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Monday, February 16th, 2026

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Good morning, Battle Creek. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of February.

CULTURE NEWS

  • Willard Library has selected 'West With Giraffes' by Lynda Rutledge as this year's Battle Creek Reads title (free copies are available at both library locations). Rutledge will speak at Binder Park Zoo on May 7 beginning at 5:30 p.m., and the event will focus on discussion of the historical fiction novel.  Battle Creek Enquirer

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sat, 2/28/26

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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.

    Fri, 3/6/26

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  • 2026 Biosolids Conference

    Workshops on March 11th and 12th — DoubleTree by Hilton Battle Creek — Registration: $385/$505 — Engage in essential discussions and trainings related to biosolids management.

    Wed, 3/11/26

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  • Showstopper Dance Competition

    All day — Kellogg Arena — Free admission — Experience a vibrant dance competition featuring diverse categories and awards.

    Fri, 3/13/26

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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