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Friday, May 16th, 2025
Good morning, Kalamazoo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Memorial Day events will be held across West Michigan from May 22 to May 27 to honor fallen service members with parades, wreath-laying and ceremonies, including a parade in Kalamazoo on May 26—residents can select from various county events to pay their respects. WWMT
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 19-year-old woman died on May 14 when her Honda Accord veered off Almena Drive and hit a tree and she was not wearing a seat belt—police added that alcohol and drugs were not factors in the incident. MLive
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Paul Teachout testified that on May 5, Tami Sue Nickles went to pick up her two dogs at her ex-boyfriend's house and he later found the scene active before police confirmed she had been fatally shot by Robert Nizzardini—who now faces charges of murder, felony firearms, and domestic violence. MLive
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Powerful gustnado winds from severe storms left over 160,000 homes and businesses without power in Michigan, with nearly 50,000 outages reported in Kalamazoo County. Consumers Energy staged more than 500 crews+ and is working overnight to restore power+ as crews respond to changing weather conditions. MLive
- ➤ A powerful storm swept Western Michigan between 8 p.m. Thursday and 1 a.m. Friday as meteorologist Jeff Porter said gusts reached up to 70 mph and the tornado risk increased to 5–10% in areas from South Haven — stretching from just north of Battle Creek to Coldwater. This storm brought large hail and intense winds across nearly the entire region. WWMT
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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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Summer Live Music at The Squirrel
7-10 p.m. — Squirrel Hollow Golf Course — Free entry — Enjoy an exciting lineup of 40 free live music shows with local bands and food trucks amidst stunning sunsets.
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Michigan Lighthouse – Half Off Bottled Wine Wednesday
6-8:30 p.m. — Wine and Canvas Kalamazoo — $38 — Enjoy a creative paint and sip experience with half off bottled wine and professional instruction.
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2 Day Psychic & Holistic Expo
9 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Kalamazoo County Expo Center — General Admission $10, 12 and under free — Discover products and services for your body, mind, and spirit with over 50 vendors.
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Yo-Yo Ma Concert
7-9 p.m. — Miller Auditorium — Ticket costs vary — Experience the enchanting sounds of world-renowned cellist Yo-Yo Ma in a captivating live performance.
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KIA Arts Fair 2025
3 PM – 5 PM — Bronson Park — Free entry — Experience over 130 fine artists showcasing unique creations at this vibrant two-day juried art show.
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Harry Potter and The Chamber of Secrets in Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Miller Auditorium — Tickets required — Experience the magic of Harry Potter on a giant screen with a live symphony orchestra performing the iconic score.
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Kenosha Kingfish vs. Kalamazoo Growlers
1:35-3:05 p.m. — Homer Stryker Field — Tickets available — Catch an exciting summer baseball matchup featuring local teams.
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