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Battle Creek
Friday, February 6th, 2026
Good morning, Battle Creek. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The westbound lane on Hamblin Avenue from Capital Avenue SW to McCamly Street S is closed from 7 a.m. today until 7 a.m. Monday for loading equipment for the Monster Truck event at Kellogg Arena. Battle Creek Enquirer
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ St. Philip Catholic Central High School earned a rare spot on the College Board’s AP School Honor Roll on Feb. 5, recognizing strong AP participation + student support. It is the only local high school with this honor, showing its dedication to preparing students for college readiness. Battle Creek Enquirer
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Enquirer's Best of Battle Creek series now features top power forwards/centers from local high schools. Voters can cast ballots online to choose players from schools such as Calhoun Christian (Seth Allabaugh) and Pennfield (Johnny Lake) with winners decided by next Tuesday when polls close at noon. Battle Creek Enquirer
- ➤ Pennfield and St. Philip boys basketball teams will face off on Saturday, Feb. 7 at 2:30 p.m. at Pennfield High School, marking their first meeting since the 2007-08 season as both teams aim to boost their Michigan Power Rankings. Battle Creek Enquirer
- ➤ Harper Creek's Taegen Anderson is named Bronson Battle Creek Athlete of the Week after fans cast 57% of the vote to honor her back-to-back double-doubles, including a game with 15 points and 13 rebounds in a 52 — 34 win over Pennfield. The recognition spotlights her leadership on the team. 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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Que The Cheese - BBQ and Mac & Cheese Festival
3-7 p.m. — Kellogg Arena — Purchase tickets — Celebrate the ultimate fusion of smoky BBQ and gooey mac & cheese in Battle Creek.
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MARVAC 39th Battle Creek RV & Camping Show
1-8 p.m. — Kellogg Arena — $8 adult admission, $7 senior admission — Discover the latest RVs and enjoy exclusive show deals over the weekend.
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