Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of January.
Good morning, Kalamazoo.
💼 Business
Local restaurateurs Casey Longton and Rob Nicol are renovating the historic space at 224 E.
Michigan Ave for Winston's, a new neighborhood bar expected to open in Spring 2026 — the project will bring new full-time and part-time jobs along the growing live music corridor at Bates Alley.
🏛️ Government
West Kilgore Road between Glenrose Terrace and Skyler Drive closed on Wednesday for water main repairs and will remain closed until Jan.
14 — motorists are advised to follow posted detour signs.
📰 Real Estate
A church designed by Frank Lloyd Wright protégé Alden B.
Dow in 1962 and set on a nearly 4-acre parcel on Winchell is on the market for $1.9M. Buyers can repurpose the building as a home or church (inquiries have been strong since the listing went live on Dec. 19, 2025).
🎉 Kalamazoo Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Harlem Globetrotters Show
7-9 p.m. — Wings Event Center — Tickets from $20 — Experience the thrilling antics of the Harlem Globetrotters live in Kalamazoo.
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.
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.
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.
Family Storytime
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Kalamazoo Public Library - Oshtemo Branch — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful half-hour of stories, songs, and playtime for the whole family.
2026 MIVCA Coaches Clinic
February 6-7 — Loy Norrix High School — Not specified — Learn from top practitioners at this valuable volleyball coaching clinic.
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