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Friday, February 14th, 2025

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Good morning, Battle Creek. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 14th of February.

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Joann fabric and craft stores will close 33 out of 41 locations in Michigan amid a second bankruptcy filing, impacting the Battle Creek store among others.  Battle Creek Enquirer

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Calhoun County officials to discuss 2024 achievements and 2025 expectations in a virtual State of the Community address on Feb 20, inviting public participation.  City of Battle Creek

SPORTS NEWS

  • Harper Creek defeated Coldwater 47-45, creating a near four-way tie for first place in the Interstate 8 Conference boys basketball league.  Battle Creek Enquirer
  • The Battle Creek Enquirer expands its Best Of Battle Creek series to include weekly reader polls on the top high school girls basketball point guards in the area, featuring standout players from various schools.  Battle Creek Enquirer

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Thu, 2/20/25

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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.

    Thu, 2/27/25

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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.

    Fri, 2/28/25

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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.

    Sat, 3/1/25

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  • 2025 USA Gymnastics Winter Classic Invitational

    This event features gymnastics competitions hosted by Branch Gymnastics, taking place over four days at Kellogg Arena in Battle Creek, MI.

    Thu, 3/6/25

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  • Ludacris Live in Concert

    Ludacris will perform live at FireKeepers Casino Hotel in Battle Creek, Michigan.

    Sat, 3/8/25

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  • What's Cooking at Café Rica

    The event will showcase valuable insights from Small Business Development and honor two entrepreneurs as part of a community gathering at Café Rica.

    Wed, 3/12/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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