Good morning, Kalamazoo.

Powerful storms on Wed.

June 10 and Thu. June 11 knocked down trees along Upland Drive, near Cooper Township, and at Eastwood Little League, leaving thousands without power as Consumers Energy crews worked to restore service.

Midnight Melt, a new Middle Eastern dessert shop, will open Saturday, June 13 at 1710 W.

Main St. in Tiffany's Village. Founders Tushar and Kathreen Verma plan to offer Dubai-inspired sweets, handcrafted ice creams, and unique fusion desserts — welcoming families and dessert lovers to a fresh local spot.

Radisson Plaza Hotel & Suites Kalamazoo earned AAA's Four Diamond designation for 2026, marking over a decade of excellence.

Locally owned by Greenleaf Hospitality Group, the hotel offers 340 guest rooms, meeting space, and many on-site amenities (including restaurants, a Starbucks and a fitness center).

Black Bear Sports Group has spent $5.5M to renovate the former Wings West arena and will reopen it as Biggby Coffee Ice Cube Kalamazoo with a soft opening from June 19 to 28, though local hockey groups have expressed concerns about rising costs & competition.

EPA officials toured Trowbridge Township Dam Area in Allegan on Thursday and confirmed that dredging is underway to remove PCB contamination from soil and sediment; they estimate the Kalamazoo River stretch will be PCB-free in six to eight weeks—after which the dam will be removed to restore river flow.

Tests in March found PFAS levels above state limits at 74 Mills St. on a property bordering the Kalamazoo River—a site designated as a superfund area since 1983.

EGLE+EPA have recommended further groundwater sampling in July.

After storms with winds up to 50 mph and heavy rain knocked over trees and powerlines on Wednesday night, crews restored power to over 50,000 customers and cleared road blockages across Kalamazoo on Thursday.

Kalamazoo officials will hold a meeting on Tuesday, June 23, from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Kalamazoo Metro Transit, 530 N.

Rose St, to explain the $19 million Kalamazoo Avenue Streets for All project — covering construction schedules, traffic detours, access changes and impacts before work starts in July.

Kalamazoo residents needing dental care can receive free services at the Mission of Mercy clinic at Wings Event Center today and Saturday from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. +Patients are treated on a first-come, first-served basis+.

Nurses from the Michigan Nurses Association and National Nurses United will rally this Saturday at Bronson Park at 11:00 a.m. to oppose funding cuts at Beacon Kalamazoo Hospital—nearly 85% of patients rely on Medicaid and Medicare, and the event will feature free food, wellness checks, and music.

Junior Max Johnson hit a walk-off single to give Kalamazoo Christian a 6-5 win in a Division 3 state semifinal Thursday at MSU's McLane Stadium, sending the Comets to their first-ever state final.

They will play the winner from Traverse City St. Francis-Rochester Hills Lutheran Northwest Saturday at 11:30 a.m.

Vicksburg baseball coach Brian Deal ended his 28-year career after his Bulldogs fell 9-6 to Kenowa Hills in the Division 2 state semifinal at McLane Stadium Thursday; he coached his son and finished with a 487-367-4 record.

Abram Coffey returned from a torn ACL to help Marcellus secure a historic run with a district championship + regional title and now the Wildcats will face Panesdale Jefferson today at 11:30 a.m. at Michigan State's McLane Stadium.

Wisconsin Rapids Rafters vs. Kalamazoo Growlers

2:05 p.m. — Honor Credit Union Baseball Stadium — Ticketed event — Experience the excitement of minor league baseball as the Rafters take on the Growlers.

Dixon's Violin Live Concert

3:50-5:15 p.m. — Milham Park — General Admission $32 — Experience a mesmerizing performance by acclaimed violinist Dixon with an extraordinary twist on the electric violin.

Kalamazoo Caribbean Festival

June 26-28 — Arcadia Creek Festival Place — Prices vary — Celebrate the vibrant culture with delightful food, island vendors, and rhythmic festivities.

John R. Miller Concert

8 p.m. — Bell's Eccentric Cafe — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy live music at one of Kalamazoo's favorite venues.

Kindleberger 5k Run/Walk

7:30 AM — Lower Kindleberger Park — Free entry — Kickstart your day with energy and community spirit at this charming 5K run/walk.

Sierra Shame Concert

6:00-7:30 p.m. — Texas Drive Park — Free entry — Experience a high-energy blend of Classic Rock and Kickin' Country from Sierra Shame.