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Kalamazoo
Thursday, February 19th, 2026
Good morning, Kalamazoo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Goose, a dog rescued from a Michigan puppy mill in 2022, made his debut yesterday at the Livigno Olympics in Italy after a cross-country journey from Michigan to California and met a well-known snowboarder from the Upper Peninsula. WWMT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Kalamazoo artist Mara Minott, missing since November 2025, was found safe Tuesday afternoon in British Columbia, Canada; her family expressed relief while officials confirmed no additional details. WWMT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Kalamazoo Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Darrin Slade will host two community sessions to review the 2025-2030 Strategic Plan. The sessions are set for Monday, Feb. 23 at 6:00 p.m. at Milwood Magnet School and Monday, Mar. 16 at 6:00 p.m. at Linden Grove Middle School. WKZO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Kalamazoo County commission has formed a public art committee to curate a mural and art wrap for the county's new parking ramp. The artwork, which will face Martin Luther King Jr. Park + Amtrak rails, may become a signature landmark if local artists secure the commission. WKZO
- ➤ Kalamazoo County held a closed session last night on a proposal for stewardship of the Asylum Lake Preserve and approved a memorandum to begin talks with Western Michigan University. Public hearings will be held before final decisions on the 274-acre site are made. WKZO
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K-Wings vs. Indy Fuel Hockey Match
7–9 p.m. — Wings Event Center — $3 beers, sodas, and hot dogs — Start your weekend with a win at $3 Friday as the K-Wings take on the Indy Fuel.
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Member Meetup at Wax Wings Brewing Company
4-6 p.m. — Wax Wings Brewing Company — $1 donation per beer — Celebrate the debut of Exhibit Ale brewed in collaboration with Wax Wings while supporting the KIA.
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Kalamazoo Nature Center Guided Hike
2-3 p.m. — Kalamazoo Nature Center — Free entry — Explore the beautiful trails of KNC with a guided hike through nature's hidden gems.
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Great Lakes Gift Show
March 2-4 — Kalamazoo County Expo Center — Cost varies — Discover a fantastic collection of unique companies and name brands at Michigan's premier gift and boutique show.
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Great Lakes Gift Show Kalamazoo
5 PM – 5 PM — Kalamazoo County Expo Center — Check for entry costs — Discover the latest trends and products in the gift and toy industry.
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Stephen King's Misery
7:30–9:15 p.m. — Farmers Alley Theatre — $45-$49, $20 student tickets — Experience the gripping tale of an author held captive by his obsessed fan in this thrilling live adaptation.
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Arancini Cooking Class
4-8 p.m. — 4023 Douglas Ave, Kalamazoo, MI — Hands-on experience — Learn to craft delicious Sicilian arancini from scratch while exploring their rich history.
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Live Music with Megan Dooley
7-9 p.m. — Zero: Non-Alcoholic Bar — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful evening of live music at a unique venue.
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Zazzy Concert Experience
9 PM – 1 AM — Papa Pete's — Check for ticket prices — Enjoy a night of live funk music featuring Zazzy's remixes.
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