Good morning, Kalamazoo.

Oxford Township is celebrating the Detroit Tigers' 2025 home opener by unveiling a historical marker honoring Hall of Famer Ty Cobb—who fished in Oxford for decades and played three games for the local team in August 1906—as part of a new local history program.

Paul and Christy Akeo spent 32 days in a Mexican prison over a credit card dispute with a Cancun hotel— their attorney said on April 3 that they were released and are coming home to Jackson County.

Otsego Public Schools is asking voters to approve a $46.5M bond for a new high school innovation center and to convert an old elementary pool into athletic courts with a separate community entrance on Tuesday, May 6.

The bond will keep the current tax rate from a prior $22.9M bond — taxes would go down if the proposal fails.

Michael Rice, a long-time Kalamazoo superintendent who began work with the Michigan Department of Education in 2019, said he will retire by Oct.

3 + he recalled the privilege of working in state education throughout his career.

Kalamazoo officials plan to demolish the vacant building at 322 E Stockbridge Ave early next month; the $2 million property (bought in September 2021) was once considered for a pod community to house homeless individuals.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Hometown Card Show

9 a.m.-3 p.m. — Wings Event Center — Admission details not specified — Explore collectible cards from local vendors and enthusiasts.

Easter Brunch Celebration

10 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Brick and Brine — Menu reservations recommended — Delight in classic brunch favorites with a Brick + Brine twist this Easter.

Shai-Li Concert

6 PM — The Clover Room — $10 — Enjoy a vibrant performance by The Situation and Shail-La.

Neil deGrasse Tyson: Science in Movies

7:30-9 p.m. — Miller Auditorium — Check local listings for ticket prices — Explore the science behind your favorite films from Star Wars to The Martian.