Good morning, Kalamazoo.

Consumers Energy is upgrading 149 miles of old natural gas pipelines this summer to keep the system safe.

More than 600 workers will replace pipes in communities including Kalamazoo (14 miles) to serve 1.8 million homes.

Portage city council approved demolition of a house blocking a planned road project and gave local resident Eric Borsos two weeks to propose moving the home to a new lot, though officials doubt it can be completed before spring road construction begins.

After a 2024 fire, the Peregrine Company remodeled the historic Peninsula Building into 11 income-restricted housing units that opened for occupancy in summer; ongoing work on the first floor will bring a new restaurant+complete the building’s revival.

After a MLive feature highlighted top Division 1 and 2 running backs, readers can vote for the best candidate from a statewide list — including standout Cam Fuller from Kalamazoo — until Aug.

26 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern.

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.