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Monday, June 1st, 2026
Good morning, Kalamazoo. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 1st of June.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Michigan’s first QuikTrip closed on a property at 3810 E. Cork St. on May 29, replacing a former restaurant, and plans to demolish the building for a Generation 4 store with 16 pumps once permits are approved. The new site will serve local commuters and highway travelers. MLive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Kalamazoo Institute of Arts will host its 75th annual KIA Arts Fair at Bronson Park from Friday, June 5 (3pm–8pm) to Saturday, June 6 (9am–5pm). The two-day cultural event features free gallery admission + family-friendly activities with added seating for relaxation. WWMT
- ➤ News Channel 3 invites residents to vote for its May Photo of the Month contest featuring eight submissions of local scenes, including swans, sunsets, and flyovers; the poll closes Friday at 2 p.m. (results will be announced Monday). WWMT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Portage Central girls soccer beat Battle Creek Lakeview 4-1 on Saturday, May 30, with Lily Grueter scoring two late goals — one coming from a deflection off her left knee — to win the district championship and push the team to a regional semifinal on June 2 at their home field. MLive
- ➤ Mattawan's baseball team shut out Kalamazoo Central, 8-0 (on Saturday, May 30) to claim the Division 1 district title with Kaden Jominy pitching a four-inning no-hitter that extended their postseason shutout run. The Wildcats will meet Lowell in the regional semifinal at Loy Norrix on Wednesday. MLive
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The Kalamazoo Blend Sessions Music Show
7:30-9:30 p.m. — The Clover Room — $20.00 — Enjoy an evening of R&B, Hip Hop, and Afro Beats at this vibrant local music event.
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