Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of January.
Good morning, Battle Creek.
🏘️ Community
The Southwestern Michigan Urban League and Emmanuel Covenant Church International will host Empowerment Sunday on Jan.
18 at 3 p.m. at 585 Hubbard St., featuring keynote Judge Tabitha Marsh and guest speakers Mayor Mark Behnke and Josita Todd (celebrating MLK’s legacy) while welcoming everyone.
🎭 Culture
Martin Luther King Jr. Day falls on Jan.
19 when federal and state offices will close and public schools remain off. Across Michigan, communities plan rallies, marches, and commemorative lectures — all designed to honor his legacy and promote civil rights.
🏛️ Government
Calhoun County Dispatch Authority partnered with Michigan Storm Chasers to install two live-feed cameras (one at the B Drive North radio tower in Leroy Township and one in Albion) for improved severe weather and traffic monitoring.
The cameras now offer real-time views to support emergency response.
🏥 Health
Rachel Saeger, DNP, joined Oaklawn Medical Group's Allergy, Asthma & Immunology practice on Jan.
8 at 11:59 a.m. in Marshall and is accepting new patients for both adult and child allergy care.
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