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Kalamazoo
Sunday, April 27th, 2025
Good morning, Kalamazoo. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 27th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Kalamazoo-born comedian Jordan Klepper guest-bartended at Stamped Robin on Saturday, April 26 — raising funds through a $30 cover fee to support the YWCA’s reproductive rights initiatives while mixing specialty drinks for local supporters. MLive
- ➤ On April 26, more than 7,000 customers in the Portage area of Kalamazoo County lost power due to an equipment failure on Milham Ave, according to Consumers Energy. Crews were expected to restore service around 1:00 p.m. WWMT
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ One Kalamazoo resident died after an overnight house fire in Kalamazoo Township on Saturday, April 26—firefighters rescued several people and investigators are checking the cause. MLive
- ➤ On Saturday, April 26, a rollover crash occurred at East Michigan and 28th Street in Comstock Township when a passing car hit two left-turning vehicles—injuring two people including a Kalamazoo County Sheriff's deputy whose cruiser flipped; both were taken to a local hospital and are reported as okay. WWMT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, April 24, a 21-year-old was fatally shot near North Park Street in Kalamazoo, and his mother asked police to stop gun violence as detectives arrested a suspect in Muskegon—he is set to be arraigned on Monday. WWMT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Michigan residents are urged to check their refrigerators as the FDA announced a recall of nearly 174,000 bottles of S. Martinelli and Co. apple juice for possible patulin contamination—bottles are packaged in four 10-ounce translucent glass containers with UPC code 0 41244 04102 2 and a best by date of Dec. 5, 2026. MLive
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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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WSDA Student Concert: Exploration of Emotions
1-4 p.m. — Wellspring/Cori Terry & Dancers — $15 — Celebrate the artistic expression of emotions through dance featuring students of all ages.
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Charlie's PLACE Annual Mother and Son Dance
6-9 p.m. — Radisson Plaza Hotel & Suites Kalamazoo — $70 for couple ticket — A night of dinner and dancing for mothers and their sons to create unforgettable memories.
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Sesame Street Live!
2-3:30 p.m. — Miller Auditorium — Cost info not provided — Enjoy a fun-filled show with Elmo, Cookie Monster, and more in an interactive experience for the whole family.
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Ain't Too Proud – The Life and Times of The Temptations
May 13-15 — Miller Auditorium — ASL interpreted performance available — Experience the electrifying journey of The Temptations from the streets of Detroit to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
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Kalamazoo Future Forward Career and Resource Expo
12-4 p.m. — Radisson Plaza Hotel & Suites Kalamazoo — Free entry — Connect with top employers and explore new career paths at this resource-filled expo.
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Founders Brewing Dinner Pairing
6:30-9 p.m. — The Backyard of Kalamazoo — Ticketed event — Enjoy a delightful pairing of craft beers and gourmet cuisine inspired by Michigan flavors.
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Girls Night - The Musical
7:30-9 p.m. — Miller Auditorium — Tickets required — Experience a hilarious journey of friendship through 80s and 90s hits in this acclaimed musical.
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~ Henry Ford
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