Good morning, Kalamazoo.

Alley Cat, Kalamazoo’s new downtown bar at 266 E.

Michigan Ave, opened on Nov. 22 in a space vacant since 2019 when it housed Ouzo’s European Grill. The Bests will run extended hours today from 3 p.m. to midnight—offering drink specials as they gear up for their busiest night on Thanksgiving Eve before closing for the holiday.

A 44-year-old man from an adult foster care home was found safe—police reported Eddie Woods was last seen Friday at 2:45 p.m. before he went missing.

Drivers along the Lake Michigan shoreline and I-94 corridor face heavy snow and strong winds as Michigan's first winter storm is expected to hit this afternoon while over 2 million travelers head out for Thanksgiving.

MDOT crews are on call—ready to blade roads and apply salt when conditions allow.

Consumers Energy is preparing for a storm with strong winds, accumulating snow, and possible power outages that may affect holiday travel.

More than 8,000 workers are ready to restore power and the utility urges residents to charge devices, unplug electronics, and follow generator safety tips.

KAR Turkey Trot Time Prediction Run

2-3 p.m. — Portage, MI — Family-friendly event — Celebrate Thanksgiving with a fun time-prediction run for all ages.

A Very Kalamazoo Christmas

7:30 p.m. — Farmers Alley Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a satirical holiday comedy that blends local humor with festive cheer.

Jerico Faire

11 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Jerico — Free entry — Celebrate local artistry with handmade goods and unique creations from Michigan's makers.

A Very Kalamazoo Christmas

2:00 – 3:30 PM — Farmers Alley Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a satirical holiday rom-com that brings local humor and charm to the stage.

A Christmas Carol

8-10 p.m. — The New Vic Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience Dickens’ warm tale of redemption and the spirit of Christmas this holiday season.

A Very Kalamazoo Christmas

Dec 5, 7:30 p.m. — Farmers Alley Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a festive comedic take on holiday rom-coms with local charm and humor.

A Carpenters' Christmas Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Miller Auditorium — $46.56 — Celebrate the season with a tribute concert featuring the beloved Christmas songs of the Carpenters.

A Very Kalamazoo Christmas

2-8 p.m. — Farmers Alley Theatre — Ticket prices vary — A holiday rom-com parody that delivers laughs and local humor just in time for the festive season.

Kalamazoo Wings vs. Bloomington Bison

5-8:30 p.m. — Wings Event Center — $9 tickets — Enjoy the first 269 Night with $2 beers and win a free ticket if the K-Wings win!

Libby York Jazz Show

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Crawlspace Comedy Theatre — $20 Adult / $10 Student — Enjoy an enchanting evening with acclaimed jazz vocalist Libby York and her talented ensemble.