🌱 Kalamazoo Firefighters Rescues Woman + Kids In The Zoo Celebration

Hey, neighbors! It's Monday in Kalamazoo-Portage and I'm back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening in the community today.

But first, your local weather:

• Monday: Breezy with low clouds. High: 68 Low: 50.
• Tuesday: A couple of afternoon showers. High: 62 Low: 51.

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Here are the top three stories today in Kalamazoo-Portage:

1. This past weekend Kalamazoo firefighters rescued a woman from a house fire in her home on Egleston Avenue. When the first responders arrived at the scene, they could see flames and smoke coming from the first floor of the home and were alerted by neighbors that the woman may be trapped inside. With this information, firefighters could enter the home through the second floor and safely rescue the woman. The cause of the fire has still not been determined. The Fire Marshall is currently investigating. (WWMT-TV)
2. This past Saturday at the Kalamazoo Mall, Downtown Kalamazoo celebrated the start of summer with "Kids In The Zoo." The event had a bunch of different games, activities, kids' food specials, and much more for kids of all ages to attend and enjoy. This is the first time the event was bought to Downtown Kalamazoo and it was a great event to get the community together and celebrate the school year coming to an end and the summer season coming in. (WWMT-TV)
3. A Kalamazoo woman was arrested Friday night after allegedly firing shots at a driver's car after following the victim from Kalamazoo to Romulus. Dispatchers were on the phone with the victim as they called to report they believed they were being followed while directing the driver to the Metro South Post. The dispatcher reportedly heard gunshots being fired. The Taylor Police stopped the suspect and searched the vehicle. They safely secured the firearm without an incident or injury to anyone involved. It is still being determined what was the reason for the shooting. (FOX 2 Detroit)

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Today and tomorrow in Kalamazoo-Portage:

Monday, June 12

• Foot Care Clinic At Comstock Community Center (9:00 AM)
• Acrylic Pour Painting At Kalamazoo Public Library (3:00 PM)
• Born Free & Equal: Michigan's Colored Regiment At Eastwood Branch Library (6:00 PM)

Tuesday, June 13

• Tiny Art for Teens At Eastwood Branch Library (3:00 PM)
• Celebrate 50 years of Hip Hop Silent Disco With DJBoogie! At Alma Powell Branch Library (5:30 PM)
• Paddlesports Sampler At Ramona Park & Beach (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Kalamazoo Public Safety's Team KDPS participated in the annual Rockford Fire Truck Pull this past weekend, raising money for the Special Olympics. It was a great event for the team to participate in together while working for a good cause. (Kalamazoo Public Safety via Facebook)
• One of the best Kalamazoo warm-weather activities is to get out on wonderful freshwater and paddle away. Discover Kalamazoo is showing off some of the kayak, canoe, and stand-up paddleboard rentals in the area. (Discover Kalamazoo via Facebook)
• Kalamazoo Public Schools wants to send a reminder that the Loy Norrix High School class of 1973's 50 reunion is planned for Jul. 22. If you need more information on the event or to update your contact information you can email sverimay@gmail.com. (Kalamazoo Public Schools via Facebook)

You're all caught up for today. See you all soon for another update!

— Michelle Paul

About me: Michelle Paul is a Utah-based writer and photographer with a professional background in content management and registered nursing. When not working on projects ranging from photo editing to copywriting, they enjoy traveling, video games, and expanding their skills.