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Saturday, January 10th, 2026

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Good morning, Kalamazoo. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 10th of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The county board paused plans for a $40-million indoor youth sports complex near US-131 after asking for more details on the variance request to clear trees from a 20-acre site in Westwood. The project could add 600+ jobs and yield nearly $49-million in annual economic impact.  WKZO
  • Dan, a puppy from the SPCA of Southwest Michigan, will star in the Puppy Bowl on Feb. 8 at 2 p.m. on Animal Planet — marking a historic moment for the shelter.  WWMT

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Ted Duckett, longtime coach and educator at Loy Norrix, died earlier this week. The school plans lasting tributes to honor his more than 50 years of service coaching football, track, and basketball (including mentoring multiple All-State players).  WWMT

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Fri, 1/16/26

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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.

    Mon, 1/19/26

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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.

    Tue, 1/20/26

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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.

    Thu, 1/22/26

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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.

    Fri, 1/23/26

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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.

    Sun, 1/25/26

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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.

    Thu, 1/29/26

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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.

    Sun, 2/1/26

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  • 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.

    Thu, 2/5/26

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  • 2026 MIVCA Coaches Clinic

    February 6-7 — Loy Norrix High School — Not specified — Learn from top practitioners at this valuable volleyball coaching clinic.

    Fri, 2/6/26

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