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Kalamazoo
Friday, May 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Kalamazoo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 2nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Kalamazoo will celebrate Bike Month in May with bike-friendly events that welcome riders of all ages and skill levels. The city will host rides, safety demonstrations, and fun activities such as National Ride a Bike Day on May 4 and a Bike Rodeo on May 14 (with free helmet fittings and tune-ups) to promote healthy cycling. WWMT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Kalamazoo County investigators are examining whether an Oshtemo Township shooting that injured an 18-year-old man on Wednesday afternoon at Nottingham Place Apartments is linked to other local violence — details remain undisclosed to protect ongoing investigations. WWMT
- ➤ Family members of William and Mildred Witters, murdered on April 25th in Portage, criticized the Michigan Supreme Court's ruling that now permits resentencing for murderers under 20, saying the decision forces them to relive their loss (with the first hearing expected in the fall). WWMT
- ➤ A 17-year-old suspect was arrested in Kalamazoo Township on April 24th for meth and gun possession after police chased a fleeing passenger during a search warrant execution on Gull Road and now faces multiple felony charges. WWMT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Kalamazoo Public Schools suffered an internet outage that reportedly affected all student computers and lasted at least through Thursday; all buildings opened on Thursday with middle school classes held on a half day and conferences cancelled. WKZO
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On April 25, vandals smashed windows and spray painted slogans on seven machines at Bow in the Clouds Preserve on Nazareth Road, forcing the contractor to stop work, file an insurance claim, and plan for private security while delaying the accessible trail project + repairs. MLive
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ A 59-year-old Kalamazoo County man claimed a $1 million win from the 50X instant game after scratching his ticket bought at Ziggy’s at 5384 North Riverview Drive—he took a one-time lump sum payment of about $694,000, saying the win was life-changing—and he plans to save the money to let his wife retire early. WKZO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Whitmer ordered U.S. and Michigan flags to be lowered to half-staff today to honor Staff Sergeant Troy Smith Knutson-Collins, a Battle Creek native who died in a training accident in Lithuania at age 28 + his funeral is held today. The flags will return to full staff on Saturday, May 3. WWMT
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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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Oshtemo Cruise-In & Auto Show
2-5 p.m. — Flesher Field — Free entry — Enjoy a day of classic cars, food trucks, and family fun while supporting a great cause.
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Davey and The Midnights Concert
7 PM – 1 AM — The SugarBowl Bar & Grille — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of unconventional country music and rock & roll from Davey & the Midnights and the Driftless Revelers.
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