Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 5th of July.
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🏘️ Community
Consumers Energy crews restored power for over 66,000 customers after Friday’s storm, deploying 400 crews including 100 added on Saturday morning.
The company is working across areas including Kalamazoo and plans to complete most restorations before the holiday weekend.
🎭 Culture
Archived Gazette editions from July 4 in 1876, 1926, and 1976 reveal how the town marked Independence Day with ads and festival notes.
The paper offers print (at $3 weekdays and $5 Sundays) and online editions, and July 4 events at the Growlers game and Air Zoo celebrated heritage.
Kalamazoo will join a national event when a public reading of the Declaration takes place on Wednesday, July 8 at 6 p.m. in Bronson Park (200 S.
Rose St.). Local organizers have arranged translations in 17 languages and the ringing of St. Luke’s Episcopal bells to honor America250.
🎉 Kalamazoo Events
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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.
Here Come The Mummies Concert
8:00 PM — Bell's Eccentric Cafe — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a lively performance with the quirky band Here Come The Mummies.
Here Come The Mummies
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Bell's General Store — Check venue for ticket pricing — Enjoy a lively performance from the unique and entertaining act, Here Come The Mummies.
Moonlight Festival with Matt Giraud
— Time Range — Old Dog Tavern — Cost Info — Experience a musical journey with Matt Giraud and Wavy Awakening at this lively festival.
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