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Tuesday, January 27th, 2026
Good morning, Battle Creek. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 27th of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Extreme cold has doubled car battery failures at Cascade Hills Auto, leaving drivers stranded and repair shops busy. Shop Foreman Matt Marsiglia advises warming up engines by taking longer drives — a precaution that may help batteries stay charged and prevent breakdowns. FOX 17
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Rock and roll legend David Lee Roth will launch his 30‐date North American tour on April 16 in Airway Heights, Wash. and he will perform in Battle Creek on June 13 with tickets starting at $121. Battle Creek Enquirer
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ More than 12,000 homes in Calhoun County will get new high-speed internet service in 2026 after federal approval, and residents can check if their address qualifies on the Michigan Broadband Map. Battle Creek Enquirer
- ➤ Calhoun County Senior Services is inviting the community to nominate residents age 99 and older for its 2026 Centenarian Project + a celebration of nearly a century of local history. Contact the agency if you know someone who qualifies. Battle Creek Enquirer
- ➤ Tax season is underway as the IRS began accepting 2025 returns on Jan. 26 and residents must file federal and state taxes by April 15 to avoid penalties, with a six-month extension available if needed. Battle Creek Enquirer
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A guide from USA TODAY details must-have winter car emergency kit items, including jump starters, first-aid kits and tire inflators to help drivers stay safe when temperatures drop. Battle Creek drivers are advised to inspect and update their supplies for the expected cold weather. Battle Creek Enquirer
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Battle Creek Enquirer Athlete of the Week invites local sports fans to vote for top high school athletes from Harper Creek, Pennfield, Marshall, and St. Philip — votes will be accepted until Wednesday, 5 p.m. for a spotlight story in Sunday's paper. Battle Creek Enquirer
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