Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 22nd of August.
Good morning, Kalamazoo.
🎓 Education
Kalamazoo Public Schools are getting ready for the new school year with pre-kickoff events at El Consiglio this weekend and ice cream socials at local elementary schools starting Tuesday, ahead of school opening Monday, Aug.
31. The district hired 60 new teachers and improved buildings all summer.
🌲 Environment
Michigan DNR officials ask residents to inspect trees for signs of the invasive Asian longhorned beetle - they should watch for round exit holes the size of a pencil and report any findings while avoiding moving firewood to slow spread.
🏈 Sports
Varsity football teams from Gull Lake & Parchment held their first co-op practice this week after school boards & the Michigan High School Athletic Association approved the plan.
Gull Lake canceled its season after an investigation barred players & coaches under investigation from joining the team.
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