Welcome back to another episode of FOODIE FRIDAY! This week Nathan and Rachel sit down with owner Ryan from The Artisan Sandwich Company.

Located downtown Kalamazoo on The Kalamazoo Mall, it couldn’t be a better spot! Or as Ryan likes to say the slower paced, more romantic part of the Kalamazoo mall. Ryan had a dream after college to own his own Sandwich shop with his wife, and it all came to fruition back in 2017! Now they own a sandwich shop, a house, and recently had a beautiful baby boy!

In this episode we talk about how they got started, what makes their sandwiches stand apart, sourcing local ingredients, and bread from local bakeries. Their sandwiches are nothing short of amazing and the bread to meat ratio is P E R F E C T!

We all agree the décor is truly one of a kind, ARTISAN, if you will. You need to stop by to try a sandwich for yourself. They also offer delivery and catering!

Tune in to hear more about this amazing little sandwich shop and run, don’t walk, to try one for yourself. To find more about The Artisan Sandwich Co visit their website or social media linked below!

We sat down with TRCS Superintendent Ron Moag to find out what's going on with the re-open, graduation, the play, new director of bands, school budget cuts:

-How's it going in these crazy times

-How does the Governor's re-open plan apply to TRCS

-Outline coming

-"Safety for all" is the number one priority

-Graduation: what can we expect (Aug 6th), what have we done

-How are you making these decisions

-Is the Play still possible

-The new Director of Bands (1 of 40)

-Budget cuts, what do we look like

Welcome back to another episode of The Community Connection Podcast – FOODIE FRIDAY! This week Nathan and Rachel sit down with Francois Moyet, the owner of The Henderson Castle.

In this episode we talk about how Francois came to own the castle, the updates over the years, bed and breakfast, the restaurant inside the castle, the winery on the grounds, weddings, the new additions of the BBQ Food Truck and Cocktail car, and new yacht. There is something for everyone at the castle!

Paranormal fan? The castle is listed 2nd most haunted place in Michigan and in the top 10 across the country, but we like to say its ENCHANTED. The grounds are absolutely stunning and the perfect place for a beautiful wedding!

The Henderson Castle truly is a one-of-a-kind unique, charming, and romantic piece of history! To learn more about how to book a night at the castle, weddings, wine tastings and more visit their website below

In this episode Nathan and Clayton ask who, what, when, where, and why to the candidate:

-Who are you and what are you running for

-What makes up the district

-Serving History:

City Commissioner

Mayor

County Commissioner

Vice Chair/Chair/Vice Chair...many organizations for many years...

-Attendance Matters; over 1,000 scheduled meetings for Commission Meeting (only 3 missed)

-Boards serving/served:

Health Department

Law Enforcement

Judiciary

Commission on Aging

Transportation Authority

Michigan Works Development

-Why State Rep

-Labels: Conservative, Pro-Life, Pro-2nd Amendment (all Amendments), Constitutionalist

-Valuable lessons from being involved

-33 years in the District

-Navy Vet

In this episode Nathan and Clayton ask who, what, when, where, and why to the candidate:

-What are you running for

-Your signs say...

-Limited Government

-How is it running during a pandemic

-Little about the candidate

-How long in the District

-What's your objective/reason for running

-Where can we find more

-We need Leaders

-How many years in service

-Pro Life, Pro Gun, Supports President, "Most..."

-Personally...

-Contact him directly

Welcome back to another episode of The Community Connection Podcast- Foodie Friday Entertainment edition! This week Nathan and Rachel sit down with John Peterson the Director of Public Relations and Broadcaster for The Kalamazoo K-Wings Hockey Team.

We are huge hockey fans and stoked for this week’s episode! The Kalamazoo K-Wings is a professional hockey organization with longstanding ties to the Kalamazoo community. Affiliated with the NHL’s Vancouver Canucks, the K-Wings feature the NHL players of tomorrow and deliver an exciting professional sports appearance here in Kalamazoo. The K-Wings have many different themed events to keeps fans entertained, ranging from the Green Ice Game for St Patrick’s Day, the world record breaking Star Wars theme night that Nathan attended, to The Office Theme hockey night to name a few. If you have listened to our episodes, you know we are MAJOR Office Fans, so naturally the coffee mug on Johns desk caught our eyes.

Tune in to see what the K-Wings have planned for the up-coming season, how to get season tickets, and what’s new with the Kalamazoo K-Wings hockey team for 2020!

In this episode Nathan & Clayton talk with Maddy & Salina about the upcoming play at the Three Rivers Community Players:

-The Pole Barn in front of Walmart

-Upcoming show: The Great Kooshog Lake Hollis McCauley Fishing Derby. AKA:Kooshog Lake

-Maddy Eickhoff: Experience at TRCP & her Directing Debute

-What is the show about?

-Salina Bosworth: Experience

-Casting, Blocking, and Re-Casting, Oh my! (Coming back from Covid shut down)

-Cast Shout Out:

Jacob Huff

Salina Bosworth

Teresa Rothman

Andy Wittenberg

Sydney Harrison

-Little history of TRCP...very little

-Outdoor Performance: bring a chair

-Check out FB & website (listed in notes) for more details

-Show dates July 2nd-5th (off for the 4th), and 9th-12th

-ONLY $10 Live Theatre!

-Favorite show (Salina, Maddy, & Clayton)

-Favorite show to be in (Salina, Maddy, & Clayton)

-Nathan...never mind...he couldn't contribute much...uncultured...

Welcome back to another edition of Foodie Friday! This week, co- hosts Nathan and Rachel sit down with Owner/Husband and Wife Duo, Jake & Kayleigh… better known as POTUS & FLOTUS of Presidential Brewing Company!

Presidential Brewing Company is located right here in Portage, off of Portage road. We love the that they name their beer and food after Presidents! No matter your political views, you’re sure to love everything they have to offer. Nathan and Rachel agreed it was “umami gourmet bar food”. Say that 5 times fast! Rachels favorite was the Cuban sandwich and soft pretzel with house made beer cheese sauce. Nathan was partial to the tots and the chicken sandwich. Do tots ever go out of style? Just like Napoleon Dynamite, We don’t think so. At Presidential Brewing Company they have many different options for loaded tater tots! What’s not to love. Don't forget the amazing beer fairies that deliver beer and ice cream straight to your door! It's ALMOST as great as getting that amazon delivery

Presidential Brewing Company also has a “Founding Father’s” Father’s Day event every year with a special beer for the occasion. (coming up soon!)

There is also talk of creating an amazing beer garden some outdoor seating, putt-putt golf, and so much more! I know where we will be hanging his summer. Listen to this weeks Foodie Friday to learn more about The Presidential Brewing Company!

In this episode Nathan and Clayton talk Kevin & Brian about the fun and entertainment available with the Kalamazoo Growler Baseball:

-From Intern to Assistant General Manager (Kevin Timmer)

-Mascot Dreams

-Founder and VP (Brian Colopy)

-Opening Day...can't come soon enough

-MAC DADDIES (Mac&Cheese and Father's Day Tribute): new dads are excited

-Mac&Cheese...a little cheesy #dadjokes

-Entertainment Company offering baseball

-Northwood League: college player opponents become roommates, and some become Major League Baseball players

-Company events, Client entertainment, School events, Networking, Family fun, Promotional events (contact Growlers with your ideas)

-Memories: Brian explains Kevin's first day

-Fighting through the negativity

-Memories: all the FOOD & games on the field

-In between Innings

-Director of Fun (not Clayton)

-Home Plate Club

-Season Passes/The Right Package/Under$10 check website or contact Kevin

-Enjoy the experience! GET EXCITED!!

-Drink options...with more than growlers

-Memories bring a family member...maybe

In this episode Nathan and Clayton talk with Jennie Miller from Preferred Insurance Services about the upcoming changes with PIP reform in Michigan (Cost of auto insurance going down).

-Essential Services

-Major PIP (Personal Injury Protection) reform July 2nd

-Reduced Rates

-Why so high (unlimited medical and lack of participation)

-More options, More Choices

-MCCA fees reduced

-New minimum will increase liability (recommended even higher)

-More vulnerable

-Lawyers involved

-What is "no-fault"

-Next steps for insureds

-Read your renewal packets

-Mini tort increase

-How do we save money???

-Schedule fee

-What should you ask your agent

-Review PIP coverage and Liability limits

-Changes create saving, but also vulnerability