Friday, July 25th, 2025

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Good morning, Portage. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Kalamazoo County Commissioner Tami Rey was charged with domestic violence and assault after a May 23 incident during a child pick-up in Kalamazoo+ she was arraigned on July 24 and faces further hearings on August 6 and 13. WWMT
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Many renters in the Kalamazoo-Portage area are struggling to pay rising rents, as full-time work does not bring enough money to cover a modest two-bedroom apartment—local incomes fall short of the required wage. Local officials say programs like Homes for All and support from Housing Resources will help residents keep their homes—plans are in place to provide eviction diversion and rapid rehousing assistance. WWMT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Portage Public Schools Board of Education approved a partial calendar covering August and September for the 2025—26 school year — classes will begin Monday, August 25 with a half-day. WKZO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, the Nuclear Regulatory Commission approved Holtec International’s request to reactivate the Palisades Nuclear Plant in Covert Township, marking the first time a shutdown U.S. plant has returned to operating status. Officials say the plant will soon restart with new fuel — generating over 800 megawatts of carbon-free power and supporting local jobs. WWMT
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