Daily
Kalamazoo
Thursday, July 24th, 2025
Good morning, Kalamazoo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Kik Pool in Kalamazoo will remain open through Friday, August 15 after officials extended the season to make up for a June delay caused by a lifeguard trainer withdrawal. The pool offers daily lap swim and open swim sessions—closed on July 25 and August 7 for summer camps—with an extra Aqua Fitness class on August 12. WKZO
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Patrick Martin, who is headed to prison for supplying a fatal drug to a friend, arrived on July 16 at prison - he said one minute can change your life. MLive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The WK Kellogg Bird Sanctuary has offered nearly 100 years of peaceful nature walks on its three-mile trail and care for injured birds (hawks, eagles, owls, pheasants, and quail) in Hickory Corners. Nearby, the WK Kellogg House sits atop Gull Lake and welcomes visitors to tour its historic rooms and learn about Kellogg’s legacy, including his military loan and marketing talents. WWMT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights is investigating eight WMU scholarships after a complaint alleged they discriminate based on race, color, national origin and sex—officials said the review aims to give all students a fair chance to receive aid. MLive
- ➤ On Dec. 9, 2023, Kalamazoo College laid off 11 staff members for financial reasons, affecting both hourly and salaried, part-time and full-time workers. College officials said the move was part of efforts to ensure long-term stability — amid shifting student demographics and inflation challenges. MLive
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Cooling centers are open in West Michigan today—Ministry with Community at 500 North Edwards Street in Kalamazoo and Kalamazoo Gospel Mission at 448 North Burdick Street, which opens when temperatures hit 95 and provides lunch, offer cold drinks, snacks and Wi‑Fi to help residents beat the heat; additional centers in Portage, Allegan and Grand Rapids also serve as safe spaces under the Heat Advisory. WWMT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Health experts warned that nicotine poisoning cases among young children have sharply increased in West Michigan since 2020—data from MiPDC show over 100 cases statewide and 18 in Kalamazoo with nine hospitalizations, including three severe enough for critical care. Experts say parents should call the Poison Control hotline if toddlers show signs like vomiting or lethargy at home. WWMT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On July 23rd, Western Michigan University hosted its fourth annual Court of Dreams event at Read Fieldhouse where Broncos players and more than 40 teens and adults with disabilities took part in basketball drills—helping them build skills and make new friends. Co-founder Bryce Weiler, who grew up blind, stressed that sports can boost confidence and open doors. MLive
-
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.
-
Concerts in the Park
4-5 p.m. — Bronson Park — Free entry — Enjoy live summer music brought by the Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo.
-
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.
-
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.
-
Dokidokon 2025
Aug 10-12 — Radisson Plaza Hotel & Suites Kalamazoo — Tickets from $10 — Dive into an anime and gaming convention with panels, concerts, and cosplay fun.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The fool wonders, the wise man asks.
~ Benjamin Disraeli
About Daily Kalamazoo
Welcome to the Daily Kalamazoo, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Kalamazoo, Michigan community. If you like the Daily Kalamazoo, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Kalamazoo.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Kalamazoo and across Michigan. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Kalamazoo
A free Kalamazoo community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailykalamazoo.com/sitemap