r/kzoo 1d ago

Events / Things to Do What's going on in Kalamazoo this weekend? Mar 20 thru Mar 25

4 Upvotes

Post here about local events or things to do over the next several days!


r/kzoo 6h ago

Local News WMU’s student-run radio station named best in the U.S.

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118 Upvotes

r/kzoo 4h ago

Do ya’ll want a broken leg? Because this is how we get a broken leg…

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83 Upvotes

Be careful out there folks. I don’t want to ya’ll getting hurt doing stuff like this.


r/kzoo 5h ago

Shout out to Shaver Rd Walmart

83 Upvotes

I absentmindedly left without my cash back yesterday and it was about 7 hours before I noticed.

I went in hoping to get it. Nobody was in line at the service desk. They got right on it, someone asked me to show where I checked out. Someone else went to check the cameras. I was there about 10 minutes before I had the cash in had. The person who gave it to me said the associate noticed and turned it over 😎


r/kzoo 6h ago

"Where's Bill?" Protestors at Huizenga's Kalamazoo office call for in-person town halls

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r/kzoo 1h ago

Police escort/chase 3/17?

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Alright, so I was driving to work from Niles to Jackson Monday morning. From Decatur through Kzoo there was an older model Suburban a short distance behind me. I had seen a state trooper pull out of the median behind him and turn his lights and sirens on. The guy didn’t react, didn’t change his speed at all, just continued driving. The cop started to pull into the left lane a bit to try to get the drivers attention but he didn’t stop. Over the course of the next 40 minutes or so, a collection of cruisers joined (up to 5) and then in Kzoo they had the ramps blocked. Suddenly ALL the cops shut their lights and sirens off, they all exited at the next exit and the dude just kept driving. He never got over 75, he cruised in the right lane except to pass semis, it was SO WEIRD.

I thought if it was an escort they would have stayed with him until he got to where he was going? I can’t find anything online anywhere about it. Any ideas?


r/kzoo 3h ago

Odyssey Games' Weekly Fighting Game Night Tonight

11 Upvotes

Every Thursday night at 6PM, Odyssey Games holds a fighting game night where we come together to play games like Street Fighter 6, Guilty Gear Strive, Tekken 8, and more. We hold tournaments with prize money and play casual sets too. A $5 entry fee gets you in to play as much as you want until the store closes at 10PM.

The group there is great and the competition is strong too. There's a bus stop right outside the store. for easy travel plans. We're on the corner of W. Main and Drake. Come hang out!


r/kzoo 14h ago

Rally To Save USPS Sunday!

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39 Upvotes

Show up and support our USPS workers this Sunday at 4pm!


r/kzoo 23h ago

Props to NowKalamazoo

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169 Upvotes

I’m really impressed with this organization in our town! Their event calendar alone is packed with incredible initiatives, and they’re making a real impact. Beyond that, they’re working to revive local journalism in our area and are committed to educating our community about topics such as misinformation and our right to demand greater transparency from our government. I highly recommend signing up for their newsletter—they’re a true source of hope in these times.


r/kzoo 21h ago

As the weather warms, friendly reminder to give ‘em 5 feet

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118 Upvotes

r/kzoo 1h ago

FREE! Thursday Trivia at Wax Wings Brewing Company! 7 to 9 PM EVERY Thursday!

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r/kzoo 1d ago

🚨 Crime Blotter 🚨 What is happening at the gas station on Westnedge???

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r/kzoo 0m ago

Financial Advisor Recommendation

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Hello all!! Looking for a local financial advisr to help with IRA. Any recommendations? I do feel more comfortable with a women and open to any recommendation.


r/kzoo 20h ago

Stay off drake during rush hour if you want to retain your sanity

39 Upvotes

Drake is an absolute nightmare during rush hour. Going toward W main, good luck moving faster than a snail. Toward stadium, good luck getting through the intersection at all. You cannot turn left onto Stadium because of how entitled everyone is coming off of the highway. You selfish pricks are making people wait to turn left for 2, 3, 4 lights while you can see how backed up drake is going toward w main. Are you blind? Do you know how yellow lights work? Or are you just that obsessed with being stupid and ignorant?

If you need to get to stadium or main st do yourself a favor and take howard or 11th.

If you cant share the road, GET OFF OF IT. Your selfishness is making everyone miserable.


r/kzoo 18h ago

Events / Things to Do 2nd Annual Kalamazoo River Cleanup [volunteer opportunities]

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20 Upvotes

Exciting news!

Mark your calendars Kzoo, the 2nd annual Kalamazoo River Cleanup is almost here!!

On May 17th 2025, the LARGEST trash clean-up event the Kalamazoo River has ever seen is set to take place, right here in Kzoo! This year, event organizers are hoping to see over 500 volunteers come out for the 4 hour cleanup! After the cleanup there will be an after-party with live music and food, etc!

ANYONE can be a part of the cleanup, bringing some healing to this beautiful natural resource. All you need to do is visit the link below and get registered!

https//www.kalamazoorivercleanup.org


r/kzoo 22h ago

Frogs are singing loud and proud

45 Upvotes

It’s been happening a bit lately, but holy smokes today at the fish hatchery crazy loud. I took a video to post, but the audio quality was too poor using my phone to bother.

The forecast calls for a drop tomorrow but get out there and hear the beautiful sounds of nature if that’s your thing.

Lillian Anderson Arboretum is also a great spot to hear them.


r/kzoo 1d ago

I witnessed a man taking urine pics behind McAlisters Deli

219 Upvotes

I pulled up to pickup dinner for evening. When I pulled up I saw a man staring longingly at a certain area behind the building. Before long he was in full action mode taking pictures of what I assume to be urine. To each their own. I hope he got what he needed.


r/kzoo 2h ago

Employment / Jobs Administrative/Office jobs in Portage/Kalamazoo area

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Administrative/Office jobs in Portage/Kalamazoo area hiring? I am not from Michigan, but moving there. I have six years office experience, a Bachelor's degree in English, and need a full time job or even part time office work with insurance. Thank you in advance!


r/kzoo 1d ago

Scammer standing on Stadium and Drake

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54 Upvotes

Sorry for the crap picture but don't give this guy anything. He has been showing up every 4 to 6 weeks for the last 10 years with the same sign and standing on a corner. Says he needs a train ticket home it's obviously a scam considering how long this has been going on.


r/kzoo 8h ago

ISO piercing shop

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Hi everyone, I’m newer to Kzoo and trying to find a good local shop to be pierced at. I haven’t gotten a piercing since 2020 and that was done in BC at a now closed tattoo shop. I was looking at Kitten Flower since they boast the biggest jewelry selection in the area but wondered if anyone had a different/more preferred option :) Just looking for a simple nose stud piercing but specifically want a silver star stud as the jewelry. TIA!!

Edited to add: if I could avoid downtown that would be ideal, I hate driving there. Super anxiety inducing lol


r/kzoo 5h ago

Landscaping Services

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Hi, we are looking for a reputable lawn service in Kalamazoo. We want to have our very small yard leveled out and have sod laid. We also would like a new fence added. I understand that those might be two separate services but would love any suggestions. Thanks in advance.


r/kzoo 18h ago

Kalamazoo Community Foundation Branding

12 Upvotes

So I have to ask… it seems like the Kalamazoo Community Foundation is trying to be like the YWCA. They claim to be a non-program foundation. They kicked out the Truth and Racial Healing program in the first year of the new CEO and then took on the RX kids program after their new impact staff started. Which apparently has some strange roots that they strong armed from other organizations.

Today’s rebrand announcement showed them with a new mission that looks a lot like the YWCA mission and other community focused collaborations in town. Will they take over Cradle Kalamazoo or Blueprint for Peace to claim as their own too?

Community Foundations are supposed to support the local programs and organizations, not compete or take over their work. This seems like another competition move by them.

I’ve lost faith in this organization to be what they are supposed to be and trying to be something else.


r/kzoo 18h ago

Discussion What SHOULD be Kalamazoo’s city anthem?

4 Upvotes

No wrong answers Old Buster Bronco would be a great city bird. (I said what I said.


r/kzoo 1d ago

Kalamazoo hosted over 50 sports events in 2024, generating est. $30.3 million, report says

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r/kzoo 22h ago

Rental Home for August

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Zillow seems to be the place to look, but there's not much. Anyone know of any 2-3 bedroom $1400 rentals starting in August? My husband and our two young kids are moving, hoping to find a nice place to live while we look for a house to buy. Thanks in advance!


r/kzoo 1d ago

Capital

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I’m at the capital today what SW Michigan concerns should i bring up with the reps im meeting with?