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Tuesday, October 8th, 2024

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Good morning, Kalamazoo. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The family of Lance Ferraro, a former Kalamazoo City Commissioner and photographer, will donate photographs he took of Senator John F. Kennedy's 1960 campaign visit to Kalamazoo.  WWMT

CRIME NEWS

  • Two Michigan men plead guilty to federal drug charges after a fentanyl poisoning in Kalamazoo County resulted in at least six deaths in April 2023.  MLive
  • 19-year-old Demario Jackson was sentenced to 18-50 years for the Mother's Day drive-by shooting in Kalamazoo that resulted in the death of Marcus Pierce and injured two others.  WWMT

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Kalamazoo unveils a revamped economic development strategy focused on equitable wealth distribution and marketing of high-tech jobs, with over thirty-six goals and specific metrics for success.  WKZO

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Kalamazoo Public Schools Board of Education has agreed to a 2.5% salary increase for teachers for the 2024-25 school year, following negotiations and previous year's 6.5% raise.  MLive

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The owners of Soil Friends Hard Cider Co. in Comstock Township, Michigan, continue their legal fight against the township over hosting farm markets and events despite a federal court dismissing their lawsuit.  MLive

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • A 33-year-old woman from Kalamazoo County won $2 million from the Michigan Lottery and chose a lump sum payment to pay off bills and save for her children.  WKZO

SPORTS NEWS

  • The Michigan high school boys soccer state tournament begins, featuring strong teams from Southwest Michigan eager to compete.  MLive

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Home Safety & Security Workshop: Empowering Women through Safety

    Learn essential skills to recognize and mitigate household dangers, including fire risks and theft prevention, in this informative workshop dedicated to empowering women.

    Wed, 10/9/24

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  • Live Music with Gemini Moon

    Experience an engaging night of music with Gemini Moon, featuring fresh interpretations of classic and modern covers in a welcoming atmosphere.

    Thu, 10/10/24

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  • Akron Zips vs Western Michigan Broncos

    Experience an exciting college football match as Western Michigan hosts Akron, looking to secure a victory and maintain Akron's winless run on the road.

    Sat, 10/12/24

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  • Caleb & John Live Concert

    Experience a live performance by Caleb & John at the Radisson Plaza Hotel in Kalamazoo.

    Fri, 10/18/24

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  • Will Wood Concert with the Tapeworms

    Experience an electrifying live performance by Will Wood and the Tapeworms at Bell's Brewery in Kalamazoo.

    Sat, 10/19/24

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  • National Portfolio Day Association at Western Michigan University

    Experience a unique opportunity for undergraduate art and design students to showcase their portfolios and receive valuable feedback from professionals in the field.

    Sun, 10/20/24

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  • Birds of a Feather AA Meeting Information Session

    Discover valuable information about Alcoholics Anonymous meetings in Kalamazoo, including locations and resources for alcohol addiction support.

    Mon, 10/21/24

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  • Book Signing with Christian Author Janice Rigel

    Meet and greet Christian author Janice Rigel and receive a signed copy of her latest devotional book, Just Be.

    Tue, 10/22/24

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  • An Evening with Andy Grammer at Kalamazoo State Theatre

    Celebrate an inspiring night with multi-platinum artist Andy Grammer as he performs new music and beloved hits in an intimate solo acoustic set.

    Fri, 10/25/24

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  • Kalamazoo Official Halloween Bar Crawl 2024

    Experience a festive Halloween night filled with thrills and camaraderie as you explore various pubs in Kalamazoo on this official bar crawl.

    Sat, 10/26/24

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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