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Wednesday, June 11th, 2025
Good morning, Kalamazoo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of June.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A fire broke out in a house on Dupont Avenue in Kalamazoo Township Tuesday morning—fire started in an upstairs bedroom and multiple fire departments responded as officials reported the blaze was put out before reporters arrived. WWMT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Kalamazoo man, 20-year-old Khymarus Pratt, was sentenced to 25 to 60 years in prison on Monday after pleading guilty to felony murder and firearm charges for killing 25-year-old Bader Farwana during an attempted robbery on March 23rd, 2024—Kalamazoo officers said Farwana was found with fatal gunshot wounds in his vehicle. WKZO
- ➤ Liborio Rogelio Valdez II was sentenced on June 10 to decades in prison for manslaughter and armed robbery—charges for the April 4 shooting of 24-year-old Kavonta Terreal Martin at Westchester Woods Apartments on Little Drive—as his actions during an attempted robbery ended Martin’s life. WWMT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Lunchtime Live! will start at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, June 13 in Bronson Park with live music, food trucks, and vendors. The free two-hour event will run weekly through Aug. 29 except July 4 and feature a new regional act each week—plus a youth talent show and entrepreneurship fair on Aug. 15. MLive
- ➤ Kalamazoo rapper LIPSEY works 12-hour shifts at a packaging plant while recording a new track 'Chandelier' for his upcoming fifth album later this summer—his rising career has gained attention from major artists and he will perform at a family-friendly show on June 14. MLive
- ➤ Railroad Earth will perform a two-set show at Bell's Beer Garden this Friday, June 13 at 8 p.m. with doors opening at 7 p.m.+ Tickets cost $40+ fees as the band returns to the venue after its 2023 performance. MLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Kalamazoo County’s Road Commission received $25M from the federal Safe Streets and Roads for All program to remove trees, add rumble strips, and widen shoulders on over 130 miles of dangerous roads like West Q Avenue—efforts aimed at reducing fatal and serious accidents. The five-year plan will begin later this year and will not impact roads managed by Kalamazoo or Portage. WWMT
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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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Battle Creek Field of Flight Air Show & Balloon Festival
July 2nd - 6th — Battle Creek Executive Airport at Kellogg Field — Events vary — Experience North America's largest combined air show and balloon festival with thrilling performances and family-friendly activities.
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