🌱 School Board Trustee Position Open + Cannabis Chain Expands To Town

Hello, friends! It's me, Michelle Paul, your host of the Kalamazoo-Portage Patch newsletter. Keep reading for everything you need to know about what's happening in town these days.

But first, your local weather:

• Wednesday: Warmer with clouds and sun. High: 77 Low: 50.
• Thursday: Partly sunny with a shower. High: 76 Low: 53.

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

1. The Kalamazoo Youth Action Council is inviting teens in Kalamazoo to join them at the Kik Pool and celebrate the start of the summer at the "Dive Into Summer" event that will be held this Saturday. The event is inviting teens 13 through 18 to come out and enjoy a few hours filled with music, pool games, water inflatables, and a chance to win some tropical-themed prize baskets. Although it is not required, the planning committee is requesting those who believe they will be attending the event to RSVP via email or call to help the team plan more accurately. The event will be from 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m., and it will be completely free for the teens attending the event. (WKZO)
2. The Kalamazoo Public Schools Board of Education currently is searching for an individual to fill its newest board vacancy as Trustee Tandy Moore announced on Jun. 8 that she was stepping down from her position immediately. Applications are available on the board's website or at the Administration Building Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The application is due Tuesday, Jun. 20 by 4:00 p.m. and after the deadline, the remaining trustees will review the applications and select candidates for the open position. By Michigan law, the new trustee must be selected within 30 days of the previous one's resignation which means the newest member will be chosen by Jul. 8. (WWMT-TV)
3. One of the fastest expanding cannabis companies in the state of Michigan is making its way to Kalamazoo as Puff Cannabis Company will be opening its doors on Portage St. this Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Those who attend the grand opening will receive swag bags worth $100 from Puff Cannabis as well as swag and promotions from other cannabis vendors in the area. Those who spend over $100 will have the potential to win one of three prizes. With the expansion to Kalamazoo, company owner Justin Elias hopes to reach a new customer base and continue to serve new communities, and expand throughout the state of Michigan. (MLive.com)

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Today and tomorrow in Kalamazoo-Portage:

Wednesday, June 14

• Coffee Talk At Oshtemo Branch Library (10:30 AM)
• Masked And Unmasked With The KIA At Kalamazoo Public Library (2:00 PM)
• Stand-Up Paddleboard (SUP) Yoga At Ramona Park & Beach (6:30 PM)

Thursday, June 15

• Family Storytime At Oshtemo Branch Library (10:30 AM)
• Talk Read Sing Playgroup At Washington Square Branch Library (10:30 AM)
• Acrylic Pour Painting At Oshtemo Branch Library (3:00 PM)
• Artful Evenings At Kalamazoo Institute Of Arts (6:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Attending the Kalamazoo College graduation and seeing the new alumni receive their diplomas brought memories of all the accomplishments over the past few years. Kalamazoo College recently shared the top 10 stories written about these new grads. (Kalamazoo College via Facebook)
• The Kalamazoo Night Market kicks off for the season this Thursday from 5:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m., and the vendor lineup is primed for a great night. There will be fresh food from locals, amazing food from trucks, delicious drinks from the fundraiser bar, and live music by Samuel Nalangira Music. (Kalamazoo Farmers Market via Facebook)
• The city of Kalamazoo is inviting residents to a free park day on Monday, Jun. 19. You can get into the Kik Pool for free and enjoy all of the Kalamazoo County parks and with those around you for a fun and relaxing day, for more information click here. (The City of Kalamazoo, Michigan via Facebook)

That's it for today! I'll be back in your inbox soon with a new 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.