Good morning, Kalamazoo.

On Aug. 13, the city cleared a North Edwards Street encampment that was blocking the public right-of-way.

Nonprofit volunteers helped residents pack belongings and distribute tents — support following a 72 hour eviction notice that affected longtime resident Walter Anderson II and others.

On Aug. 13, Kalamazoo’s Zoning Board of Appeals approved a variance allowing IMR Realty to add a drive-thru window for a laundromat at 4423 West KL Ave (supporting a three-car line without disrupting traffic); the project awaits a site plan review for traffic and safety.