Thursday, March 19th, 2026
Good morning, Portage. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Kalamazoo Forward Ventures is launching Tsunami Lab, a 12-to-16-week training program for young entrepreneurs to learn business acquisition – matching top candidates with retiring local businesses through a $50 million support fund. Registration for the pilot cohort ends today in a bid to revive West Michigan’s economic spirit. WWMT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The West Michigan Whitecaps introduced 15 new food and beverage options at LMCU Ballpark in Comstock Park on March 18 – featuring treats such as Spam Hot Dogs and Dubai Chocolate Sundaes that add a fresh twist to ballpark classics. MLive
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Beginner Needle Felting Class
10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Rockhound Rock Shop — $30 per person — Create artistic scenes with vibrant yarn and meet fellow crafting enthusiasts.
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