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Saturday, January 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Kalamazoo. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 3rd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Baby Timothy Carter Kilmartin was born at Bronson BirthPlace in Kalamazoo at 12:19 a.m. Jan. 1 to parents Demi and Pete Kilmartin; he is named after his late grandfather (a nod to family history) and is the first newborn of 2026. MLive
- ➤ Kalamazoo’s Bronson Birthplace welcomed Timothy Kilmartin at 12:19 a.m. on New Year's Day as the first baby of 2026 in west Michigan; other local hospitals also reported healthy newborns and mothers + all are doing well. WKZO
- ➤ Echo Valley has reopened for winter under new ownership (Hank and Sarah Avink), who repaired termite damage and updated eight toboggan runs. The facility on H Avenue overlooking Campbell Lake is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. all weekend. WKZO
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Dry January is prompting local bars to adjust their offerings as customers spend less on alcohol and more on mocktails while scaling up food options; HighDive Kitchen + Bar owner Jared Tinklenberg said that despite a slight dip in alcohol sales, visits remain strong amid post-holiday spending fatigue. WWMT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Michigan Avenue will have lane closures for water main work between Westnedge Avenue and Rose Street from Monday, Jan. 5 to Friday, Jan. 9 while detours are posted and pedestrian access remains available downtown. MLive
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Boss Dairy Farms is recalling a Michigan-only retail lot of 8 oz mild cheddar cheese blocks from Charlevoix Cheese Company after testing showed possible Listeria contamination. Consumers are urged to return or discard the product & note the best by date of Oct. 20, 2026, with no illnesses reported. MLive
- ➤ Health officials reported a rise in flu cases after the holiday season in West Michigan when Bronson Healthcare observed more positive cases and urged those feeling sick to stay home — wash hands to slow the spread. The CDC will release updated numbers on Monday as the outbreak may continue. WWMT
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Kalamazoo Boat Show
2-8 p.m. — Kalamazoo County Expo Center — Admission fees apply — Explore an exciting array of marine displays and products.
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ThriftAbility Grand Opening
3-6 p.m. — ThriftAbility — Free entry — Celebrate the launch of a unique thrift store serving the local community with refreshments and friendly faces.
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Tech Mondays
3-5:30 p.m. — Kalamazoo Public Library - Central Library — Free assistance — Get help with computer-related issues at this community support event.
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Chicago The Musical
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Miller Auditorium — Tickets start at $46.56 — Experience the excitement of the Jazz Age with a thrilling tale of fame, fortune, and sensational performances.
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When is the Right Time for Memory Care?
6-7 p.m. — North Woods Village of Kalamazoo — Free entry — Explore pivotal insights on dementia care and the importance of timely support for loved ones.
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Harlem Globetrotters Show
7-9 p.m. — Wings Event Center — Tickets from $20 — Experience the thrilling antics of the Harlem Globetrotters live in Kalamazoo.
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Primary Trust
2-3:30 p.m. — Farmers Alley Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a Pulitzer Prize-winning play about new beginnings and stepping out of your comfort zone.
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AMPLIFY Leadership Conference
9 AM – 3 PM — Western Michigan University — Seats are limited — Amplify your leadership and energize your team with practical tools and insights.
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Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis
7-11 p.m. — Chenery Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra led by Wynton Marsalis in an intimate concert setting.
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