Good morning, Kalamazoo.

Utility crews restored power for more than 2,500 customers in Kalamazoo and Van Buren counties after an outage Tuesday evening (Consumers Energy responded promptly to the disruption).

Governor Whitmer signed a law Tuesday that requires all K–5 teachers to complete 'science of reading' training by the 2031-2032 school year.

The state will select two vendors and has allocated extra funds to support educators in enhancing reading instruction (efforts to boost literacy statewide).

City officials inspected Lilac Hills apartments after resident complaints and found no immediate health or safety hazards during Monday’s visit.

The property manager must fix code violations within 30 days, and a follow-up inspection is scheduled for September.

State health officials reported that over 7,000 cyclosporiasis cases have been confirmed in Michigan with 600 new cases recorded since Tuesday & 102 hospitalizations noted while investigations continue on potential contaminated produce.

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.