All lost and found items in Southwest Michigan
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14k white gold emerald ring, engraved inside
I lost my 14k white gold emerald ring yesterday around 3pm near Silver Beach in St. Joseph, Southwest Michigan. It's a slender 6mm band with a bezel-set emerald and a small scratch along the edge; inside the band is engraved 'M. Patel 1998'. The ring belonged to my grandmother and has huge sentimental value; I wore it every day and I'm really hoping to get it back. If you found it along the Silver Beach boardwalk or near the lighthouse on Park Street, please email me at [email protected].
Blue Penguin Classics poetry collection, slightly bent spine
I'm posting this in the Books & Magazines category for Southwest Michigan because I lost it yesterday around 3pm in downtown Kalamazoo, near Bronson Park on West Michigan Avenue. It's a navy blue Penguin Classics hardcover, about 260 pages, with a slightly bent spine and worn corners. There's a red ribbon bookmark sticking out and a small coffee stain on the first page, plus a white library sticker on the inside back cover with the number 402. This book was a gift from my grandmother and holds a lot of sentimental value for me; I'd be grateful to get it back if anyone finds it.
Keys with blue lanyard found near Silver Beach
I found a set of keys this morning around 10:15am in the parking lot near the Silver Beach Carousel on Lake Street in St. Joseph, Michigan. There's a bright blue nylon lanyard with a small white compass charm and a red enamel fish on one of the keys. The bunch includes about six standard keys and a black plastic tag engraved with 'M-12' plus a brass tag with the initials 'KB'. They look worn but usable, and I'd really like to see them back with their owner—if this sounds like yours, please get in touch.
Red spiral-bound notebook with contacts
I lost my red spiral-bound notebook with all my personal contacts yesterday around 3pm near Bronson Park on West Michigan Avenue in Kalamazoo, Southwest Michigan. It's a small, 5x7 inch notebook with a red cover and a blue ink sticker on the front that says 'AR'. Inside are pages of handwritten phone numbers, emails, and a few emergency contacts; there are coffee stains along the bottom edge. The notebook has sentimental value—it's where I keep my family and work backups, and I really need it back. If you found it, please reach out; I’d be forever grateful to get it returned.
Blue plush dragon found near Silver Beach boardwalk
I found a blue plush dragon near the water fountain along the Silver Beach boardwalk in St. Joseph, Southwest Michigan, yesterday around 3pm. The toy is about 12 inches tall, with a white belly, a red scarf, and a small yellow star patch on its left wing. It looks a bit worn from beach days, and the stitching on one ear is a touch loose. It clearly belongs to a kid and I’d love to help reunite it with its owner—I’m sure it’s a cherished friend. I’m happy to hold onto it here until the owner claims it.
Navy Nike running jacket with orange zipper
Found a navy Nike running jacket this afternoon around 3:15pm along the St. Joseph Riverwalk behind the Silver Beach Carousel in downtown St. Joseph, Southwest Michigan. It's a men's size L, navy blue nylon windbreaker with a bright orange zipper pull and a small Nike swoosh on the left chest. There’s a lime-green carabiner clipped to the zipper and an inner pocket embroidered with the initials JT. The jacket is in good condition with just a tiny scuff near the hem from a couple of rainy runs. If this is yours, message me with the initials inside — I’d really love to reunite you with your gear.
Missing man, 28, dark blue hoodie near Bronson Park
I'm Priya Patel posting for my family. Our brother, Daniel Kim, 28, has been missing since yesterday around 6:15pm. He was last seen in downtown Kalamazoo, Southwest Michigan, near Bronson Park, walking north on West Lovell Street toward the Arcadia District. He wore a dark blue pullover hoodie, black jeans, and bright red sneakers, and carried a light gray backpack. He has short black hair, a crescent-moon tattoo on his inner left wrist, and a small scar above his left eyebrow. We’re really worried, and any sighting in Southwest Michigan would mean the world to us. Please contact me with any information.
Vintage 1977 Luke Skywalker figure, mint on card
I lost my vintage 1977 Luke Skywalker action figure, mint on the original card, yesterday around 3pm in Southwest Michigan, after browsing Hall's Hobby Shop on State Street in downtown St. Joseph, near Silver Beach. The figure is in its blue Kenner packaging with the basic 'Star Wars' logo; there’s a small crease along the top-right corner of the card and a faint coffee stain on the back. It means a lot to me—it was my dad's favorite piece and now part of my own growing collection, so I really need it back. If anyone found it near the shop, the marina area, or around Silver Beach, please reach out.
Brass compass keychain with blue cord
Yesterday around 3pm I lost my brass compass keychain near the Kalamazoo Farmers Market on East Michigan Ave in downtown Kalamazoo. It's about 1 inch across, with a blue paracord wrap and a tiny dent on the rim. The back is engraved with the initials 'AR' and there's a faint scratch on the glass. It means a lot to me—it's a keepsake from my grandfather, and I really need it back if someone happened to pick it up.
Gold-tone bracelet with heart charm
I found a gold-tone bracelet this afternoon around 3:15pm near the Silver Beach Carousel in Silver Beach County Park, St. Joseph. It’s about 7 inches long with a simple hammered finish, and it has a tiny heart charm plus a small seashell charm dangling from the clasp. Inside the bracelet, there are initials 'M.H.' engraved. The clasp works and there’s a bit of beach wear, but it’s in decent condition overall. If this belongs to you, message me and we can meet up near the St. Joseph Pier lighthouse to return it.
Navy beaded formal gown found near Bronson Park, Kalamazoo
I found a navy beaded formal gown this afternoon around 1:45pm draped over a bench near Bronson Park in downtown Kalamazoo. It’s a floor-length Alex Evenings dress, size 6, in great condition with just a tiny snag along the hem from a misstep. The neckline features silver bead detailing and a slim satin belt that ties at the waist; it came in a navy garment bag labeled 'Alex Evenings' with a small pair of matching earrings tucked inside. I’m hoping the owner sees this and can claim it soon—this dress clearly means a lot to someone, and I’d love to help get it back.
Pendleton red plaid wool coat with faux fur collar
I lost my Pendleton red plaid wool coat yesterday around 3pm in downtown Kalamazoo, in Southwest Michigan, near Bronson Park. It's knee-length, size M, red plaid with a detachable faux-fur collar and a dark navy lining. There's a folded note from my grandmother tucked into the inner left pocket, and the tag reads Pendleton. The coat has a small coffee stain on the left cuff and a couple loose threads near the hem. It's really sentimental to me—a gift from my grandmother—and I need it back. If you found it, please text me; I can meet in Kalamazoo to pick it up.
Found missing person: young woman near Kalamazoo Riverfront Park
I found a missing person yesterday around 3pm near Kalamazoo Riverfront Park, by the fountain on West Michigan Avenue in downtown Kalamazoo. She's about 5'4", wearing a teal windbreaker over a gray hoodie, dark jeans, and white sneakers. She has short curly brown hair and a small crescent tattoo on her inner left wrist, plus a silver hoop earring in her left ear. She looked a bit disoriented but was otherwise safe, and I stayed with her until deputies from the Kalamazoo County Sheriff's Office arrived to help check for family or identifying information. If this sounds like someone you’re looking for, you can reach me at [email protected].
Emerald green budgie missing near St. Joseph Lighthouse
Yesterday around 3pm, my emerald-green budgie with a bright yellow crown slipped from his cage while I was on the balcony and flew toward Silver Beach near the St. Joseph Lighthouse. He's about 6 inches long and very friendly, usually chirping when I call his name. He has a small silver leg band on his left leg with the code AZ-42. This bird means a lot to my family—he's been with us for three years and was a gift from my daughter; we worry he might be scared and hungry. If anyone has seen him, please email me at [email protected]. I’d really love to have him back.
Blue Giro bike helmet with orange stripe
I found a blue Giro bike helmet with an orange stripe this afternoon around 3:15pm behind Bronson Park, near the Kalamazoo Farmers Market on Bank Street. It's a medium size, matte blue shell with a bright orange rim stripe and a small white star sticker on the back. The liner looks clean and the chin strap has a bit of wear, but there are no cracks. I figured it probably belongs to a rider who set it down while grabbing a coffee at a nearby cafe. If this is yours, send a note in the app and we can arrange pickup.
Grey tabby cat with white paws, lost in Kalamazoo downtown
Last night around 9pm I realized my gray tabby cat went missing from our apartment on West Main Street in downtown Kalamazoo. He's a short-haired grey tabby with white paws and a tiny black spot on his left hind leg, and he wears a red collar with a small bell and a chipped tag that says 'Milo'. He’s pretty social but will bolt if approached by strangers, so I’m worried he might be scared and hungry. I last spotted him near Bronson Park, wandering along West Michigan Ave by the coffee shop, and I’ve been retracing spots since. He’s been with me for 7 years; he’s more than a pet—he’s family, and I really need him back. If you’ve seen him, please email [email protected] with any information.
Blue Nintendo Switch with red/blue Joy-Cons
I lost my blue Nintendo Switch yesterday around 3pm. It was in a black silicone case with an orange panda sticker on the back and a small dent on the left edge. The console is in decent shape, with a few tiny scratches from everyday use. I was at Bronson Park near West Main Street in Kalamazoo, Southwest Michigan, wandering around the fountain before I walked toward the student union; I think I set it down somewhere in that area. It's a gift from my sister and I really need it back; it holds sentimental value and I’d really appreciate getting it back if anyone found it.
Blue dragon plush with orange wings
I lost my daughter's blue dragon plush from the Adventure Buddies line; it's about 12 inches tall with royal blue fur. It's a blue dragon plush from the Childrens Toys & Games category, with orange felt wings, a small yellow star on the chest, and a white belly with a tiny snack stain; there's a foot tag that reads 'Adventure Buddies'. I last saw it yesterday around 3pm near the Bronson Park playground on West Michigan Avenue in Kalamazoo. It's Sky to my daughter, and it was a gift from grandma, so it means a lot to us; I'd really appreciate getting it back.
Silver necklace with heart pendant found near Kalamazoo Market
I found a silver necklace with a small heart pendant this afternoon around 2:15pm, outside the Kalamazoo Farmers Market on Portage Street. The chain is about 18 inches, silver-tone, with a touch of tarnish but otherwise intact. The heart pendant has a tiny engraving on the back that reads 'J.S.' and there's a small blue enamel dot near the top edge. It looks like it was worn recently and might hold sentimental value for someone here in Southwest Michigan's downtown. If this belongs to you, share details to verify ownership.
Lost dwarf hamster with blue collar
I lost my tiny dwarf hamster yesterday around 3pm. We were in Kalamazoo, Southwest Michigan, near Bell's Eccentric Cafe on East Kalamazoo Ave by Bronson Park when it slipped from its travel carrier and vanished. It's golden-gray with a white belly, about the size of a ping-pong ball, and it wears a bright blue collar with a tiny silver bell. Look for a small white patch on its left ear and a faint dark spot near its tail—distinctive in dim light. This little guy is a gift from my sister and means a lot to my daughter, so I’d really appreciate any help getting him back. If you find him, email me at [email protected].
Lost orange tabby cat with red collar
I lost my orange tabby yesterday around 6pm. He's about 3 years old, medium build, bright green eyes, white chest and paws, and a tiny notch on his right ear. He was last seen near Bronson Park downtown Kalamazoo, by the Kalamazoo Farmers Market, wearing a red collar with a small silver bell. He’s incredibly friendly but gets nervous when he's away from home, and I’m really worried—he’s a rescue cat who means a lot to us and was a gift from a late aunt. If you spot him, DM me here on the app — I’d be forever grateful to bring him home.
Dark sunburst violin with red bow
I lost my dark sunburst violin yesterday around 3pm near the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts on S. Kalamazoo Mall, right by Bronson Park. It’s a 4/4 student model with a worn ebony chinrest, and the bow has a bright red ribbon tied around the frog. There’s a small repair patch on the lower bout and a pencil inscription inside the f-hole that reads ‘MP 04/12’—you’d only notice it if you peek. This violin means a lot to me because it was a gift from my grandmother, who passed away last year, and I’ve been playing it every day since then. If someone found it, I’d be incredibly grateful to get it back; it’s basically my lifeline to making music.
Lost favorite edition of 'The Great Gatsby' with dark green cover and handwritten notes near the café on South Street in downtown Kalamazoo.
I lost my favorite edition of 'The Great Gatsby' in downtown Kalamazoo, MI, near the café on South Street. It has a dark green cover and contains my handwritten notes in the margins. I was there on Tuesday afternoon and think I may have left it on the table while I was chatting with a friend. I am really hoping someone picks it up so I can get it back!
Lost hand-painted ceramic vase with vibrant blue and yellow floral designs in South Haven.
I lost a hand-painted ceramic vase, approximately 12 inches tall, while moving my things into my new apartment in South Haven. It has vibrant blue and yellow floral designs, and I think it might have slipped out of the box while I was unloading. It means a lot to me as it was a gift from my grandmother, and I'd love to get it back.
Lost grandfather's dark brown wood violin in a black case with initials 'J.S.' in Southwest Michigan park.
I lost my grandfather's violin while visiting a park in Southwest Michigan last weekend. It has a unique dark brown wood finish and was in a black case that has my initials 'J.S.' engraved on it. I'm really hoping to find it as it has sentimental value to me.
Lost pair of men’s brown leather boots, size 11, left near the picnic area at Fennville State Park.
I lost my favorite pair of men’s brown leather boots while hiking at Fennville State Park last weekend. I believe I set them down near the picnic area to take a photo, but I must have accidentally left them there. They are size 11, with some wear and tear but still in decent condition. If anyone has seen them, I would really appreciate your help!
Lost two general admission tickets for an indie music festival at Kalamazoo Mall with name printed on them.
I misplaced two tickets for the upcoming indie music festival in Kalamazoo while walking around the Kalamazoo Mall. I remember having them in my pocket, and I'm pretty sure they slipped out at some point on Saturday. They are general admission passes with my name on them. If anyone finds them, I would really appreciate it if you could reach out!
Found black leather wallet near the market in downtown Kalamazoo containing important cards including a driver's license and bank cards.
I found a black leather wallet around downtown Kalamazoo, Southwest Michigan, near the market. It seems to have some important cards inside, including a driver's license and a few bank cards. I hope to return it to its rightful owner, so please contact me if you think it might belong to you!
Lost silver bracelet with a tree design in Southwest Michigan parks.
I lost a silver bracelet with a beautiful tree design on May 3rd while walking in the parks around Southwest Michigan. It has significant sentimental value to me as it was a gift from my grandmother. If you happen to find it, please reach out.
Found large clear glass mixing bowl with swirling etched pattern on the edge near the beach in South Haven, Southwest Michigan.
I found a beautiful glass mixing bowl while walking along the beach near South Haven in Southwest Michigan. It was resting among some rocks and looks like it could belong to someone who enjoys cooking. It's clear and quite large, with a nice swirling pattern etched around the edge. If you think this might be yours, please reach out to me.