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Wednesday, April 16th, 2025
Good morning, Kalamazoo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Young Center for Immigrant Children’s Rights has helped 7,000 kids from over 70 countries and now seeks volunteers to support unaccompanied immigrant children. The center will host Volunteer Child Advocate training on May 3 and May 4 for locals from Kalamazoo and nearby areas — volunteers fluent in Spanish are especially needed. WWMT
- ➤ The CROP Hunger Walk returns to downtown Kalamazoo on April 27 and will feature check-in at 1 p.m. and kickoff at 2 p.m.—participants from 13 local churches will choose between a 1.25-mile and a 3.1-mile route to help raise $12,000 for hunger programs supported by Kalamazoo Loaves & Fishes and Church World Service. WWMT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Kalamazoo police investigated a fatal shooting at the 400 block of North Street outside Green Door Distillery on Saturday, April 12—one person of interest was interviewed and authorities are seeking another individual captured in a video while warning that sharing unverified social media names can endanger innocent people. MLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The city began several road and infrastructure projects on April 15 such as replacing 1,500 lead service lines in Edison and rehabilitating the Gull Street Bridge with temporary traffic shifts in place. Future work includes starting improvements along Arcadia Creek in June, milling Westnedge Avenue the week of June 9, and replacing water mains on Porter and Knollwood with contracts running through November 1, 2026. WWMT
- ➤ The City of Kalamazoo announced that public services will begin spring hydrant flushing on April 20 and continue until April 30 to remove sediment from water mains — tap water may appear cloudy until residents run cold water to clear it. Residents with construction or maintenance projects during this period are advised to call 311. WWMT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Monday night, thousands cheered WMU hockey’s 6-2 win over the Boston Terriers during a National Champions Rally that marked the school's first national title in any sport in 60 years plus players came in limos and the pep band played to energize the crowd. MLive
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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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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.
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Shai-Li Concert
6 PM — The Clover Room — $10 — Enjoy a vibrant performance by The Situation and Shail-La.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Kalamazoo Rock, Gem & Mineral Show
2-8 p.m. — Kalamazoo County Expo Center — $5 adults, kids under 12 free — Explore one of Michigan's largest gem and mineral showcases featuring 50 vendors.
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2025 Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon
10 AM – 2 PM — Bronson Park — Check website for entry fees — Celebrate health and community during this exciting marathon weekend!
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