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Tuesday, December 9th, 2025
Good morning, Kalamazoo. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 9th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 11th annual Ugly Sweater Event is happening today at Bell’s Brewery from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. and benefits Communities In Schools, which supports students across 23 local schools with winter essentials; tickets cost $30 in advance with a few door options at $35. WKZO
- ➤ Moonlight Madness returns Friday from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. in downtown Kalamazoo for its third annual holiday shopping night; local shops, restaurants, and pop-ups offer deals, giveaways, and winter cocktails + seasonal treats in a community celebration. WWMT
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Michigan’s minimum wage will increase from $12.48 to $13.73 on Jan. 1, 2026 — the final step before it reaches $15 per hour by Jan. 1, 2027. WWMT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Metro will add extra buses on routes 1, 9, and 14 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on weekdays, running from Monday, Dec. 15 through Sunday, Dec. 28 — the service aims to ease travel during busy retail hours. WKZO
- ➤ Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety launched a YouTube series called Rolling Sixes to show daily life at fire station 6 on Oakland Drive. Three episodes have debuted and three more will air early 2026. WWMT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Western Michigan extended head coach Lance Taylor through 2030 after he led the Broncos to a 9-4 record and a MAC Championship win — the deal includes a five-year contract at $1.2 million per season. WKZO
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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!
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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.
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Christmas Cabaret
7-9 p.m. — The Barn Theatre School — Ticket prices vary — Experience a heartwarming celebration of music and holiday cheer with festive favorites and complimentary refreshments.
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Christmas Craft Show
9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Kalamazoo County Expo Center — Free entry — Explore local crafts and holiday spirit in a festive setting.
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A Christmas Carol
2-4 p.m. — The New Vic Theatre — Ticket prices may apply — Experience the timeless tale of Ebenezer Scrooge in this annual holiday production.
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Christmas Cabaret 2025
7-9 p.m. — The Barn Theatre School — Tickets required — Experience the joy of the season with festive music and complimentary refreshments in a holiday celebration.
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A Christmas Carol
8-10 p.m. — New Vic Theatre — Check website for tickets — Experience the magic of Dickens' timeless holiday tale in an enchanting annual production.
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Christmas Cabaret
7 p.m. — The Barn Theatre School — Cost varies — Experience a heartwarming celebration of music and holiday cheer with a talented cast performing festive favorites.
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A Christmas Carol
8-10 p.m. — The New Vic Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the timeless tale of Dickens in a captivating annual production.
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Trivia Night at Sit and Stay Winery
6-8 p.m. — Sit and Stay Winery — $5 drink specials — Test your knowledge with trivia while enjoying delicious wine in a cozy atmosphere.
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