Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of October.
Good morning, Kalamazoo.
A Holland man was sentenced to 35 years in federal prison for convincing a woman to send sexually explicit photos of a child.
Darnell Bishop was sentenced to 15 years in federal prison for kidnapping a Dunham’s Sports manager and stealing 123 guns from the store.
Around 120 Michigan Army National Guard soldiers from the 1463rd Transportation Company are set to deploy to the U.S. southwest border to assist with Customs and Border Protection operations.
Kalamazoo County offers early in-person voting for the general election from Oct.
26 through Nov. 3 at four locations.
Jessica Swartz is challenging Congressman Bill Huizenga for Michigan's 4th Congressional District seat, advocating for a federal budget with higher taxes on the wealthy and leveraging support from Fred Upton for her campaign.
Kalamazoo city officials requested changes to the $300 million arena development plans, a project set to host Western Michigan University sports and concerts.
Kamala Harris and Michelle Obama are set to energize supporters with their first major rally in Kalamazoo as Harris runs for president, amid widespread local and notable political support.
Western Michigan Christian boys soccer team defeated Leland 2-0 in the Division 4 regional finals, avenging an earlier loss and advancing towards a possible third consecutive championship.
Kalamazoo United claimed the SAC-Lakeshore conference championship with a 35-13 win at the high school football game against Parchment High School.
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.
Cloud9 Vibes: Reggae Night at Bell's Eccentric Cafe
Experience an exciting reggae music night at Bell's Eccentric Cafe in Kalamazoo.
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.
Level 1 Venomous Snake Handling Certification Course - Kalamazoo, MI
Learn essential skills for safely handling venomous snakes through comprehensive classroom instruction and hands-on training techniques.
The Great Pumpkin Soiree: A Culinary Fall Fundraiser
Experience a delightful evening of pumpkin-themed culinary creations from local chefs, complete with voting for your favorite dishes, a silent auction, and door prizes.
Michigan Avenue Redesign Townhall Meeting
Building from the feedback gathered in September and October, this meeting will start to shift the focus from broad ideas to plan alternatives to support Michigan Avenue as a Safe Street for All. The presentation and discussion begin at 5:30 on the second floor of KNAC (Kalamazoo Nonprofit Advocacy Coalition) 315 West Michigan Avenue.
Mark Normand's Ya Don’t Say Tour
Experience the comedic brilliance of Mark Normand, hailed as the 'best young up and coming comic' by Jerry Seinfeld, at the historic Kalamazoo State Theatre.
An Evening of Music with Patty Griffin, Hayes Carll, and Lori McKenna
Experience a memorable night of song and storytelling as Patty Griffin, Hayes Carll, and Lori McKenna perform together at the historic Kalamazoo State Theatre.
Toledo Walleye vs. Kalamazoo Wings Hockey Game
Experience an exciting matchup between the Toledo Walleye and the Kalamazoo Wings at the Wings Event Center.
Learn About Solar Energy Savings at Solarize Kalamazoo
Discover how to save money on solar installations through community group-buy discounts and educational resources provided by the Great Lakes Renewable Energy Association.
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