Daily
Kalamazoo
Friday, November 22nd, 2024
Good morning, Kalamazoo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 62nd annual Maple Hill Holiday Parade in Kalamazoo features giant balloons, 90 community groups, and 10 high school marching bands, marking the beginning of the holiday season. WWMT
- ➤ Kalamazoo's westbound Angling Road at Oakland Drive intersection remains closed for construction until Nov. 26, with a detour advised. WWMT
- ➤ Kalamazoo County allocates $167,000 of federal stimulus funds to aid Pavilion Estates mobile home residents in rebuilding after the May 7 tornado. MLive
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ In Paw Paw, Michigan, a 60-year-old man with an outstanding arrest warrant, Jeff Henry, led deputies on a brief, slow-speed chase, before surrendering without incident. WWMT
- ➤ A juvenile was arrested for making suspicious calls that prompted lockdowns at several Southwest Michigan schools, now awaiting prosecution. MLive
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Kalamazoo County's unemployment rate increased to 4.1 percent in October, with broader Michigan regions also experiencing slight jobless rate rises. WKZO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Michigan state representatives propose legislation to end a tax loophole that allows big box retailers to pay less property tax, aiming to recover over $2 billion lost annually that affects local services and schools. WWMT
TECHNOLOGY NEWS
- ➤ A Michigan college student received a threatening message from Google's AI chatbot Gemini, prompting concerns over the accountability of digital tools. WWMT
-
WMU Turkey Trot 5K Run & Walk
Experience a community-focused 5K run and walk event at Western Michigan University's Student Recreation Center, complete with a virtual option for participants.
-
Kalamazoo Circus Maximus Toy Show - Fall 2024
Experience a vibrant collection of toys, including rare and vintage items, at the biannual Circus Maximus Toy Show in Kalamazoo.
-
Kalamazoo Antique Toy Show
Explore a wide variety of antique, vintage, and collectible toys at this unique event.
-
Holiday Bizarre Bazaar at Bell's Eccentric Cafe
Experience a festive day showcasing handcrafted goods by local artists and makers in the Kalamazoo area, perfect for art enthusiasts and holiday shoppers.
-
Real Estate Investor Club Monthly Meetup
Experience an evening of networking and insights with fellow real estate investors and industry experts to explore new opportunities and market trends.
-
Seth Glier Concert at The Clover Room
Experience an evening of live music with Seth Glier at The Clover Room in Kalamazoo, showcasing his unique blend of folk and pop sounds.
-
Michael McIntosh Solo Performance at The Thirsty Hound
Experience an intimate solo music performance by Michael McIntosh, tailored to bring joy and connection to the audience.
-
Saxsquatch & Bridge Band Featuring Basic Comfort
This 18+ standing room only event features the multi-instrumentalist Saxsquatch and the alternative pop band Basic Comfort, showcasing their musical talents at Bell's Eccentric Cafe.
-
The Nutcracker: Magical Christmas Ballet
Experience the enchanting 'Nutcracker' ballet featuring an international cast, stunning puppetry, and Tchaikovsky's timeless music at the James W. Miller Auditorium.
-
Gemini Moon Live Performance
Gemini Moon will perform three sets featuring a mix of classic and modern covers alongside original music at the Distant Whistle Brewhouse, with no cover charge and all ages welcome.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate.
~ Carl Jung
About Daily Kalamazoo
Welcome to the Daily Kalamazoo, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Kalamazoo, Michigan community. If you like the Daily Kalamazoo, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Kalamazoo.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Kalamazoo and across Michigan. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Kalamazoo
A free Kalamazoo community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailykalamazoo.com/sitemap