Daily
Kalamazoo
Sunday, April 13th, 2025
Good morning, Kalamazoo. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 13th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Doreen Gardner, 72, opened her first commercial kitchen for Papa’s Brittle off Stadium Drive in Oshtemo Township after a Friday afternoon ribbon cutting and funding from Kalamazoo Forward Ventures. She plans to boost production from 150 to 900 bags a day while honoring her family's 63-year recipe legacy—creating new jobs and a redemption program for those seeking work opportunities. MLive
- ➤ Chick-fil-A said it will build its third Kalamazoo County restaurant on Gull Road in Comstock Township. The plan calls for a 5,208-square-foot building that will replace a vacant 7,233-square-foot space with a covered drive-thru — work will start once permits are approved. MLive
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A heavy police presence was seen at an incident on North Street near Walbridge Street on Saturday night as Kalamazoo Public Safety, Portage Public Safety, Kalamazoo Township Police, the Kalamazoo County Sheriff's Office and Michigan State Police investigated the case. WWMT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today, Kalamazoo hosts its annual Comic Con at the Expo Center where fans meet pop culture, comic book and cartoon icons for panels, costume contests and gaming rooms — the event draws voice actors and celebrities and runs until 5 p.m. WWMT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Parents of two Portage Public Schools students sued the district in December 2024, alleging their children faced racial harassment including slurs and a physical chase on Halloween—court documents show that while some incidents were confirmed and disciplinary actions taken, district officials argued the lawsuit lacks sufficient factual grounds and that the alleged hostility is not embedded in the school culture. MLive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, April 12, fans celebrated WMU’s hockey national championship by setting couches on fire at Fraternity Village Drive in Kalamazoo—fires were seen around 10:30 p.m. and Public Safety officers quickly worked to put them out as students cheered their 6–2 win over Boston University. MLive
- ➤ The WMU Broncos are leading Boston University 2-1 after the first period in the Frozen Four National Championship game in St. Louis. The Broncos had defeated the Denver Pioneers 3-2 in the semifinals, setting them on a historic path. WWMT
-
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.
-
WizardCon 2025
9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Four Points by Sheraton Kalamazoo — $55 for all three days — Experience the charm of tabletop gaming with limited attendance for an intimate weekend.
-
USA Tae Kwon Do Championships 2025
9:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. — Parchment High School — Pre-registration required — Open martial arts tournament welcoming all ages and ranks with sparring and poomse events.
-
Riverdance
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Miller Auditorium — Ticket info not provided — Experience a powerful reinvention of the iconic dance show with mesmerizing music and spectacular designs.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Life is a single-player game. You compete with your previous self.
~ Naval Ravikant
About Daily Kalamazoo
Welcome to the Daily Kalamazoo, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Kalamazoo, Michigan community. If you like the Daily Kalamazoo, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Kalamazoo.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Kalamazoo and across Michigan. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Kalamazoo
A free Kalamazoo community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailykalamazoo.com/sitemap