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Tuesday, May 12th, 2026
Good morning, Portage. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Golfers supported Portage Community Center at its annual golf outing Monday, May 11, as the fundraiser aimed to help the center serve local families with food, clothing, and youth programs — the event highlighted growing needs amid rising costs. WWMT
- ➤ Volunteers can join Community Planting Days in downtown Kalamazoo and Portage’s City Centre as part of Kalamazoo in Bloom’s celebration of America’s 250th anniversary. The events are scheduled for Wednesday, May 20 and Friday, May 22; all supplies (including tools and gloves) will be provided. WKZO
- ➤ A retired Army veteran and Purple Heart recipient received a payment-free 2026 Chevrolet Traverse and two years of financial mentoring Monday morning from DeNooyer Chevrolet in Kalamazoo (Military Warriors Support Foundation and Wells Fargo Bank partnered for the gift). The father of five was honored at a ceremony attended by Congressman Bill Huizenga. WWMT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Kalamazoo Regional Educational Service Agency (KRESA)’s superintendent Dr. Dedrick Martin was named Region VII Superintendent of the Year by the Michigan Association of Superintendents and Administrators during their meeting earlier this month. Under his leadership, KRESA has expanded career education options and improved math instruction across local school districts. WKZO
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Kalamazoo-area spring sports athletes are in the running for Athlete of the Week for May 4-9, and local voters can cast votes repeatedly until 9 a.m. on Friday, May 15. With 46 athletes featured, the poll offers a way to celebrate standout performers. MLive
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