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Kalamazoo
Tuesday, February 25th, 2025
Good morning, Kalamazoo. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 25th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Consumers Energy is launching 'Count on Us Kalamazoo!' to provide energy-efficient upgrades for underserved communities, focusing on three zip codes in 2025 to help households below 250% of the federal poverty level reduce energy costs. WKZO
- ➤ Louie's Trophy House in Kalamazoo held its 19th annual charity gumbo cook-off and crawfish boil, benefiting the Audrey Hensley Family Foundation and Cheff Therapeutic Riding Center. WWMT
- ➤ Kalamazoo is set to transform Princeton Park with a nature-focused redesign, featuring a natural playground and bike racks, following community feedback. WWMT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 24-year-old man, Ignacio Pederson, was arrested in Kalamazoo for an armed robbery involving a Facebook Marketplace transaction over a cell phone and cases. WKZO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Maggie Spybrook, a senior at Kalamazoo Central High School, has been named the Michigan Interscholastic Swim Coaches Region 6 Swimmer of the Year for the third time, while maintaining a 3.99 GPA. WKZO
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Kalamazoo launches RX Kids program, offering pregnant women $1,500 pre-birth and $500 monthly for the first year without income limits. WKZO
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Michigan High School Athletic Association unveils 2025 girls basketball district tournament brackets, signaling the start of postseason for Kalamazoo-area teams. MLive
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16th Annual Midwest Regional Alternative Dance Festival (RAD Fest)
The RAD Fest showcases a variety of dance performances, masterclasses, and community events, highlighting local talent and fostering creativity in Kalamazoo.
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Plant Bingo Night
Attend a fun Bingo Night featuring plant-related prizes in an engaging community atmosphere.
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Kalamazoo Wings' Mascot Madness Event
Mascot Madness features Slappy the Kalamazoo Wings mascot hosting a fun-filled afternoon of mascot broomball and a post-game skate at the Wings Event Center.
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Atlanta Gladiators vs. Kalamazoo Wings - First Responders Night
The event celebrates local first responders, including police officers, firefighters, and EMTs, while offering special food and drink deals at Wings Event Center.
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Spring Fling Craft Fair
A craft fair featuring handmade goods from local artisans, with free admission and a focus on supporting small businesses in the community.
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Scott Bade: Poetry Reading Event at Bookbug
Scott Bade will present an evening of poetry at Bookbug, an independent bookstore in Kalamazoo that offers a variety of literary genres and hosts community events.
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March to Victory Silent Auction Gala
The March to Victory Silent Auction & Gala is an elegant black-tie optional event featuring beverages, hors d’oeuvres, dancing, and a silent auction to support youth sports in Kalamazoo.
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Healing Body And Spirit Expo
Holistic Healing Expo includes Incredible Professional, Quality Exhibitors from across the US. Wings Event Center, Sat, March 15th (10-6) & Sun, March 16th (10-5) pet friendly, free parking, (under 12 free) coupon on website! "11th annual"
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Kalamazoo County 4-H Tack Sale - Largest in Michigan
This event features over 100 vendors offering a wide range of supplies for horses and farms.
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Emmy Kastner Presents: So Tortoise Dug
A local author presents her new children's picture book featuring a humorous tale about a tortoise and her mouse friend navigating misunderstandings and friendships.
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