Good morning, Kalamazoo.

Tim Knauss opened Red’s Root Beer in Paw Paw in 2010 to revive the drive-in experience he remembered from childhood and create a local staple.

The seasonal restaurant serves made-to-order American classics with nostalgic tunes from the 1950s and 1960s—backed by family support and regular patronage.

During a May 22nd court hearing in Kalamazoo, 18-year-old Kaiden Cole—charged with open murder, felony firearm, and carrying a concealed weapon for fatally shooting 27-year-old security guard Montine Wiley—faced a volatile moment when Wiley’s father charged the stand and was quickly restrained by sheriff’s deputies.

Maru Sushi (a chain with locations in Kalamazoo, Grand Rapids and East Lansing) has opened a new restaurant in Midland that serves creative sushi dishes and bold flavors.

The menu features a Bulgogi Donburi Bowl and a dark chocolate truffle dessert (dishes that offer a fresh take on sushi) to attract local diners.

Kalamazoo County said The Landing Place, a new shelter for homeless families planned for summer, will open in December as work continues and officials explore temporary winter shelters (1912 E.

Kilgore Service Road) (to keep families safe this winter).

Kalamazoo is offering curbside storm debris pickup after the May 15 storms for fallen branches, limbs and tree debris left at residents’ curbs or lawns.

The pickup schedule starts in Area B on Tuesday, May 27, in Area C on Monday, June 2 and in Area A on Monday, June 9—residents can also drop off debris at 322 East Stockbridge Avenue until Friday, June 27 and call 311 or 269-337-8000 for help.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Festival Fridays 2025

8 PM – 12 AM — Arcadia Creek Festival Place — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant evening of community festivities in downtown Kalamazoo.

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.

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.