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Battle Creek
Thursday, January 30th, 2025
Good morning, Battle Creek. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of January.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The final suspect in the murder of 17-year-old Jack Snyder was apprehended in Battle Creek, MI, and has been charged with felony murder. 102.7 WFAT
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The initiation of the Sunfish Solar 2 project in Lee Township, Michigan, by Consumers Energy and Hecate Energy aims to power 69,000 homes and is expected to generate significant economic and employment benefits, with completion aimed for 2026. 102.7 WFAT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Battle Creek Enquirer's midseason report card shows varying grades for city girls basketball teams, highlighting their performances and potential for improvement in the second half of the season. Battle Creek Enquirer
- ➤ Pierson Blair of Lakeview has been voted the top shooting guard among Battle Creek area high school boys basketball teams, according to a Battle Creek Enquirer poll. Battle Creek Enquirer
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Killakoi Live at The Music Factory
Killakoi will perform live at The Music Factory in Battle Creek, offering an evening of music entertainment.
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Que the Creek 2025: BBQ Festival
Que the Creek is a family-friendly BBQ festival featuring local restaurants and pit masters competing for the best BBQ in Battle Creek, along with live music and yard games.
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African American Celebration The Legacy of Black Baseball with Author Vanessa Ivy Rose
This year's African American Celebration welcomes Vanessa Ivy Rose, author of "Hall of Fame DNA: The Legacy of Norman 'Turkey' Stearnes" and host of ABC's "Reclaimed: the Forgotten League" podcast. This is a catered event; free tickets are available at the information desks at both Willard Library locations, while supplies last.
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What A Do Theatre: LOVE/SICK Performance
This theatrical production features John Cariani’s LOVE/SICK, a collection of short plays that humorously explore the complexities of love.
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Bass Factory Event on February 27
The event features up-and-coming artists performing bass music in a local venue, fostering community support for new talent in Battle Creek, MI.
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38th Annual Battle Creek RV & Camping Show
The MARVAC 38th Battle Creek RV & Camping Show features a variety of RVs and related products with dealers providing financing options and information on RV rentals and campgrounds.
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FAAST's March Madness Youth Basketball Tournament
This youth basketball tournament features teams from 3rd to HS level across boys and girls divisions, with awards for top teams and MHSAA-level referees.
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