Good morning, Kalamazoo.

Colonel’s Kitchen reopens in the former location of Colonial Kitchen at 330 N.

Drake Rd. after a deep cleaning and remodel — preserving a favorite mural while adding modern features. The diner is open daily 6:30 a.m.-2 p.m. and offers takeout.

West Michigan aviation pioneer Augustus Moore Herring experimented with powered flight in October 1898 at Silver Beach in St. Joseph.

Although his designs and leap inspired local history, his claims face skepticism due to evidence lost after a boat company fire in 1899.

The SAC-Valley all-conference baseball team for 2026 honors standout high school players from local teams.

Kalamazoo Christian led the division, earning multiple selections + including star catcher James Annen among its top honorees.

The SAC-Valley all-conference girls soccer team has named its honorees, including several players from Kalamazoo Christian, Hackett Catholic, and Schoolcraft, after Tuesday, June 9 state semifinal at Cedar Springs High School + the selections highlight a season of strong local play.

The 48th annual Kalamazoo Klassic returns this weekend with a 10K at 7:30 a.m. and a 5K at 9 a.m. on Maple Street Hill; runners can pick up packets Friday (4-7 p.m.) at Maple Magnet School or Saturday (6 a.m.) at the finish line, with registration open until midnight Thursday.

Seventeen local high school baseball players earned all-state honors, announced by the Michigan High School Baseball Coaches Association this week.

Top picks come from Mattawan, Vicksburg, and Kalamazoo Christian, following standout performances in early June state tournaments (details available in the full list).

Mattawan hired longtime educator Nate Engels as its new varsity boys basketball coach after the previous coach resigned following the 2025-26 season.

Engels, who has spent nearly three decades as an educator & youth coach locally, will debut on Nov. 30 at home against Paw Paw.

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.

2026 PZSC Cars & Cocktails Car Show

4-7 p.m. — Portage Zhang Senior Center — Cost varies — Enjoy a vibrant car show with live entertainment, food, and fun contests.