Sunday, July 6th, 2025
Good morning, Kalamazoo. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 6th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The SPCA of Southwest Michigan has a ten to twelve week-old puppy named Macchiato seeking her forever home—she is one of four puppies born recently. SPCA executive director Katie Timber said Macchiato is trainable and affectionate—though she will need help with potty training. WWMT
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 3-year-old was pulled from Gull Lake in Richland on July 4 after bystanders discovered the unresponsive child, and first responders performed CPR before transporting the child to a nearby hospital—police said. MLive
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Many people are heading to beaches and pools this holiday weekend to escape the heat as temperatures hit the 90s. News Channel 3 noted that local spots like the Kik Pool offer clean water and lifeguard safety — residents also seek shaded outdoor and indoor areas to cool down. WWMT
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Parade of Homes Kalamazoo
6-7 p.m. — Home Builders Association — Ticket prices vary — Explore stunning homes and find inspiration for your next project.
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Whack For Warmth Golf Outing Fundraiser
7 AM-4 PM — Cedar Creek Golf Course — All proceeds benefit heating assistance programs — Play for a cause at this engaging community golf outing.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
There's no such thing as bad weather, only inappropriate clothing.
~ Sir Ranulph Fiennes
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