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Sunday, December 21st, 2025
Good morning, Kalamazoo. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 21st of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Community members attended Santa Skate on Saturday, Dec. 20 at Millennium Park from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. where they enjoyed holiday music, photo opportunities, and festive winter decor with Santa adding cheer before Christmas. WWMT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Timothy Light, a respected local academic and philanthropist, died Dec. 14 at 87. He served as provost at K-College and WMU and advanced Chinese studies + arts, leaving a lasting impact on education and community programs. MLive
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Officials announced that Palisades Nuclear Generating Station along Lake Michigan in Covert Township will start up in early 2026 after maintenance + safety inspections ensure long-term reliable operation. MLive
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety received $500,000 state funding on Friday, Dec. 19 for a second set of fire turnout gear. The new gear is expected to lower cancer risk & boost safety for first responders. MLive
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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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Kalamazoo K-Wings New Year’s Eve Hockey Game
6-7:30 p.m. — Wings Event Center — Check event page for pricing — Enjoy exciting hockey action as the K-Wings face off against the Toledo Walleye to celebrate the New Year.
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Kalamazoo Boat Show
2-8 p.m. — Kalamazoo County Expo Center — Admission fees apply — Explore an exciting array of marine displays and products.
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ThriftAbility Grand Opening
3-6 p.m. — ThriftAbility — Free entry — Celebrate the launch of a unique thrift store serving the local community with refreshments and friendly faces.
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Tech Mondays
3-5:30 p.m. — Kalamazoo Public Library - Central Library — Free assistance — Get help with computer-related issues at this community support event.
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Chicago The Musical
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Miller Auditorium — Tickets start at $46.56 — Experience the excitement of the Jazz Age with a thrilling tale of fame, fortune, and sensational performances.
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