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Kalamazoo
Friday, August 15th, 2025
Good morning, Kalamazoo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 15th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Newell Brands is moving operations from its Kalamazoo design center at 3300 Research Way to its global headquarters in Atlanta after receiving tax abatements and performance grants from the city and state. The move will be completed by mid-2026—many employees will be offered relocation support. MLive
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A hot dog stand in downtown Kalamazoo had its window smashed on Aug 6 when a suspect used a chair, and owner Joey Gamrat said Copper's Dog House will remain closed for four to eight weeks—causing a loss in summer sales while fundraising continues. MLive
- ➤ Kalamazoo officials said a 28-year-old man was charged with homicide, three counts of felony firearm, armed robbery and first-degree home invasion in connection with the fatal 2021 shooting death of Gerryon Kye. MLive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Ice skaters from across the country are competing in the Greater Kalamazoo Skating Association's Last Chance Solo Competition at Wings Event Center Valley Ice Rink from Aug. 14 to 17 to boost their rankings ahead of the national finals in September—local spectators are welcome to attend free today. WWMT
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Branden Mann Live Music Event
6-9 p.m. — Brewery Outré — No cover — Enjoy original tunes and crowd-favorite covers from a lineup of Kalamazoo musicians.
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August Vintage Mart at Factory Cafe
10 AM – 5 PM — Factory Coffee — Free entry — Explore vintage goods and handcrafted treasures from local vendors while enjoying cafe drinks.
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Stevie Wonder Tribute by The Andrew Fisher Quartet
4-5 p.m. — Bronson Park — Free entry — Experience a heartfelt tribute to Stevie Wonder with The Andrew Fisher Quartet in a beautiful outdoor setting.
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Read to Eleanor
3:30 – 5:00 PM — Kalamazoo Public Library - Alma Powell Branch — Free — Spend a cozy afternoon reading to Eleanor, a friendly therapy dog, and take home a book!
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Dokidokon 2025
All day — Radisson Plaza Hotel & Suites Kalamazoo — Tickets start at $10 — Celebrate anime, gaming, and cosplay with a heart at a pirate-themed convention.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
You will never be able to escape from your heart. So it's better to listen to what it has to say.
~ Paulo Coelho
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