 Lil Brother’s BBQ
10:48 Kalamazoo Central High School
12:01 Layla Cool Pops
13:26 Confections with Convictions
15:05 Twine
18:14 Gilmore Museum
20:50 Wenke Greenhouse
25:13 DCONS Moped Army


Main Street is alive and well. It’s where the heart of the community beats the loudest.

It’s also where you will find fivetime Emmy awardwinning actor and host John McGivern. Enjoyed by a nationwide audience, John’s unique brand of storytelling is expanding across the Midwest.

Growing up in the Midwest in an Irish Catholic family, John’s own experiences and memories are relatable and remind us all of our shared Midwest heritage. Through lively interviews with local residents and civic leaders, John uncovers the uniqueness and charm of each community he visits.

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