Good morning, Kalamazoo.

Leaders in Kalamazoo held a groundbreaking ceremony on March 26 for The Legacy Senior Living project at 128 E.

Frank St and 127 E. North St, which will offer 70 affordable housing units with amenities like a community room and library for seniors. Southwest Michigan First and its partners led the effort — officials said the $27M project will be finished in about 17 months.

An eight-year-old girl died and a 12-year-old boy was critically injured when an SUV hit an Amish buggy on County Road 215 and 60th Avenue in Lawrence Township on March 26 with a 31-year-old woman from Mattawan arrested for suspected substance use—officials also put down the horse after the crash.

Kalamazoo County deputies stopped a wrong-way driver on U.S. 131 on March 26 (around 1 a.m. in Alamo Township) after they used portable spikes to deflate the tires, and they arrested and booked the driver into the county jail (at Kalamazoo County Jail) for suspected drunken driving and possession of suspected illegal drugs.

On March 24, beer fans gathered at Bell’s Brewery in Kalamazoo for Oberon Day—attendance increased by 10% from last year despite chilly weather.

The event featured the debut of Oberon Light, nine craft variants, live music, and marked the departure of Executive VP Carrie Yunker after two decades with the brewery.

Law enforcement agencies increased patrols along I-94 from New Buffalo to Port Huron starting March 26th and posted educational material to warn drivers about the risks of distracted driving—targeting texting and eating behind the wheel.

Prokofiev's Romeo & Juliet

8 p.m. | Miller Auditorium | Cost info not provided | Experience the timeless tale of love and tragedy brought to life through Prokofiev's stunning score.

Kalamazoo Winter Market

8 AM – 1 PM — Kalamazoo Winter Market — Free entry — Explore a vibrant gathering of local vendors offering fresh produce, meats, baked goods, and unique crafts.

Open House Tour

12-2 p.m. — 4125 Grand Prairie Rd, Kalamazoo, MI — $524,900 — Explore this beautifully updated Colonial home with spacious interiors and a stunning backyard.

Hadestown Musical Performance

7:30 PM – 10:00 PM | Miller Auditorium | $46-$186 | Experience the Tony Award-winning musical that intertwines mythic tales through enchanting melodies.

2025 USA Hockey 14U Tier II National Championships

April 2-6 — Wings West — Check website for more details — Over 40 teams compete for the national title in a celebration of youth hockey.

Weekend to Remember - Kalamazoo

12:00 AM — Radisson Plaza Hotel & Suites Kalamazoo — Varies — A faith-based marriage conference helping couples choose oneness and strengthen their bond.

Spring Model Train Show & Sale

10 AM – 3 PM — Kalamazoo County Expo Center — Admission info not provided — Discover over 150 vendor tables filled with model railroading supplies and collectibles.

Goshen College Maple Leafs vs. Western Michigan Broncos Baseball

3:05 p.m. — Hyames Field, Kalamazoo, MI — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting baseball matchup featuring local college teams.

Smoldering Fires Production

7:30 p.m. — The Jolliffe Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a poignant story of dreams and reality through this compelling theatre performance.

Dance for Performance Workshop with Steven Iannacone

12-5:30 p.m. — The Space Dance Co. — Cost TBA — Immerse yourself in a transformative workshop led by an experienced dance instructor from iDANCE Chicago.