Good morning, Kalamazoo.

The owners of Park Street Market and Midtown Fresh Market will operate the Kalamazoo Farmers Market after April 25 (replacing People’s Food Co-Op after 13 years).

They won a three-year contract paying 15% of gross revenue to the city at Bank Street in the Edison Neighborhood.

News Channel 3 and volunteers joined Sinclair's Day of Service to help families facing food insecurity in Kalamazoo on April 8.

Staff packed food at Kalamazoo Loaves and Fishes (901 Portage St.) and at Homer Stryker Field (251 Mills St.) alongside the South Michigan Food Bank.

QuikTrip now plans its first Michigan location at 3810 E.

Cork St. featuring a 6,445 sqft store and 16 pumps. City planners met April 8 to review demolition plans for the former Crew restaurant, and the project will go to the City Commission for final approval + revitalize the lot.

Chicago Farmer returns to Kalamazoo with his band The Fieldnotes and new album Homeaid - headlining Bell's Back Room on Saturday, April 11 - with local opener Myron Elkins.

This will be his first headlining show in seven years.

Farmers Alley Theatre is presenting 'Good Night, Oscar' in collaboration with the Gilmore Piano Festival starting Thursday, April 16 until Saturday, May 2.

The play explores Oscar Levant’s TV moment and ends with a memorable performance of Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue (tickets available at the box office).

Galesburg-Augusta Community Schools is asking voters to approve an $11.2 million bond on May 5 to fund essential upgrades such as roof replacements, transportation facilities, air conditioning, and security improvements at its campuses.

If approved, the bond will levy 1 mill in 2026 (replacing expiring debts).

Today, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources will conduct a controlled burn of 62 acres in the Gourdneck State Game Area near Shaver Road to manage invasive species and improve wildlife habitat.

Residents on the west side near US-131 and Vanderbilt Road may notice some smoke.

Flooding continues in West Michigan after a weekend of rain, with additional showers expected today and Friday.

Residents near the Kalamazoo and Grand Rivers in Comstock Township and Comstock Park are advised to take precautions as rising water levels may lead to more minor flooding.

The Michigan Department of Transportation will start replacing the Barney Road bridge in Kalamazoo Township on Monday, April 13, with traffic detouring via Nichols Road, Ravine Road, and Douglas Avenue until work is completed on April 29.

Local high schools have spotlighted 25 top softball players to watch in 2026 following a record-setting 2025 season.

Talents from Paw Paw, Mendon, and Otsego are expected to boost local competition+ energize teams this spring.

Kalamazoo Comic-Con

12-7 p.m. — Kalamazoo County Expo Center — $22 Fri Adult ($55 for 3-day pass) — Explore the world of comics with celebrities, voice actors, and authors.

Meet the Author: Dolen Perkins-Valdez

3-5 p.m. — Kalamazoo Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Engage in a Q&A and book signing with the author of 'Take My Hand'.

WMU College of Aviation Fly-In

12-5 p.m. — WMU College of Aviation — Free entry — Bring the family for fun activities, egg hunts, and a showcase of aircraft at this annual celebration.

MI CUPA HR Annual Conference

7:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Radisson Plaza Hotel at Kalamazoo Center — Paid parking — Explore impactful HR strategies for higher education professionals.

Good Night, Oscar

7:30-9:45 p.m. — Farmers Alley Theatre — Ticket prices range from $20-$52 — Experience the witty and poignant tale of Oscar Levant on a late-night talk show in the 1950s.

Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon 2026

7 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Bronson Park — Registration required — Celebrate health and community at the annual marathon in Kalamazoo.

2026 Kalamazoo Rock, Mineral, Gem, and Fossil Show

2-8 p.m. — Kalamazoo County Expo Center — $5 adults, kids under 12 free — Explore one of Michigan's largest showcase of minerals, gems, and jewelry from 50 vendors.

Future Islands Concert

Time unknown — Bell's Beer Garden — Ticket prices vary — Experience the energetic sound of Future Islands alongside Open Mike Eagle in a lively setting.

Emmy Kastner Book Release Event

5-6 p.m. — Bookbug & this is a bookstore — Free entry — Celebrate the release of a delightful picture book filled with ice cream and laughter.

38th Annual Vicksburg Hearty Hustle (5K)

1-3 p.m. — 501 E Hwy St, Vicksburg, MI — Registration fee required — Celebrate fitness and community at this beloved annual 5K walk/run event.