Thursday, September 26th, 2024
Good morning, Kalamazoo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Kalamazoo introduces new parking kiosks in downtown area to enhance parking availability and turnover, eliciting mixed responses from the community. WWMT
- ➤ The U.S. Postal Service halted mail delivery to Interfaith Homes in Kalamazoo after a carrier was shot with a BB gun, forcing residents to collect mail from a post office 4 miles away. WKZO
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ William Sylvester Richardson, charged with three counts of assault with intent to murder after a stabbing spree in Kalamazoo, will undergo a mental competency evaluation. MLive
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Kalamazoo Forward Ventures, a new $50-million capital venture fund, aims to boost Kalamazoo's underrepresented entrepreneurs by investing in local businesses, startups, and property development. WKZO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Kalamazoo Public Schools to reveal annual performance data including attendance, graduation rates, and test scores in a key meeting according to Superintendent Dr. Darrin Slade. WKZO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A $25-million federal grant will fund improvements to a hazardous intersection in Cooper Township, Kalamazoo County, known for numerous crashes. WKZO
- ➤ Oshtemo Township trustee Zak Ford apologizes for his conduct after being ejected from a meeting for a heated exchange over a proposed mixed-use development. WWMT
- ➤ A lawsuit by the U.S. Department of Justice alleges that RealPage's AI rental price suggestion algorithm is involved in a price fixing conspiracy that is artificially inflating rental costs for millions of Americans. MLive
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Hot Glass on Tap Fundraiser Event
Experience a festive evening of glass art, delicious food, and crafted beverages at the Hot Glass on Tap fundraiser for Glass Art Kalamazoo.
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Kalamazoo Farmers Market
Experience a vibrant local market featuring fresh produce, artisan goods, and a sense of community in Kalamazoo.
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Elegant High Tea Experience
Experience an afternoon of delightful flavors with a three-course high tea featuring a variety of teas, sandwiches, scones, and desserts.
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2024 Discover Kalamazoo Sports Golf Outing
Experience a community-focused golf outing designed to support sports event tourism in the Kalamazoo region.
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2024 Reliability, Process, & Maintenance Symposium
Learn about enhancing the reliability of rotating equipment through expert-led sessions at the annual RPM Symposium in Kalamazoo.
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Gallery Gathering: Explore Duncanson's and Kearns' Artistry
Experience a unique monthly program that invites adult participants to engage in close observation of the ongoing exhibitions featuring Robert Seldon Duncanson’s 'Heart of the Andes' and Jerry Kearns’ 'Right of Way, 1875-1922' at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts.
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Alex Anest Organ Trio Performance
Experience a night of live music with the renowned organ trio at Kalamazoo's favorite cocktail bar and lounge.
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Kalamazoo Farmers Market: A Community Gathering
Experience the local flavors and support small businesses at the Kalamazoo Farmers Market, featuring fresh produce and handmade goods.
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Open House Tour at 2223 Rambling Road
Experience a charming home in the Winchell neighborhood featuring spacious living areas, vintage kitchen charm, and serene outdoor spaces.
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Gemini Moon Live Performance
Experience two dynamic sets by Gemini Moon, featuring unique takes on classic and modern covers along with original guitar-driven music, in a welcoming all-ages environment.
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