Tuesday, December 3rd, 2024
Good morning, Kalamazoo. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Kalamazoo 'Streets for All' Open House, aimed at redesigning Michigan Avenue to be more inclusive and vibrant, is rescheduled to January 16 to incorporate community feedback. WKZO
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ I-94 was closed in both directions due to multiple vehicle crashes amid heavy snow and low visibility near Hartford, as reported by Michigan State Police and MDOT. MLive
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Shawn Darnell Robinson Hopkins has been convicted of first-degree criminal sexual conduct 19 years after committing the act in 2005, finally being identified through DNA testing. WWMT
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Financial advisors highlight the importance of strategic saving and planning at every life stage for a comfortable retirement, noting the variability based on individual expenditure needs. WWMT
- ➤ An assistant professor from Western Michigan University suggests that Cyber Monday and Black Friday are losing their distinctiveness as best deal days, with Gen Z's comfort with online shopping potentially revitalizing Cyber Monday. WWMT
- ➤ Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel advises consumers on safe online shopping practices for Cyber Monday, emphasizing the importance of protecting personal information and recognizing deceptive online tactics. WWMT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Kalamazoo Public Schools will start construction on a new district kitchen to improve meal services, funded by a 2018 voter-approved bond, with completion expected in 2026. WKZO
LIFESTYLE NEWS
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ WMU's freshman goaltender Hampton Slukynsky, leading the nation in save percentage for the 2024-25 season, was named to the USA's world juniors prelim roster. MLive
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Let It Snow: A Soulful Holiday Celebration
This event is a pop-up Christmas bar featuring soul music, holiday cocktails, and festive decor, hosted every Saturday at Dabney & Co. in Kalamazoo.
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Kalamazoo Wings vs. Indy Fuel Hockey Game
The Kalamazoo Wings will take on the Indy Fuel in a competitive hockey match at the Wings Event Center.
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Trivia Night Fundraiser for Mattawan Little League
A trivia night at The Backyard of Kalamazoo to raise funds for the Mattawan Little League with dinner options and a matching donation offer from Modern Woodmen Fraternal Financial.
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Candlelight Concert: A Tribute to Coldplay
Experience the magic of Coldplay's music performed by the Listeso String Quartet in a candlelit setting at the First Baptist Church in Kalamazoo.
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Kalamazoo Wings vs. Cincinnati Cyclones - Wings Wonderland Weekend
The Kalamazoo Wings host the Cincinnati Cyclones for a themed game featuring $3 food and drinks in a family-friendly atmosphere.
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Elsa & Anna Winter Wonderland Brunch
The Backyard of Kalamazoo will host a Frozen themed brunch featuring characters Elsa and Anna, with limited reservations available for an enjoyable family experience.
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