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Hi Kalamazoo, we made it to Thursday!
In today’s fun-for-grown-ups edition: Dual-brand restaurant returns, Food Marketing Conference connects industry leaders, and Vortex Drag Bingo with prizes + plenty of reasons to put on real pants this week.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Kalamazoo protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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📰 In the news
Where food business connects: Western Michigan University’s Food Marketing Conference will bring industry leaders to the Radisson in Kalamazoo March 24-25. Expect 1,000-plus attendees and sessions on merchandising, marketing, and consumer insights — get all the details.
Dual-brand restaurant plans revealed: Happy’s is set to return to Kalamazoo this spring, pairing with Savvy Sliders at a spot near Cork Street and South Westnedge, bringing Detroit pizza and sliders under one roof — get all the details.
Another year of safer roads: City officials said Kalamazoo traffic crashes kept falling in 2025, citing final state data and the Safe Streets for All plan as preventing about 1,715 crashes over three years — see what’s driving the decline.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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💎 Local business spotlight
Make it a show night: Kalamazoo Civic Theatre keeps neighbors center stage with polished productions, open auditions, and classes that coax even the shy into the spotlight. A new run begins soon, highlighting local talent and the community spirit that fills this historic venue with applause.
Downtown dog upgrade: Craving a quick win? Copper’s Dog House serves classic and inventive hot dogs on the Kalamazoo Mall, with soft-serve and crispy tots alongside. It’s fast, kid-and-coworker approved, and ideal when you want something fun without overthinking dinner.
Cozy browse, big finds: Feeling bookish? Kazoo Books pairs serendipitous shelf-wandering with a deep selection of new and gently used reads, plus a staff happy to hunt down that elusive title you swear exists. Top off your nightstand stack without leaving Kalamazoo, and leave with a discovery you didn’t expect.
\*These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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🫶 We got your back
Your data is for sale right now: There are over 400 websites selling your info to marketers, political campaigns, and scammers. They’ve got your phone number, home address, relatives’ names… you name it. That’s how robocallers seem to know everything about you before you pick up. You can remove your info one site at a time, or pay a service to do it for you. Here’s what we recommend →
Why your last diet didn’t work: Sustained weight loss is nearly impossible with diet alone. Your body literally fights back by making you hungrier the moment you start restricting calories. That’s why more doctors are recommending GLP-1s. The best part? Getting them has never been easier. We compared three programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →
Thinning hair? Don’t treat the wrong thing: When my ponytail started thinning, I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, sprays, etc.) and not one of them lasted. Turns out, most products target the strand, not the follicle… and that’s the whole problem. Once follicles go dormant, they need targeted help to come back. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Learn about my favorites here →
Six figures you can’t spend: Most homeowners over 50 have spent years dutifully paying their mortgage, assuming the only time it’ll pay off is when they sell. I thought the same thing until I discovered you can tap into the equity you’ve earned whenever you want (without leaving your home). Overdue for a new roof? Want to build your dream bathroom? There are two ways to turn equity into usable cash →
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📆 Kalamazoo for grown ups
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🍷 Tour of the Pacific Northwest – Wine Dinner @ Casa di Amici | Thursday (3/12) at 6:00 PM – Treat yourself to a Tour of the Pacific Northwest by fork and glass for 80 bucks, no ferry required. Expect Riesling with oysters, Pinot Gris with swordfish and citrus, Pinot Noir with mushroom risotto, a lush blend with duck confit, and bubbles with pistachio cannoli.
✨ Ladie’s Night @ Vintage Inspired (Mattawan) | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Vintage Inspired is leaning hard into spring with woodland vibes, complimentary beverages and snacks, and storewide deals that beat doomscrolling. Bring your girlfriends, poke around, and try a cottage-core craft for a small extra, then leave feeling smugly seasonal, and slightly glittery.
☘ Hooley for Healing @ Shakespeare’s Pub | Saturday (3/14) at 11:30 AM – If your post-parade plan is just green beer and regret, upgrade it. Hooley for Healing has a new home downstairs at Shakespeare’s Pub, where you can warm up, swap parade stories, enjoy a proper pint, and do some good for our community.
👠 Vortex Drag Bingo @ Club Vortex | Sunday (3/15) at 12:00 PM – Grab your bingo dauber for drag bingo hosted by Delicious, with Za’Marionna, Una Legend, and DJ Brad. Expect over $1,000 in prizes, a best dressed leprechaun contest if at least ten play dress-up, all ages welcome, $10 cover, and more laughs than leg day.
🎨 Spring Watercolor Wreath Workshop @ Colors & Cocktails: The Mobile Art Party | Sunday (3/15) at 3:00 PM – Winter’s still loitering, so let’s paint spring into existence. Head to this Kalamazoo watercolor wreath workshop for a relaxed, beginner-friendly session where all supplies are provided, you learn loose florals, and leave with a cheerful wreath, new skills, and a calmer brain.
🍻 March Barrels Bottles and Brews @ The Backyard of Kalamazoo | Wednesday (3/18) at 4:00 PM – This casual networking night is the kind where small talk pairs with good beer, decent wine, and no name tag anxiety. Show up, meet solid humans, sip something you like, then repeat. Consider it spring cleaning for your contacts, just with better beverages.
🎶 Sound + the Spring @ The Origami House | Thursday (3/19) at 6:00 PM – Spring Equinox sound immersion is landing at The Origami House, inviting us to lie down, exhale, and recalibrate that winter brain. Think soothing bowls, shared intentions, and zero small talk, just you, a mat, a blanket, and a kinder internal volume. $55, sanity included.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Kalamazoo report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 41°F – Low: 33°F – Precip: 7%
Sunny, with a high near 41. West northwest wind 6 to 12 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. Later: A slight chance of snow showers between 8pm and 11pm, then rain and snow showers likely. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 33. South southwest wind 3 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 39 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
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Tomorrow – High: 45°F – Low: 25°F – Precip: 66%
Rain showers likely before 2pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 45. West southwest wind around 23 mph, with gusts as high as 43 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 25.
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