Good morning, Kalamazoo.

On Tuesday, May 27, Comstock Township firefighters responded within three minutes to a garage fire in the 5000 block of Gull Road where crews from Kalamazoo and Kalamazoo Township helped extinguish the flames; the fire began shortly after 9 a.m. and destroyed the structure with no injuries reported, and investigators say it was likely accidental.

Montine Wiley Sr., the father of a slain victim, charged at his son's alleged killer during a preliminary hearing at Kalamazoo County District Court on May 22 and spent the night in jail for contempt — the Prosecutor’s Office said it is asking the Attorney General’s Office to review the case for potential charges.

Multiple law enforcement agencies responded to an unknown incident at Canterbury House Apartments on May 27th, with units from the Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety, Michigan State Police, the Kalamazoo County Sheriff's Office and Western Michigan University Public Safety on scene and drone and dog units deployed.

The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development Tuesday awarded $40,920 to the Kalamazoo Valley Community College Food Innovation Center to help strengthen the state’s middle-of-the-supply-chain agri-food system — the center is an education hub, urban farm and food hub built in collaboration with Bronson Healthcare and Integrated Services of Kalamazoo.

The school year is nearly over and local educators worry that many students may lose key reading and math skills over the break.

SLD Read will launch a middle school summer reading program — and other options are available to help students maintain learning habits.

Academy Street near Kalamoo College has been closed since 2022 when a culvert over Arcadia Creek failed.

The city plans to repair the bridge—reopening the street as part of a $38M stormwater upgrade that begins in June and continues through 2028.

Kalamazoo-area athletes are featured in the Athlete of the Week poll for May 19‑24 with 40 standout contenders, and residents may vote as many times as they like until 9 a.m. Friday, May 30 — nominations for future contests may be submitted by email — to recognize top spring sports performances.

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.

JB Pump Day – Kalamazoo

11 AM – 1 PM — Young Supply Company — Free entry — Enjoy complimentary inspections and oil changes for vacuum pumps while getting wear-and-tear replaced on JB pumps.