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Friday, December 20th, 2024
Good morning, Kalamazoo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Gene Rhodes, known as 'Gene the Pumpkin Man' for his pumpkin farm near Kalamazoo, MI, passed away at 88, marking the end of an era for a beloved local attraction. MLive
- ➤ Operation Santa's Soldiers, involving Michigan Army National Guard members, distributed over 1,000 toys to Bronson Children's Hospital to brighten the holiday season for patient families. WWMT
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A road segment in Kalamazoo is closed due to a crash, with the number of vehicles and possible injuries yet to be confirmed. WWMT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Michigan law enforcement faces challenges with an increase in drivers operating vehicles with a suspended license, leading to calls for stricter penalties. WWMT
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Nearly $88 million in federal funding has been allocated for various projects in Michigan, including significant investments in energy efficiency and weatherization upgrades for Indigenous tribal housing. MLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Kalamazoo County Consolidated Dispatch Authority is employing an AI named Ava to efficiently manage its non-emergency calls, enhancing its service and response times. WWMT
- ➤ Michigan lawmakers discuss preserving the current tipped wage for restaurant servers and bartenders amidst legislative negotiations. WKZO
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Matchacita, a beloved Kalamazoo Farmers Market vendor specializing in matcha and offering gluten-free and vegan options, has successfully opened its first physical location in downtown Kalamazoo. MLive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Jordyn Bonnema, a three-sport all-stater from Kalamazoo Christian, holds the school's all-time scoring record in basketball and has won state championships in both soccer and golf. MLive
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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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Dopapod Live Performance at Bell's General Store
Dopapod will be performing live at Bell's General Store in Kalamazoo, MI, offering an engaging musical experience.
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Dopapod Live Performance
Dopapod will perform live at Bell's Brewery, offering a night of engaging music in Kalamazoo.
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Kalamazoo Wings vs. Indy Fuel: New Year's Eve Hockey Game
Celebrate New Year's Eve with an exciting Kalamazoo Wings hockey game at Wings Event Center, featuring special family ticket packages and football game viewings.
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Michigan's Great Beer State Conference & Trade Show
The conference features seminars on brewery operations and a trade show for craft brewing industry professionals, including a sensory evaluation workshop and a dinner reception.
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The Art of Reading Smoke Seminar
This seminar led by Rob Backer focuses on teaching firefighters effective tactics for understanding fire behavior through smoke analysis, complemented by hands-on case studies and demonstrations.
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