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Friday, April 17th, 2026
Good morning, Kalamazoo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Oya Sushi and Asian Bistro held a soft opening on Apr. 10 at 5585 Gull Road in Comstock Township; the bistro serves sushi, ramen + poke bowls and will open when its liquor license is approved. Owner Than Oo trained in Japan and aims to share his Asian fare locally. MLive
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Portage will celebrate Arbor Day with a ceremonial tree planting on Monday at 5 p.m. — a new Red Maple will replace a mature maple lost during the May 7 tornado — at City Hall. The Youth Advisory Committee will join to promote environmental stewardship. WKZO
- ➤ After several days of heavy rain, flood alerts remain active across West Michigan as local rivers continue to rise — the Portage River near Vicksburg is experiencing minor flooding while evacuation orders are in effect near the Muskegon River in Newaygo County, with more storms forecast tonight. WWMT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Coach Shawn Strawser stepped down as head football coach at White Pigeon after eight seasons during which he ended an eight-year playoff drought and led the team to a 63 to 21 record, three district titles, and two conference championships. He said he will relax by enjoying golf + hunting. MLive
- ➤ Schoolcraft boys basketball coach Derrick Small will not return next season due to a personnel issue, district officials said. The coach — son of a Hall of Fame mentor — led four winning seasons that included multiple titles. MLive
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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.
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Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon 2026
7 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Bronson Park — Registration required — Celebrate health and community at the annual marathon in Kalamazoo.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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