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Tuesday, February 24th, 2026
Good morning, Kalamazoo. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of February.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ An Amtrak Blue Water train stalled half a mile from the station on Sunday due to a mechanical issue, stranding 250 passengers in Kalamazoo for four hours until buses took them to their destinations (refunds are available from Amtrak). MLive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A ceremony at Free Methodist Church on Sunday marked the return of its 1883 cornerstone, which had been purchased on eBay and traveled from Hortonville, Wis to Kalamazoo. Pastor Craig Watson said the stone will be kept on public display to honor the church's heritage. WWMT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Kalamazoo Public Schools is holding its first community report on progress with its new strategic plan today at 6 p.m. at Milwood Magnet School; a second session is scheduled for Monday, Mar. 16 at Linden Grove Middle School. WKZO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Kalamazoo Public Works Manager Dennis Randolph said repair work on Grand Prairie Road damaged yards over the weekend as drivers circumnavigated posted barricades - the department will return in the spring to assess repairs and reminds motorists to follow posted warnings. WWMT
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Developers finished a full gut renovation of a 266 E. Michigan Ave building to create 13 one-bedroom apartments above the historic Coney Island restaurant, with rents from $1,350 to $1,900 per month and several units reserved as affordable housing. MLive
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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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Welcome Little Sister: Community Efforts to Protect Local Woods
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Portage District Library — Free entry — Discover how the community came together to protect twelve acres of woods adjacent to Kleinstuck Preserve.
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Giving Women Their Flowers
5:30-8 p.m. — The Desenberg — Celebrate Women’s History Month — An inspiring evening honoring women who lead, create, and uplift communities.
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