John is a Southwest Michigan native who has done radio in Minneapolis, Detroit, and Flint. He's excited to be back in his hometown bringing you Kalamazoo's Greatest Hits. John has two kids, two cars, two cats and a motorcycle that he really loves. With a great love for history and discovery, especially creepy places, you will always find him searching local landmarks. He also likes to run, as long as it's not more than a 5k, or to the fridge.
John Mason
Ice Fishing Season Off To A Great Start In Michigan
Some Michigan lakes have enough ice for fishermen and women to get out and catch some beauties.
Refilling Beer From Your Table Could Be Coming To Kalamazoo
Self-serve taps may reduce your wait time for another beer because you don't have to flag down your server.
A Look Back At Holiday Lanes In Kalamazoo
The last post on Holiday Lanes Facebook page simply read "Closing her down" on October 6th 2014. So what's happening now to the former Kalamazoo area bowling alley?
Little Free Libraries Growing In Kalamazoo
Find or build your own local Little Free Library to share and exchange books with others.
What Does A Ski Resort Look Like Without Snow? Fly Over Timber Ridge
You drive by them every day but never take notice of them. Add some snow and you can't miss them.
The Final Resting Place Of Kalamazoo’s J.J. Perrin, Who Was He?
Mountain Home Cemetery in Kalamazoo was once reserved for the more prominent residents. This begs the question, who was J.J. Perin?
Kalamazoo Family Giving Christmas Trees To Those In Need
Christmas is all about giving. Here is a man who knows the true spirit of the season with free Christmas trees for those who can not afford one.
Put On Your Ugly Sweater And Take A Walking Tour of Downtown Kalamazoo Breweries
West Michigan Beer Tours has 2 Holiday Walking Tours through Downtown Kalamazoo.
The Rise And Fall Of Kalamazoo’s Checker Motors And What May Be Buried There
Checker Motors Corporation was founded in Kalamazoo in 1922 by Morris Markin and remained in that family until its demise in 2009. What will happen with the property on Pitcher Street now?
A Look Back At Kalamazoo’s Historic Fuller Theater
The Fuller Theater on Burdick street in Kalamazoo, operated from 1909 to 1953 after surviving a fire. All that remains now is the entrance that has been converted into retail space and the 3rd floor which has been untouched for decades.