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Kalamazoo
Monday, June 9th, 2025
Good morning, Kalamazoo. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Early Sunday morning, a 34-year-old man was shot in the abdomen on Academy Street in Kalamazoo and is in critical condition while police arrested a 47-year-old suspect—details of what led to the incident remain unknown. WWMT
- ➤ Police say a 34-year-old man was shot in the abdomen early Sunday, June 8 on the 700 block of Academy Street and is in critical condition—officers have taken a 47-year-old suspect into custody. MLive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Kalamazoo’s Do-Dah Parade held its 41st event on June 7, but rising costs make its future uncertain—organizers promise to work hard to keep the tradition alive. MLive
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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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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.
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Kalamazoo County Amateur Championship
Two-day tournament — Milham Park Golf Club — Registration required — Compete in a 36-hole individual stroke play championship with Open and Senior divisions.
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Senior Living Awards Showcase
9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — 7132 W ML Ave, Kalamazoo, MI — Free entry — Celebrate the best in senior living with awards recognizing outstanding care, activities, and community spirit.
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Battle Creek Battle Jacks vs Kalamazoo Growlers
6:35-8:05 PM — Homer Stryker Field — Tickets available — Enjoy an exciting game between local baseball teams in a vibrant atmosphere.
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Kalamazoo Caribbean Festival
3:00 PM – 12:30 AM — Arcadia Creek Festival Place — Entry information not provided — Experience vibrant Caribbean music, food, and culture in downtown Kalamazoo.
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Food Truck Tuesdays On The Road
5-7:30 p.m. — Midtown Fresh Market — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant gathering of food trucks showcasing culinary delights and community spirit.
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