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Thursday, January 15th, 2026
Good morning, Battle Creek. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Charitable Union is hosting Jean’s Day with a donation drive where new or gently used jeans can be dropped off at local sites through Jan. 31 + the campaign supports neighbors relying on its Free Store for warmth and confidence. Battle Creek Enquirer
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Battle Creek partners with ResilienX to build an autonomous aircraft system at the Battle Creek Executive Airport, funded by $7M from the state budget to drive high-skill jobs & aerospace investments. The system will become operational within a year as part of the MICH-AIR initiative. Battle Creek Enquirer
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Specialty chocolate bars from Spring & Mulberry sold in Michigan are recalled this week for salmonella contamination; consumers who purchased the products online or in select stores should return them for a refund. The recall covers flavors including mint leaf and Earl Grey. Battle Creek Enquirer
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ This week for Pet Adoption Tuesday, Michele's Rescue is featuring Remi, a 2-year-old pup who loves people, outdoor play, and cuddle time. Remi is trained and would do best in a home where he can be the only pet. FOX 17
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Enquirer's Best of Battle Creek series is expanding to feature top high school boys basketball point guards, and area coaches provided their nominations (voting opens online and closes at noon Tuesday). Battle Creek Enquirer
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Man Vs. Beast Bull Riding
7-10 p.m. — Kellogg Arena — General Admission $23, Children 2 and under free — Experience the ultimate rush as cowboys take on bulls in a heart-pounding adrenaline show.
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