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Kalamazoo
Tuesday, April 1st, 2025
Good morning, Kalamazoo. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 1st of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday during a thunderstorm, a tree struck a vehicle in Climax Township, killing a two-year-old, a four-year-old and an 11-year-old from Calhoun County—and injuring three others. WKZO
- ➤ On March 30, a strong storm hit Southwest Michigan and a falling tree killed 3 people while a home split in half—over 130 reports of downed trees and wires were recorded as cleanup efforts began. MLive
- ➤ On March 31st, a tree fell on a car on East S Avenue west of South 47th Street, killing three children from Calhoun County—a 2-year-old girl, a 4-year-old boy, and an 11-year-old girl—and injuring three others, with one in critical condition. WWMT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A strike expected to begin today at Western Michigan University’s Homer Stryker MD School of Medicine was averted after resident physicians reached a tentative deal. The three-year contract will provide annual wage increases and a meal stipend — key measures set to help retain and attract health care professionals. WKZO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, March 31, Kalamazoo city commissioners reapproved a $1 million ARPA loan for the Legacy Senior Living facility that will soon begin construction. The project will create 70 affordable units for seniors and is expected to be finished in about 17 months. WWMT
- ➤ Kalamazoo County commissioners will hold a public hearing to consider imposing a 4% fee on large hotel customers to help fund a new youth sports complex—supporters including parents, business owners and young athletes have already voiced their approval in previous meetings before the vote. WKZO
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Craft Music | Anthems: Rock, Pop & More
8 p.m. — Bell's Eccentric Cafe — Ticket information available — Experience vibrant performances featuring popular rock and pop anthems.
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ArtBreak: Sourced from the ‘Zoo Exhibition Tours
12-1 p.m. — Black Arts & Cultural Center — Free admission — Explore community art submissions during guided gallery walkthroughs at local cultural gems.
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Act Casual Concert
7 PM — Bell's Eccentric Cafe — Tickets available at the door — Experience Detroit's funky fusion band with captivating performances and chill harmonies.
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Hometown Card Show
9 a.m.-3 p.m. — Wings Event Center — Admission details not specified — Explore collectible cards from local vendors and enthusiasts.
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Jeannie Cleaning Expands to Grand Rapids, MI & celebrates Cleaning for a Reason Month
Jeannie Cleaning is now serving Grand Rapids! We provide professional, caring home cleaning and are proud partners of Cleaning for a Reason, offering free cleanings for cancer patients. Learn more at JeannieCleaning.com. By: Jeannie Cleaning
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