Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 23rd of September.
Good morning, Kalamazoo.
🎭 Culture
A new mural called 'Grow Edison' was painted by local artist Patrick Hershberger in the Edison neighborhood by Artesania La Guarecita De Michoacan this past weekend.
The artwork shows a man picking fruit, a girl holding a flower, and a boy tending a box garden—highlighting the neighborhood's growing community gardening efforts.
🎓 Education
A WMU student group led by Feeding Broncos president Aden DeWees presented a petition with 700 signatures asking the city for $25,000 to support free dinner meals for food insecure college students at Kanley Chapel.
The group says free nutritious dinners offered on Mondays and Thursdays from 2025 through 2027 + will ease financial pressures and help students focus on their studies.
🏛️ Government
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel won a temporary restraining order on Monday that stops the USDA from demanding mass personal data on SNAP recipients—21 states argued this move breaks privacy laws and oversteps federal power.
Local food banks are already under strain and many fear that federal funding cuts could worsen the need for assistance.
🎉 Kalamazoo Events
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QPR Crisis Response Training
2-4 p.m. — YMCA of Greater Kalamazoo — Free entry — Learn essential skills to help prevent suicide and assist those in crisis.
Kalamazoo Oktoberfest 2025
4-10 p.m. — Harvey's on the Mall — Ticket required — Celebrate Oktoberfest with drinks, food, live music and an exciting bar crawl experience.
Goh Kurosawa Performance
2:30-4:30 p.m. — Bronson Park — Free entry — Enjoy a captivating concert featuring original songs and global melodies from musician Goh Kurosawa.
Swan Lake Performance
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Miller Auditorium — Varied pricing — Experience the timeless and majestic beauty of ballet in this breathtaking production of Swan Lake.
Dokidokon 2025
Daytime — Radisson Plaza Hotel at Kalamazoo Center — Tickets from $10 to $180 — Dive into a world of anime and gaming at Kalamazoo's beloved convention.
Dokidokon 2025
All day — Radisson Plaza Hotel at Kalamazoo Center — Tickets from $10 to $180 — Dive into a weekend of anime and gaming fun with panels, workshops, and cosplay gatherings.
US National Under 18 vs. Western Michigan Broncos Mens Hockey (Exhibition)
6:00 PM — Lawson Ice Arena — Ticket prices vary — Watch the future stars of hockey compete in an exciting exhibition match.
Ferris State Bulldogs at Western Michigan Broncos Men's Hockey
3:30 AM – 11:00 PM — Lawson/Gable, Kalamazoo, MI — Competitive prices — Catch a thrilling hockey match between the Bulldogs and Broncos.
Homegrown Bass Featuring Lowke and Tarrow
9 PM – 12 AM — Papa Pete's — $10 presale, $15 day of show — Experience a night of electrifying music with local talents at Papa Pete's.
Live Music: Bourbon Brothers at Brewery Outré
6-9 p.m. — Brewery Outré — Free entry — Enjoy acoustic bluegrass tunes with cold brews in a lively atmosphere.
🏠 Kalamazoo Real Estate
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