Daily
Kalamazoo
Wednesday, August 21st, 2024
Good morning, Kalamazoo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Kalamazoo Gospel Ministry strives to provide normalcy for children in homeless shelters, as 68% of these families have children under 18. WWMT
- ➤ One Well Brewing in Kalamazoo is marking its 10th anniversary by hosting a block party featuring live music, a carnival, food, and a taco-eating contest on September 14. WWMT
- ➤ Kalamazoo Mayor urges male citizens to become better role models and mentors in response to a shooting that critically injured a 13-year-old. WKZO
- ➤ Kalamazoo allocates $1.2 million in COVID-19 relief funds to develop emergency shelter for homeless families, responding to a rising community need. MLive
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A fire on South Westnedge Avenue leads to extensive damage and road closure as Kalamazoo firefighters tackle the blaze. MLive
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 13-year-old was shot in Kalamazoo during an incident involving unsafe gun handling by juveniles, according to local police. MLive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Kalamazoo County school districts plan to incorporate AI into education, focusing on teaching students to use it responsibly and enhancing lesson plans. WWMT
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ West Michigan groups are intensively managing and removing red swamp crayfish to mitigate their harmful environmental impacts. WWMT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Kalamazoo has revised its snow-clearing ordinance to have contractors clear sidewalks, with the costs billed to property owners, effective from the first snowfall. MLive
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Live Performance by Shelby Lentz at Jac's Cekola's Pizza
Experience the powerful vocals of Shelby Lentz, a talented singer known for her captivating performances, at Jac's Cekola's Pizza.
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DeNooyer Ford's Inaugural Drive It Forward Golf Outing
Experience a day of golf, community spirit, and support for local services at DeNooyer Ford's inaugural golf outing benefiting South County Community Services.
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Western Michigan Broncos vs. Bethune-Cookman Wildcats Matchup
Experience an exciting collegiate football matchup between the Western Michigan Broncos and the Bethune-Cookman Wildcats at Waldo Stadium.
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Lettuce Live at Bell's Eccentric Cafe
Experience the vibrant sounds of Lettuce live at Bell's Eccentric Cafe in Kalamazoo.
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Kalamazoo Night Market
Experience a vibrant community gathering filled with live music, local artisans, delicious food trucks, and fresh produce at the Kalamazoo Night Market.
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Leonid & Friends: A Tribute to Chicago
Experience a thrilling musical journey as the acclaimed 11-piece band Leonid & Friends pays tribute to the legendary American supergroup Chicago and more at the Kalamazoo State Theatre.
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