Good morning, Kalamazoo.

Air quality remains dangerous as thick wildfire smoke drifts from 900 active fires in Canada into the region.

State officials extended alerts until 12 p.m. today for most of West Michigan and midnight for a few counties (advising those with breathing issues to stay indoors) as thunderstorms approach.

Local officials and community leaders urged regulators to approve Consumers Energy’s proposed sale of 13 hydroelectric dams, warning that decommissioning them could hurt recreation and waterfront property values around reservoirs (including one on the Kalamazoo River).

The Michigan Public Service Commission will decide in September.

Health officials say that shredded iceberg lettuce served at Taco Bell triggered a cyclosporiasis outbreak affecting Michigan + four other states; Taco Bell is now removing the lettuce while the FDA investigates for any further distribution.

Greater Bay (11-and-under) lost 5-3 to Birmingham in the state tournament opener after a five-run first inning while the team blanked its opponents in later innings; they will play Battle Creek at 3 p.m. today and Grosse Pointe Woods-Shores at 3 p.m. tomorrow.

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.

Dead Letter Fest 2026

4-11:45 p.m. — Old Dog Tavern — Expected capacity 500 — Celebrate alternative music and DIY culture at a vibrant festival connecting artists and audiences.