u/eriffodrol

Beware of sales people trying to stop you to talk about your natural gas service (vis a vis the known door to door scam). They were there today hovering by electronics, idk if they've been at other locations but this is the first time I've seen it.

The vendors located near the entrances of the store with a table/sign explaining what company they represent and what services they're advertising (replacement windows is a common one) is one thing, but randos in the aisles walking up to people without identification and immediately asking questions, is not my cup of tea.

They claimed they had permission to be there; I don't know if that's a corporate thing or by the individual store (yes, fuck the walmart corporation in general). I would advise against giving them any information.

If you're this person, or you know who they are, I found two cards on Gull Rd today with this name on them, and would like to return them. Drop a comment and send me a message.

(I checked and did not see a FB account with that name)

Another promo with less than great prizes, but at least if you play 4 days in a row, you get 100 crowns.

Available Deals and Odds:

1 free Hershey Pie when making a minimum pre-tax purchase of $3.00 at the time of redemption.Odds of receiving this Deal are 5 in 100.

1 free Whopper Jr. when making a minimum pre-tax purchase of $3.00 at the time of redemption.Odds of receiving this Deal are 5 in 100.

1 free Original Chicken Sandwich when making a minimum pre-tax purchase of $3.00 at the time of redemption. Odds of receiving this Deal are 5 in 100.

1 free Cheeseburger when making a minimum pre-tax purchase of $3.00 at the time of redemption. Odds of receiving this Deal are 5 in 100.

1 free Medium Fries when you make a purchase of 1 Medium Fries. Odds of receiving this Deal are 5 in 100.

1 free fountain drink (any size) when making a minimum pre-tax purchase of $3.00 or more at the time of redemption.Odds of receiving this Deal are 15 in 100.

1 free 4-piece Nuggets when making a minimum pre-tax purchase of $3.00 at the time of redemption. Odds of receiving this Deal are 20 in 100.

1 free 4-piece Chicken Fries when making a minimum pre-tax purchase of $3.00 or more at the time of redemption.Odds of receiving this Deal are 20 in 100.

Kalamazoo Gospel Ministries - 448 North Burdick in Kalamazoo

• No ID or residency requirements for cooling center use. Guests can remain and transition into dinner service.

Ministry with Community - 500 N. Edwards St in Kalamazoo

• Adults and children accompanied by a parent or guardian are welcomed between 6:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. No ID or residency requirement are necessary, but no pets are allowed.

Kalamazoo Public Library: Central Library - 315 South Rose Street in Kalamazoo (closed 7/3)

• Open 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Kalamazoo Public Library: Washington Square Branch - 1244 Portage Street in Kalamazoo (closed 7/3)

• Open 1:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Kalamazoo Public Library: Eastwood Branch - 1112 Gayle Avenue in Kalamazoo (closed 7/3)

• Open 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Kalamazoo Public Library: Alma Powell Branch - 308 West North Street in Kalamazoo (closed 7/3)

• Open 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Kalamazoo Public Library: Oshtemo Branch - 7265 W. Main Street in Kalamazoo (closed 7/3)

• Open 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

The Salvation Army Kalamazoo - 1700 South Burdick Street in Kalamazoo

• Open 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (closed from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.). Service animals permitted; no other pets allowed.

Greater Open Door Church - 416 Phelps Avenue in Kalamazoo

• Open 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday.

Portage Zhang Senior Center - 203 East Centre Avenue in Portage

• Open 7:00 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. Service animals permitted; no other pets allowed.

Comstock Community Center - 6330 King Highway in Kalamazoo

• Open 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. May close during severe weather if staff safety becomes a concern.

https://www.michigan.gov/cra/-/media/Project/Websites/cra/Link-Page/2026/CRA-v-VJAS-1-LLC-ENF-No-2600318--formal-complaint.PDF

>During the February 12 inspection, CRA staff discovered several individual marijuana products without statewide monitoring system (Metrc) tags affixed to them and without any information to identify where the products came from.

>The CRA conducted an inventory audit at Respondent’s business and determined that over 12,000 individual marijuana products lacked Metrc tags or other identifying information. Included among the untagged and unidentified marijuana products were products in California packaging depicting the letters “CA” and containing warning information specific to California.

>CRA staff discussed the untagged and unidentified marijuana products with Respondent’s inventory manager, T.H., and Respondent’s purchasing agent, A.K. Neither T.H. nor A.K. could explain why over 12,000 products lacked Metrc tags or other identifying information, nor could they explain where the untagged products with California packaging came from.

absolutely insane, I don't know what what brands they're associated with but trafficking product across state lines should result in their license being revoked and ownership banned from the industry, if not jail time as well

Anyone else lose power? Down in parchment area.

https://www.kmetro.com/wp-content/uploads/Service-Changes-July-2026-1.pdf

Route Changes Effective July 20, 2026

Route 1 – Westnedge

• To eliminate the unprotected left turn, improve efficiency, and enhance the rider experience, the Westnedge route will no longer turn into Meijer from southbound Westnedge.

• Passengers will be directed to use stops at Andy Avenue (in front of Grand Traverse Pie Company) or Kilgore Road (In front of Hibachi Grill), if their destination is along Westnedge.

• Passengers are encouraged to use Route 13 – South Burdick, if they are trying to get downtown to the Kalamazoo Transportation Center (KTC). South Burdick will continue to provide 30-minute service.

Route 6 – Parchment

• The route will be realigned to operate along Ransom Street instead of Patterson. This change will improve access to new housing developments along Ransom near Gull Road.

Route 15 – Patterson

• The Patterson route will introduce a new alignment covering Burdick Street and Park Street Market for both inbound and outbound travel.

Route 5 – East Main

• Service will expand to cover areas along Gull Road, improving access to grocery stores, medical facilities, educational institutions, and employment centers.

• The route will begin operating hourly to cover the expanded service area, enabling riders to travel along Gull Road without requiring a transfer.

Probably going to frost Sat>Sun morning, but hopefully good for the near future.