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Wednesday, July 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Kalamazoo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 51-year-old Kalamazoo woman died after her SUV crossed the centerline and collided head-on with an RV on North Riverview Drive in Cooper Township on July 20 (alcohol is believed to be a factor), and the RV's driver and passenger sustained minor injuries. WWMT
- ➤ A 4-year-old boy almost drowned Saturday on East 88th Street when he was found face down in water and state trooper Casey Deater used CPR until the child began coughing and spitting water — he was taken to the hospital and is expected to recover fully. WWMT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Kalamazoo Public Safety Chief Dave Boysen said police arrested 10 teen suspects and seized 10 firearms after four shootings on July 4 that left one man dead and seven injured—authorities first attempted mediation before using enforcement. WKZO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Candidates for the Kalamazoo City Commission must file by 4 p.m. today by submitting affidavits and 50 valid signatures—officials will finalize the list of contenders later today while the election is set for November 4. WKZO
- ➤ Yesterday, state and local leaders toured a $19M U.S. 131 expansion project that will reduce traffic in Kalamazoo neighborhoods and improve access to downtown. Crews began work on Feb. 17 and are building a 334-foot bridge with one ramp finished+ the project is set to complete on Nov. 7. MLive
- ➤ State Representative Julie Rogers from Kalamazoo announced yesterday that she is running for the 19th District state Senate seat as incumbent Sean McCann runs for Congress+ she served as ranking member on House Appropriation Subcommittees for Medicaid, Behavioral Health and Veteran and Military Affairs and chaired the Health Policy Committee last term. WKZO
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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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Concerts in the Park
4-5 p.m. — Bronson Park — Free entry — Enjoy live summer music brought by the Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo.
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Festival Fridays: A Taste of Kalamazoo
6-10 p.m. — Arcadia Creek Festival Place — Free entry — Celebrate local food, music, and community at this vibrant summer festival series.
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Dokidokon 2025
All day — Radisson Plaza Hotel & Suites Kalamazoo — Tickets from $10 — Celebrate anime and gaming culture with panels, special guests, and a pirate theme.
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