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Sunday, April 26th, 2026
Good morning, Kalamazoo. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 26th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Bath & Body Works closed nearly 100 stores last year as it adjusted to changing consumer habits, including 62 U.S. and 30 international locations. The chain still operates over 60 Michigan stores and recently opened a new location in Burton to bolster its blend of online and in-store shopping. MLive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A Kalamazoo-based series, The Shift, produced by Red Watch Productions documents police and firefighter calls in a single shift on YouTube. KDPS PIO Zach Hamelton created the program to show officers' daily challenges & humanize their work for local viewers. MLive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ WMU’s spring game on Saturday at Waldo Stadium featured fresh in-state talent as Dosh scored on an 8-yard run to push the Gold team to an 8-6 win + Cabana helped close the gap with a 4-yard TD, setting a promising tone for the fall season. MLive
- ➤ The Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon takes place today at Bronson Park in Kalamazoo and extends into Portage with races like Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K and 5K while road closures affect several streets from 7:45 a.m. through about noon. Participants should check parking updates + course maps for details. WWMT
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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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Connections Recovery Support Group
5:30-7 p.m. — Kalamazoo Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Connect with others on the recovery journey for peer support in mental health.
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The Mountain Goats Live
8-11 p.m. — Bell's Eccentric Cafe — Tickets from $137 — Experience an unforgettable live performance by The Mountain Goats in Kalamazoo.
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