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Kalamazoo
Friday, March 6th, 2026
Good morning, Kalamazoo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Dormouse Theatre in Edison repurposes a 158-year-old church—transforming it into a hub for socially conscious plays, dance classes and music events. The next showing of “Hair” is scheduled for weekends in March. MLive
- ➤ Amy Williams has been appointed as the new president and CEO of the Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra; she comes from Savannah, Georgia, where she served as CEO of the Savannah Philharmonic since 2020 and replaces Jessica Mallow Gulley, who left in Oct. 2025 to join the Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra. WKZO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ronda Stryker, a billionaire director at Stryker Corporation, will join WMU's Board of Trustees on Jan. 1, 2027 + Catalyst Development LLC is building a $515 million downtown arena planned to host WMU sports and events. MLive
- ➤ Kalamazoo Public Schools reported Thursday a historic graduation rate of 77.35% in the district, up 11.5% from the previous year. All student groups, including African American and Hispanic girls and students with disabilities, showed improvement at local high schools. WWMT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Terri DeBoer, a longtime local meteorologist, announced her congressional candidacy on Thursday after years reporting for Kalamazoo TV stations like WOOD-TV and FOX-17, challenging the district seat held by Rep. Scholten. WWMT
- ➤ Parking rates in downtown will change in April when on-street parking costs $2 an hour in the central core and $1.50 in nearby blocks while free 90-minute parking continues at the Epic Center and Kalamazoo Mall ramps, and 15-minute merchandise pickup zones are added; metered parking begins daily at 10 a.m. WKZO
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Established in 2017, Sura Korean BBQ Sushi in a strip mall near West Q Avenue and 8th Street serves authentic Korean dishes — including DIY grilling tables and sushi — alongside vibrant abstract artwork by owner Hyeri Chun. The restaurant features generous portions with in-house kimchi. MLive
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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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Crawlspace Sketch Comedy Show
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Crawlspace Comedy Theatre — $20 — Experience original sketch comedy with a unique Kalamazoo twist.
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KDP Chocolate Milk Mile
6:00-6:25 p.m. — Stadium Dr, Kalamazoo, MI — Entry required — Race 1 mile while enjoying 16 ounces of chocolate milk.
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MYWAY Wrestling Individual State Championship Finals
8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Wings Event Center — Cost info unavailable — Witness the excitement of state-level wrestling competition.
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Margaritaville Night with K-Wings
7-8 p.m. — Wings Event Center — $3 beers, sodas, and dogs — Enjoy a tropical twist on K-Wings hockey while benefiting local parks.
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Dr. Seuss's The Cat In The Hat
2-5 p.m. — Miller Auditorium — Tickets from $46.56 — Enjoy the classic tale of mischief with your family as the Cat in the Hat shakes up a rainy day.
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