Good morning, Kalamazoo.

Kalamazoo police say 34-year-old Leetrail Lamont Bible was fatally shot around 3 a.m. on Saturday, July 5 on West Paterson Street while officers monitored a large crowd — two other men sustained non-life-threatening gunshot wounds.

Morgan Scott Parish, a 58-year-old from Van Buren County, faces 18 felony charges for throwing pipe bombs at police during an armed standoff on July 4 in Kendall as he ignited an explosive in his RV and is held on a $5 million bond—charges include terrorism, assault with intent to murder, and other serious offenses—while officers safely ended the standoff with no injuries.

Gas prices in Michigan are 11¢ cheaper this week as Triple-A Michigan reports the state average is now $3.15; in Kalamazoo County, gas costs $3.08 while metro Detroit is at $3.20 and Marquette has the lowest price at $3.00.

Most Kalamazoo Public Schools students are on summer break, but summer school starts today for 300 students who need extra help in core subjects.

Classes will run through the end of July and provide free transportation, breakfast + lunch.

WMU is redesigning the main campus entry at 1903 W.

Michigan Ave as a pedestrian space and will install a new archway on West Michigan Ave in August to welcome students for fall. Parking lots were removed in early July and the project will add new wide walkways, seating areas and green space.

The City of Kalamazoo revealed a finalized design for a revamped Arcadia Creek Festival Place during a Monday city commission meeting and will begin construction next spring once bids are accepted and updated estimates are shared in September—developers plan flexible event spaces, a community park area along the creek, and collapsible fencing for special events. City staff also discussed a housing plan for Stockbridge Avenue that could add 170 new units to the Edison Neighborhood.

Today, rolling lane closures begin on South Westnedge Avenue in Portage for a fiber installation project that will affect the southbound curb lane from Milham Avenue to J L Hudson Drive near The Crossroads mall – drivers should use alternate routes to avoid delays.

The work will be completed on July 10, weather and materials permitting.

MDOT announced updates on a major US-131 construction project in Kalamazoo — the on-ramp from Stadium Drive to northbound US-131 will reopen Wednesday, July 9 and single-lane closures will affect both directions between West Main Street and Stadium Drive from today until Friday, July 11. Northbound drivers will use the completed bridge over KL Avenue while southbound vehicles will use a temporary bridge until a new one opens in late October.

Former MLB All-Star Brandon Inge signed a one-day head coaching contract with the Kalamazoo Growlers for the game on July 10 at Homer Stryker Field and will set the lineup, coach first base, and prepare the team.

The event will feature a special 313 promotion—$3 hot dogs, $1 popcorn, and $3 beers—as well as an online memorabilia auction to support the Jr. Growlers Baseball Academy while Inge meets fans after the game.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Parade of Homes Kalamazoo

6-7 p.m. — Home Builders Association — Ticket prices vary — Explore stunning homes and find inspiration for your next project.

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.