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Tuesday, July 1st, 2025

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Good morning, Kalamazoo. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 1st of July.

BUSINESS NEWS

  • Books-A-Million is set to open a new bookstore in Kalamazoo as it remodels the 15,000-square-foot former Save-A-Lot building at 4404 Stadium Drive—workers have been seen beginning build-out. The store will be next to Planet Fitness and Harbor Freight in the University Commons strip mall—its opening date is not yet confirmed.  MLive

REAL ESTATE NEWS

  • In June, Kalamazoo County planners reviewed proposals for new projects—apartments and pickleball courts along West Michigan Avenue in downtown Kalamazoo. If approved, the developments will boost local housing and recreational options.  MLive

EVENTS

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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.

    Wed, 7/2/25

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  • Traverse City Pit Spitters vs. Kalamazoo Growlers

    6:35-8:05 p.m. — Homer Stryker Field — Ticket prices available — Catch an exciting baseball game featuring local teams in a vibrant summer atmosphere.

    Fri, 7/4/25

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  • Battle Creek Battle Jacks vs. Kalamazoo Growlers

    6:35-9:35 PM — Homer Stryker Field — Tickets available — Enjoy an exciting baseball game as local teams face off under the night sky.

    Thu, 7/10/25

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  • Kanola Band at Lunch Time Live

    11:30 AM – 1:30 PM — Bronson Park — Free entry — Enjoy a variety of food options and good vibes with the Kanola Band at this community event.

    Fri, 7/18/25

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  • Been Lovin’ You: The Works Of August Wilson

    7:30 p.m. — The Jolliffe Theatre — Box office hours available — Experience the dynamic storytelling of August Wilson highlighting Black Love through powerful theatrical performances.

    Sat, 7/19/25

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  • Fieldpiece A2L Refrigerants and HVACR Field Best Practices Workshop

    8:00-9:30 a.m. — Young Supply Company - Kalamazoo — Free entry — Learn about A2L refrigerants, regulations, and best practices for HVACR field work.

    Thu, 7/24/25

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  • Kzoo Parks Summer Cinema: U Pick the Flick

    6-10 p.m. — Crane Park — Free entry — Enjoy a community movie night featuring your choice between 'Harold and the Purple Crayon' or 'The Garfield Movie' under the stars.

    Fri, 7/25/25

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  • EPS Foam and Electronics Recycling Day

    10 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Mayors Riverfront Park — Free entry — Drop off your EPS foam and electronics at this quarterly recycling event.

    Sat, 7/26/25

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  • Tomas Esparza Blues Band – Oshtemo Music in the Park

    6-7:30 p.m. — Flesher Field — Free entry — Enjoy Chicago Style Blues and raffle prizes in a scenic park setting.

    Sun, 7/27/25

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  • Dokidokon 2025

    July 28-30 — Radisson Plaza Hotel & Suites Kalamazoo — Tickets from $10 — Celebrate anime, gaming, and fandom with a pirate theme at this vibrant community convention.

    Mon, 7/28/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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