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Thursday, October 17th, 2024
Good morning, Kalamazoo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ East Cork Street in Kalamazoo is closed until Oct. 21, 2024, for infrastructure repairs following a water main break, with a suggested detour for motorists. WWMT
- ➤ The Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety has introduced a Gun Amnesty Program with secure, anonymous drop-off points at local churches to collect unwanted firearms, aiming to lessen gun violence. WWMT
- ➤ Westbound Paterson Street in Kalamazoo will be closed from Oct. 21 to Oct. 28, 2024, for emergency storm sewer rehabilitation, with a detour in place for motorists. WWMT
- ➤ Kalamazoo marks Imagine a Day Without Water Day by celebrating the replacement of 5,000 lead service lines, aiming to replace 1,300 more in the Edison Neighborhood next year. WKZO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tom Perez, Senior Advisor to President Joe Biden, is set to visit Kalamazoo to inspect infrastructure projects funded by the Investing in America Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. WWMT
- ➤ Voters in Kalamazoo will elect a majority of new members to the Public Library Board of Trustees, filling five of seven seats. MLive
- ➤ Kalamazoo County employees protested outside the county building as commissioners approved an 80% pay raise for themselves in a 5-4 vote. MLive
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Caleb & John Live Concert
Experience a live performance by Caleb & John at the Radisson Plaza Hotel in Kalamazoo.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Kalamazoo Wings Host Spooky 'Orange Ice' Game Against Cincinnati Cyclones
Experience a festive family-friendly hockey game featuring a Halloween costume contest and post-game skates at Kalamazoo's Wings Event Center.
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Cloud9 Vibes: Reggae Night at Bell's Eccentric Cafe
Experience an exciting reggae music night at Bell's Eccentric Cafe in Kalamazoo.
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STATE ON THE STREET: Battle of the Bands Finale
Experience an evening of live music and community vibes at the Battle of the Bands Finale outside the historic Kalamazoo State Theatre.
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