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Kalamazoo
Thursday, May 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Kalamazoo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police in Kalamazoo are seeking three persons of interest after vandals caused $100,000 in damage by spray painting messages and hitting equipment with baseball bats at Bow in the Clouds nature preserve on April 25 — the damage has delayed a planned improvement project. MLive
- ➤ Kalamazoo Public Safety is investigating vandals at Bow in the Clouds Preserve who on April 25 first knocked over barricades and then used baseball bats and spray paint to damage equipment valued at about $100,000—officials are asking for tips to make arrests. WKZO
- ➤ KDPS is asking for help to name suspects who vandalized Bow in the Clouds Preserve on April 25 using baseball bats and spray paint — the damage totaled $100,000 after a group of three was seen early and another group of five returned later in the day. WWMT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Holland’s 96th annual Tulip Time Festival brought nearly 976,000 visitors during its 10-day run that ended May 2, 2025. The festival showed over 4.5 million tulips and Dutch parades—boosting local business and adding more than $50 million to the local economy. MLive
- ➤ Kalamazoo’s 41-year-old Do-Dah Parade may end this June as rising costs and fewer sponsors force organizers to reconsider its future—if the event does not break even, it could be the last parade. The parade, with its 'Once Upon A Time' theme, will be held on June 7 at 11 a.m. in downtown Kalamazoo. MLive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Thirteen Kalamazoo Loy Norrix seniors were honored on Tuesday, May 20 when they signed with six colleges to continue their sports and academic careers. The ceremony at the school auditorium showcased athletes ranging from football to adaptive tennis—celebrating their achievements with family and friends. MLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Kalamazoo County board formed an ad hoc committee to choose the location for a new youth sports complex — designed for eight basketball courts or 16 volleyball courts — and the members will meet soon to decide among sites in Portage, Kalamazoo, and Texas Township. The committee includes officials such as Kalamazoo Vice Mayor Jeanne Hess, Portage City Manager Pat McGinnis, and Texas Township’s Brooke Hovencamp. WKZO
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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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UKC PREMIER Nationals Dog Show
8 AM – 2 PM — Kalamazoo County Expo Center — Dogs not in competition are asked to stay home as they prance, weave, and soar at this premier event showcasing the UKC's 'Total Dog' philosophy.
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Festival Fridays 2025
8 PM – 12 AM — Arcadia Creek Festival Place — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant evening of community festivities in downtown Kalamazoo.
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Kalamazoo Klassic 2025
7:30-10:30 a.m. — Maple Street Magnet School for the Arts — Registration required — Celebrate community and inclusivity while achieving your fitness goals with 5K, 10K, and 15K options.
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Wausau Woodchucks vs. Kalamazoo Growlers
1:35-3:05 p.m. — Homer Stryker Field — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a thrilling baseball game between the Woodchucks and the Growlers in Kalamazoo.
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